Service station and energy company Corrib Oil is opening a Wendy's fast food restaurant in Mahon Point Shopping Centre in Cork in October.
The opening of the new restaurant will create 50 jobs.
Corrib Oil was announced last year as Wendy's franchise partner in Ireland.
Founded in 1987, Corrib Oil currently operates 40 convenience stores with forecourts and 20 fuel depots across 17 counties.
The company said the partnership with Wendy's is a key part of its broader expansion strategy in Ireland, which aims to more than double its national footprint to 100 locations by 2030 and continue to grow its home heating distribution and fuel card business.
As part of its commitment to the Irish market, Wendy's will use 100% fresh Irish beef and chicken across its menu.
"Opening the first Wendy’s restaurant in Mahon Point marks a major milestone in our partnership with Wendy's," said Michael Dalton, Managing Director of Corrib Brands.
"We’re thrilled to bring Wendy’s to Cork, offering fresh and locally sourced menu items and outstanding hospitality to local customers, who will be the first in Ireland to experience the brand," he added.
Michael Clarke, Managing Director - Europe at The Wendy’s Company, said that Ireland is a great market for long-term growth.
"Corrib Oil's deep roots in the community and commitment to operational excellence make them an ideal partner to deliver the Wendy’s 'globally great, locally even better' experience," he added.
Justin Young, Centre Director of Mahon Point Shopping Centre, said that to be part of bringing the very first Wendy’s restaurant to Ireland is really special.
"This opening is great news for Cork - not only does it create 50 new local jobs, but it also gives people the opportunity to enjoy the craveable, high-quality food Wendy's is famous for," he added.
