Chick-fil-A is continuing its Massachusetts expansion by opening a new MetroWest location next week.

The popular chicken fast-food chain will open its Hudson location on Thursday, June 5.

Located at 4A Highland Commons East, the Hudson Chick-fil-A will be among several new stores opening at The Shops at Highland Commons this year.

The new restaurant will be open 6:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Saturday.

In addition to serving customers, the Hudson Chick-fil-A will create 100 jobs. Those interested in working at the Hudson Chick-fil-A can apply online .

Last month, Chick-fil-A announced plans to open 12-15 more stores across Massachusetts in the next few years.

"The company is set to open up to seven new restaurants across the state this year, followed by five to eight more restaurants by the end of 2027," a press release read.

The new restaurants will create an estimated 1,600 new jobs by 2027.

There are already 19 Chick-fil-A locations in Massachusetts.

By the end of 2027, residents across the Bay State can anticipate new restaurants, including in:

• Greater Boston: Danvers, Foxborough, Hudson, South Station and Boston Logan International Airport

• Central Massachusetts: Worcester

• Western Massachusetts: East Springfield and West Springfield

• Southeastern Massachusetts: Somerset and Dartmouth

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