The East Finchley Station Express store opened on Thursday, 20th February

A group of people gathered in a semi-circle outside a new branch of Tesco in East Finchley — The opening of East Finchley Station Express – (Credit – Tesco)

A new Tesco store opened in East Finchley last month.

The East Finchley Station Express outlet in High Road, East Finchley opened to shoppers on Thursday, 20th February.

It will initially have ten members of staff, six of whom are newly employed by Tesco.

Store manager, Thiviya Thayaparan, said: “Opening a new store is pressure, but it’s the good kind. As a store manager at Tesco, a new store means a fresh culture, a fresh team, and the chance to set standards from day one. It’s like a blank canvas. I get to shape how the team works, how the store feels, and how we perform.

“It’s a big responsibility, but after opening a few already, I see it as an opportunity more than anything. It’s where my leadership would be really challenged.

“I am genuinely excited, to be working with the local community, building a strong team and seeing them grow.”

The new store’s opening hours are 7am – 11pm, Monday to Sunday.

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