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Five Star Breaktime Solutions hosted a ribbon cutting to announce the relocation of its Dothan, AL branch to a larger, upgraded distribution facility. This move marks an exciting milestone for the company as it continues to experience steady growth across the Wiregrass region.
“This move reflects the strong relationships we’ve built within the Wiregrass community and the continued trust our customers place in us,” said Katie Pilcher, Sales Director at Five Star in today’s press release. “As our business grows, it is important that our facilities grow with it so we can continue delivering the high level of service our partners expect.”
In a little over five years in the Dothan area, the company has outgrown its first area location due to increased demand and a customer base that has tripled in size. The new 20,000 square foot branch office and distribution center provides additional space and infrastructure needed to better support daily operations, improve efficiency, and enhance service capabilities.
The upgraded facility allows for double the warehouse space, streamlined distribution, and improved logistics. Additional features include a catering kitchen, more office space, and an upgraded breakroom for staff. Five Star is positioned for future growth in the region, creating new opportunities to expand services and reach additional businesses.
Five Star Breaktime Solutions remains committed to its mission of providing innovative breaktime solutions while supporting the communities it serves. This new Dothan, AL branch reinforces that commitment and ensures the company is well-equipped to continue its journey alongside its valued Wiregrass partners.
As part of the ribbon cutting event, local Five Star representatives donated $5,000 to the Wiregrass Area Food Bank on behalf of its foundation, Feeding the Future. This gift will support thousands of meals for area families and kids experiencing food insecurity.
About Five Star
Five Star Breaktime Solutions, headquartered in Chattanooga, TN, is a premier away-from-home food and beverage retail solutions provider for employers and other commercial, institutional, and educational locations. Five Star is an industry leader in breaktime markets, full-line vending, pantry, coffee tea and water services, full-service dining, catering, fresh food production, secured delivery, and sustainable products serving customers in eleven states including Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, Ohio, Tennessee, and Texas. Founded in 1993, Five Star has grown to one of the largest privately held convenience services operators in the United States and is the largest franchise of Canteen, a Compass Group company. Learn more at fivestarbreaktime.com.
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