New CHEF’STORE Opens in Augusta, Georgia

News Summary

A new CHEF’STORE is set to open in Augusta, Georgia, offering a wide range of wholesale food and restaurant supplies. This grand opening on August 23 follows a Business Preview Event on August 22, which will allow local businesses to connect with the store. This CHEF’STORE is US Foods’ second location in Georgia and aims to serve both professional chefs and the general public while enhancing the local business community and attracting foot traffic to the Shoppes at Apex.

Augusta, Georgia Welcomes New CHEF’STORE on August 23

A new CHEF’STORE will open its doors in Augusta, Georgia on August 23, 2025, marking a significant expansion for US Foods and its retail presence in the state. Located at 102 Mason McKnight Jr Parkway, the new store is situated near well-known retailers including CarMax and Camping World.

Prior to the grand opening, local restaurants and business owners will have the opportunity to engage with the store at a Business Preview Event scheduled for August 22. This event aims to foster relationships and build connections within the local business community.

Second Location in Georgia

This CHEF’STORE is the second of its kind to open in Georgia, following the previous establishment in Columbia, South Carolina. This new location will cater to both professional chefs and the general public by offering a wide selection of wholesale food and restaurant supplies without the need for a membership.

Product Offerings

Customers can expect a diverse range of products at the Augusta CHEF’STORE, including fresh meat, seafood, produce, dairy, deli items, groceries, beverages, and numerous restaurant and cooking supplies. This variety is designed to meet the needs of both commercial clients and everyday consumers, providing a convenient shopping experience.

Part of a Larger Shopping Center

The new store will be a vital part of the Shoppes at Apex, a larger shopping center that includes various neighboring retailers such as Northern Tool, Boot Barn, and Floor Décor. The strategic location aims to attract more foot traffic by being part of a bustling retail environment.

Background on CHEF’STORE

The CHEF’STORE brand was previously known as Smart Foodservice Warehouse before being acquired by US Foods in 2020 for $970 million. Since the acquisition, US Foods has rebranded the stores under the CHEF’STORE label, aligning with its corporate vision to better serve a broad range of customers including restaurants, healthcare, and hospitality sectors.

US Foods ranks among America’s leading foodservice distributors, recognized for supplying a wide array of customers with culinary ingredients and operational supplies necessary for diverse sectors. With the opening of new CHEF’STORE locations, US Foods is committed to enhancing its service offerings and extending its reach to more communities.

The August opening in Augusta represents a pivotal moment for the company, setting the stage for future growth in the region and improving accessibility to high-quality food products for local customers.

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