A new Chick-fil-A distribution hub is planned for West Texas.

The distribution center is set to create nearly 80 jobs in the area.

“We are looking forward to establishing our newest distribution center in Lubbock,” said Dan Marques, senior director for Chick-fil-A Supply operations. “Lubbock provides access to quality talent and strategic advantages that allow us to better serve the needs of our Owner-Operators and Restaurants in the region, and we are excited about our investment into this community.” 

The facility is part of the company’s expanding distribution network as it works to meet growing demand. It will manage the storage and distribution of food and related items in temperature-controlled areas (cool, freezer and dry storage) for restaurants across the region, the press release reports.

The facility will be located in the Lubbock Business Park, a project expected to bring about $50 million in capital investment, near Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport, positioning it strategically for transportation and logistics.

“We’re proud to help bring an industry-leading company like Chick-fil-A Supply to Lubbock in a way that benefits our entire community, drives new investment, creates new jobs, and further establishes Lubbock as a distribution and logistics hub,” said John Osborne, president and CEO of the Lubbock Economic Development Alliance. “This is the kind of partnership that strengthens our city for years to come.” 

The company already operates a Texas distribution center in Hutchins, near Dallas, and the Lubbock facility would further support one of its largest markets, Texas, according to Technomic data and the Chick-fil-A Supply website.

Work on the construction project is set to begin in May.

“This project brings valuable jobs to our residents with competitive wages and an exceptional company culture,” said Councilwoman Christy Martinez-Garcia, District 1. 

Roles in warehouse operations, logistics and transportation will be created at the facility, offering an average annual wage of approximately $60,000 for the next 10 years.