FRANKFORT, Ky. (KT) – Gov. Andy Beshear highlighted new momentum in the state’s food and beverage industry, as Chick-fil-A Supply announced plans on Monday for a new $100 million distribution facility in northern Kentucky that is expected to create 178 well-paying, full-time jobs over five years.
“Once again, an industry-leading company is making a major investment in our commonwealth and our incredible workforce,” Beshear said. “This investment by Chick-fil-A Supply in Northern Kentucky will provide incredible job opportunities for families across the region, and I am looking forward to their future success here in their new Kentucky home.”
Chick-fil-A Supply is a wholly owned subsidiary of Chick-fil-A Inc. that serves as an innovative distribution service provider supporting Chick-fil-A restaurants.
The new distribution center will be located on a more than 28-acre site in Elsmere and will include a 270,000-square-foot facility that will support around 150 Chick-fil-A restaurants in the region. In the first year, Chick-fil-A Supply plans to employ more than 130, with roles including a general manager and various leadership positions, drivers, navigators, warehouse team members, and maintenance technicians. Construction of the new facility is underway, with the distribution center expected to be operational in 2026.
To integrate and work with the local community, Chick-fil-A Inc. will donate $25,000 to a Feeding America partner food bank to support local hunger relief efforts once the distribution center becomes operational.
“Elsmere not only provides access to quality talent, but its unique location will also allow us to receive product by rail; the third distribution center in our network to do so,” said Josh Grote, executive director of Chick-fil-A Supply. “We’re grateful to the Elsmere community and Commonwealth of Kentucky for the warm welcome and look forward to serving Chick-fil-A restaurants in the area.”
Chick-fil-A Supply ensures restaurants have the food and products they need. The subsidiary currently operates nine distribution centers located in Georgia, North Carolina, Tennessee, Missouri, Ohio, Kansas, and Texas. These locations play a central role in the logistics and distribution of ingredients and supplies that help serve hundreds of restaurants every day.
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This story first appeared in Kentucky Today.
