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Area Development - Site Selection, Facility Planning and Workforce Development

Chick-fil-A Supply Plans Winter Haven, Florida, Logistics-Distribution Operations

02/17/2026
Specialized food-service distribution company Chick-fil-A Supply plans to establish logistics operations in Winter Haven, Florida. The more than $150 million project is expected to create 180 jobs.

The company’s new 244,000-square-foot distribution facility, located at the Central Florida Integrated Logistics Park, will handle receiving, storage, and delivery of food products and supplies to Chick-fil-A restaurants throughout Florida. Operations are scheduled to begin in 2027.

“We’re grateful to Winter Haven and the State of Florida for the opportunity to become part of the community and look forward to serving Chick-fil-A restaurants across the state,” said Chick-fil-A Supply Executive Director Josh Grote.

To support the project Governor DeSantis awarded $1.5 million to Winter Haven through the Florida Job Growth Grant Fund.

“Under Gov. DeSantis’ leadership, Florida continues to demonstrate why it’s the best state in the nation for advanced manufacturing and logistics,” noted Florida Secretary of Commerce J. Alex Kelly. “Investments like this are clear evidence that our strategy is working, bringing in major companies that are creating sustainable jobs for Floridians and driving long-term economic growth for future generations.”

The project was supported through partnerships between the Winter Haven Economic Development Council, CSX, and the State of Florida.

"This project will create more than 150 high-quality jobs and further strengthen Winter Haven’s position as a premier hub for logistics and food distribution across the state,” added Winter Haven Economic Development Council President Bruce Lyon.

Chick-fil-A Supply is a wholly owned subsidiary of Chick-fil-A, Inc. focused on ensuring Chick-fil-A restaurants receive ingredients, food products, and supplies. The company operates a network of distribution centers across the U.S.

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