from produce stand to big sky staple
The Moose has grown so much since 1994, from a roadside produce stand to two thriving stores. If you are coming to Big Sky for the first time or visiting for the 100th, we look forward to hosting you. It’s always been our pleasure to nourish and nurture this amazing place we call home.
Mark and Jackie Robin started the store after a summer spent selling veggies and flowers at a roadside stand. At the time there wasn’t anywhere to buy either in Big Sky, and the Robins wanted their neighbors to have access to freshly grown goods. When the store opened that October, it was the first time Big Sky residents could shop in town for fresh produce.
A small deli was added. The store doubled in size.
The store moved to its current Town Center location with an expanded inventory of groceries, dry goods, produce, dairy, beer and wine. The deli grew with new hot and cold offerings, including espresso and ice cream.
The Mountain location opened at the base of Big Sky Resort, offering a variety of groceries, a hot bar and a made-to-order deli. Its opening served a vital need for locals and visitors to Big Sky Resort.
A central kitchen, offices and storage were added across the parking lot from the Town Center location, increasing production and storage capabilities.
Jackie transferred ownership of The Hungry Moose to The Kern family with roots back to Big Sky’s founder, Chet Huntley. The Town Center Moose expanded, creating space for more seating, an expansive gift area and a full service floral department.
At the Hungry Moose, we continue to carve our own path while living out our commitment to nourish community of Big Sky. In fact, many of our offerings are the results of our employees sharing their skills and passions with us.
We have also adopted sustainable practices, including:
Kristin Kern, Owner
We source local produce and flowers as much as possible and stock a full range of other Montana-made products. Not only is it more sustainable to source locally, it supports neighbors throughout Montana, including artists, growers and businesses.
While we all come from different backgrounds and places, our team members all have one thing in common: they found “home” in Big Sky. We are happy to introduce you to some of the great people who lead the team here at the Hungry Moose.
View open positions at the Hungry Moose and learn what it’s like to work with us.