In The News
Chick-fil-A Supply establishing distribution center in Lexington County, SC
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Chick-fil-A Supply, a wholly owned subsidiary of Chick-fil-A, today announced plans to establish its newest distribution center in Lexington County. The company’s $80 million investment will create 165 new jobs.
Founded in 2020, Chick-fil-A Supply supplements Chick-fil-A’s distribution network and allows the company to maintain greater flexibility within its supply chain. Chick-fil-A Supply is an innovative distribution service provider focused on understanding and meeting the unique needs of Chick-fil-A restaurants.
Located at Saxe Gotha Industrial Park in West Columbia, Chick-fil-A Supply’s Lexington County facility will help ensure restaurants have the supplies to accommodate customers and will also address distribution complexities such as frequent, high-volume delivery, varied delivery environments and rapidly evolving needs.
Operations are expected to begin in 2024. Individuals interested in joining the Chick-fil-A Supply team should visit the company’s careers page.
The Coordinating Council for Economic Development approved job development credits related to this project.
QUOTES
“Our new distribution center in Lexington County provides us with a tremendous opportunity to grow our business and create jobs that will attract diverse talent from across the region. We’re excited to expand our footprint in South Carolina with an investment in the local community that helps us serve our franchise operators, licensees and their teams.” –Chick-fil-A Supply Executive Director Josh Grote
“We are excited that Chick-fil-A Supply chose to locate its newest distribution center in Lexington County. The Midlands region – with its central location and infrastructure access – is an ideal location for a distribution operation of this magnitude. We look forward to the impact Chick-fil-A Supply will make in Lexington County, the Midlands and across South Carolina.” –Gov. Henry McMaster
“We are proud to have Chick-fil-A Supply establish its newest distribution operation in South Carolina. The jobs the company is creating in the area will benefit Lexington County, the Midlands region and the entire state. We welcome Chick-fil-A Supply to Lexington County and know they will accomplish great things in the community.” -Secretary of Commerce Harry M. Lightsey III
“Chick-fil-A Supply’s distribution center is a wonderful addition to the South Carolina agribusiness industry and the Midlands community. Our agribusiness sector continues to grow and thrive.” -Commissioner of Agriculture Hugh Weathers
“We would like to welcome Chick-fil-A Supply as a new partner here in Lexington County. We are very excited Chick-fil-A Supply chose to have their newest distribution site established here, which will create 165 quality jobs for our residents.” -Lexington County Council Chairman Scott Whetstone
“A brand beloved by many locals, Chick-fil-A Supply’s announcement of a distribution center will give people a new reason to enjoy it even more – career opportunities. Welcome, Chick-fil-A Supply, to Lexington County, and congratulations to our partners in Lexington on the addition of another renowned name to the Saxe Gotha Industrial Park.” -Central SC Alliance Chairman Matthew Shaffer
FIVE FAST FACTS
- Chick-fil-A Supply is establishing its newest distribution center in Lexington County.
- The company’s $80 million investment will create 165 new jobs.
- Chick-fil-A Supply is a wholly owned subsidiary of Chick-fil-A.
- Located at Saxe Gotha Industrial Park in West Columbia, S.C.
- Individuals interested in joining the Chick-fil-A Supply team should visit the company’s careers page.
About S.C. Department of Commerce
As South Carolina’s leading economic development agency, the Department of Commerce works to recruit new businesses and help existing business grow. S.C. Commerce has recruited world-class companies to South Carolina such as BMW, Boeing, Continental, Giti Tire, LPL Financial Holdings, Mercedes-Benz Vans, Samsung, Toray and Volvo Cars and also supports startups, small and existing business, innovation and rural development initiatives. S.C. Commerce partners with the S.C. Technical College System via readySC to support workforce training and recruiting, and with the S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce, which provides worker training and employment opportunities within the state. With a strong international footprint, the Palmetto State has consistently been among the top in the nation for attracting jobs through foreign direct investment on a per capita basis – recognized by multiple economic development publications for its pro-business climate. For more information, visit www.SCcommerce.com.
MEDIA CONTACT:
Kelly Coakley
Director of Marketing and Communications
South Carolina Department of Commerce
(803) 737-1998
Orangeburg Skate Park Groundbreaking in June
Gene Zaleski for The Times and Democrat Groundbreaking for the City of Orangeburg’s skate park is targeted for middle to late June. The project should be complete in September or October, according to city officials. Department of Public Works Director John Singh provided city council with an update last week. Singh said the city should […]
Southern Living Lists Columbia, SC on ‘South’s Best Cities On The Rise’
Jason Thomas for SC Biz News Move over Greenville, there’s another Upstate city receiving national headlines. South Carolina’s capital city is also getting some love. Southern Living Magazine has named Spartanburg and Columbia two of its “South’s Best Cities On The Rise 2024.” Not only did they make the list of 25, but they both appear […]