Chick-fil-A Opens Between Lake Stevens and Marysville on Thursday

Everett, WALocal News

Chick-fil-A announces plans to launch nine new restaurants across Washington by early 2027, leading to the creation of over 900 jobs. The Chick-fil-A Soper Hill location will open on October 30, 2025, serving the Lake Stevens and Marysville communities with approximately 80 new jobs. Owner-Operator Chandler Reeves is enthusiastic about fostering a space for community engagement and growth. To celebrate the opening, Chick-fil-A will donate $25,000 to Feeding America, benefitting local hunger relief efforts in partnership with the Lake Stevens Community Food Bank. The company also engages in the Shared Table program, redirecting surplus food to local nonprofits, contributing to over 42 million meals nationwide.

Since entering Washington a decade ago, Chick-fil-A has created job opportunities and awarded $800,000 in scholarships to Team Members. The expansion reflects Chick-fil-A's ongoing commitment to community support and leadership development. With 22 existing locations, the new restaurants will enhance service in the Seattle market.

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