Restaurant Brings Approximately 80 Jobs, Guests Invited to Dress in Cow Print on Opening Day for Free Entrée
OROVILLE, Calif. (Nov. 12, 2026) – The first Chick-fil-A® restaurant in Oroville will begin serving Guests on Thursday, Nov. 19 at 6:30 a.m., with Chick-fil-A, Inc. selecting Jon Rouse to serve as its local Owner-Operator.
Located at 310 Oro Dam Boulevard East, Chick-fil-A Oroville will serve Guests Monday through Saturday from 6:30 a.m. to 10 p.m., offering dine-in, drive-thru, carry-out, delivery and catering. The restaurant will also feature a Treehouse Play Area for families to enjoy. Chick-fil-A Oroville brings approximately 80 jobs to the community and joins three other Chick-fil-A restaurants serving the Chico-Redding market.
To celebrate, Guests are invited to join the fun by dressing in cow print on opening day to receive a free entrée.
Locally Owned and Operated
“What first stood out to me about Chick-fil-A was how even the smallest details, like fresh flowers in the restaurant, could make a Guest feel special,” said Rouse. “I loved the idea that a quick-service restaurant could be a place where meaningful family moments happen, whether it’s a father-daughter date or simply sharing a meal together. That’s the kind of experience I hope to create in Oroville, and I look forward to getting to know our Guests and being part of their experience, both inside and outside the restaurant.”
More About Jon
- Rouse’s connection to Chick-fil-A began with his first visit in 2011. The following year, when the brand opened a restaurant in his college’s student union in Provo, Utah, he enjoyed stopping by between classes for a Chick-fil-A Chicken Sandwich. He later built a career in restaurant operations, earning multiple honors for operational excellence and his commitment to serving quality food and creating exceptional Guest experiences.
- Originally from Reno, Nevada, Rouse has called Northern California home for the past 11 years. Through longtime friendships with Oroville residents and frequent mountain biking trips along Lake Oroville, he has developed a deep appreciation for the community’s close-knit feel. He looks forward to becoming an active member of the community and creating a welcoming place where families can gather.
Opening Day Moove-In Party at Chick-fil-A Oroville
To celebrate the restaurant moo-ving into town, Rouse and his team are inviting the community to show off their cow spots on opening day for a free entrée.
- Since 1995, the Cows have been a beloved part of Chick-fil-A, encouraging humans to skip burgers and “Eat More Chikin” – and now it’s Oroville’s turn to join the herd.
- Guests dressed in cow print – whether it’s a full cow costume or a simple cow-spotted accessory – can enjoy one free entrée or kid’s meal*.
Caring for the Oroville Community
Rouse is committed to giving back to the Oroville community by:
- Providing a $25,000 donation from Chick-fil-A, Inc. to Feeding America in honor of the new restaurant. These funds will be distributed to partners in the greater Oroville area to aid in the fight to end hunger.
- Participating in the Chick-fil-A Shared Table® program, which redirects surplus food to local nonprofits. The program has helped to create over 50 million meals nationwide to date.
To learn more about careers at Chick-fil-A Oroville, click here. For the latest news and updates on Chick-fil-A Oroville, visit the restaurant’s Facebook page and follow along on Instagram. For more on Chick-fil-A‘s high-quality menu options, click here.
*Guests who dress in cow attire on opening day can redeem the offer of one free entrée inside the restaurant or in the drive-thru. Breakfast offer options include the Chick-fil-A® Chicken Biscuit, Egg White Grill or 4-ct Chick-fil-A Chick-n-Minis®. Lunch/dinner offer options include the Chick-fil-A® Chicken Sandwich, Spicy Chicken Sandwich, 8-ct Original Nugget, 8-ct Grilled Nugget or 5-ct Nugget Kid’s Meal. Limit one free entrée per Guest dressed in cow print, while supplies last. No purchase necessary. See the restaurant for more details.
About Chick-fil-A, Inc.
Chick-fil-A, Inc. is the third largest quick-service restaurant company in the United States, known for its freshly-prepared food, signature hospitality and unique franchise model. More than 200,000 Team Members are employed by local Owner-Operators in more than 3,000 restaurants across the United States, Canada, Puerto Rico, the UK and Singapore.
Chick-fil-A local Owner-Operators live and work in the communities their restaurants serve, each supporting local efforts and making a positive impact. Chick-fil-A gives back through programs including Shared Table, True Inspiration Awards and Scholarships. The family-owned and privately held company got its start in 1946, founded by S. Truett Cathy. More information on Chick-fil-A is available at www.chick-fil-a.com and Chick-fil-A Press Room.
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