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Gourmet foods and restaurant supply. Large selection of specialty foods from around the world. read more
Chefs Warehouse Company Culture
Chefs Warehouse Culture
This score is derived from employee ratings & reviews4.2/5
Chefs Warehouse's Overall Culture is rated B+
Top Rated Culture Dimensions
CEO Rating
A+Executive Team
A-Leadership
A-Manager
A-Perks & Benefits
A-Chefs Warehouse CEO
Top 5%Top 5% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Christopher Pappas
83 /100
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Diversity at Chefs Warehouse
Top 35%Top 35% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
B
Diverse employees at Chefs Warehouse have rated Team, Outlook, and CEO Rating as the highest categories they have scored
Women at Chefs Warehouse
Bottom 30%Bottom 30% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
C-
Women at Chefs Warehouse have rated Team, Work Culture, and CEO Rating as the highest categories they have scored
Chefs Warehouse eNPS
Net Promoter Score tracks your employees' overall score to this question: "On a scale from 0-10, how likely are you to recommend working at your company to a friend?"Top 20%Top 20% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Recommend to a Friend?
30
Chefs Warehouse employees are 30% more likely to recommend Chefs Warehouse as a great place to work
| 60% | Promoters |
|---|---|
| 10% | Passives |
| 30% | Detractors |
Working at Chefs Warehouse
Working at Chefs Warehouse is rated highly by 80 employees, across various culture dimensions. Chefs Warehouse employees are most satisfied about CEO Rating, Executive Team, and Leadership categories, putting Chefs Warehouse’s culture in the Top 20% compared to similar sized companies on Comparably and in the Top 30% compared to other companies in New York. See below in detail how working at Chefs Warehouse was rated by employees.
Overall Company Culture at Chefs Warehouse
B+
Overall Company Culture at Chefs Warehouse is rated B+
Last updated months ago
Top
20%
Chefs Warehouse ranks in the Top 20% of other companies on Comparably with 1,001-5,000 Employees for Overall Company Culture Score
Chefs Warehouse Employee Reviews
Out of 60 Chefs Warehouse employee reviews, 92% were positive. The remaining 8% were constructive reviews with the goal of helping Chefs Warehouse improve their work culture.
| Positive Reviews | 92% |
|---|---|
| Constructive Feedback | 8% |
Positive Reviews From Chefs Warehouse Employees
- What do you like best about the leadership team?Willijng to help, but no one respects them in the warehouse , big dosconnect from operations to sales
- What makes you most happy at work?Working with the customers and getting results.
- What is the best part about your compensation package?The type of health benefits we receive.
Constructive Feedback From Chefs Warehouse Employees
- What does the leadership team need to get better at?Not lying or misrepresenting compensation.
- Why do you feel undervalued and what would make you feel better about your compensation?If base pay increased with inflation
- What do your coworkers need to improve and how could you work together better?Need to be fair with employees
Chefs Warehouse Company Information
Chefs Warehouse Company Overview
Gourmet foods and restaurant supply. Large selection of specialty foods from around the world.
Chefs Warehouse Mission, Vision & Values
Chefs Warehouse Mission & Values
The Chefs' Warehouse is a family specialty food distributor that has been purveying artisan and high-quality food products for chefs for over 30 years. As culinary experts, we are dedicated to supporting chefs' every need. Our world-class team is committed to unparalleled service and support. With locations in major metropolitan areas across the United States and Canada, The Chefs' Warehouse is focused on serving the finest restaurants, hotels, caterers and gourmet stores in North America.
| Headquarter | 100 East Ridge Road Ridgefield, CT 06877 United States of America |
|---|---|
| Website | www.chefswarehouse.com/ |
| Founding Date | 1985 |
| Tel | (203) 894-1345 |
| Company Status | Public |
| Stock | CHEF |
Chefs Warehouse Competitors
Chefs Warehouse competitors include Gordon Food Service, US FOODS INC., Sysco, and Allen Brothers. Chefs Warehouse ranks 1st in Overall Culture Score on Comparably vs its competitors. See below how Chefs Warehouse compares to its competitors with CEO Rankings, Product & Services, NPS, Pricing, Customer Services, Overall Culture Score, eNPS, Gender and Diversity Scores.
Chefs Warehouse Employees
80 employees at Chefs Warehouse have reviewed Chefs Warehouse across various culture dimensions, providing their opinions on items ranging from executive ratings to the pace at work. The latest review was months ago.
Overall, the 80 Chefs Warehouse employees give their leadership a grade of A-, or Top 15% of similar size companies on Comparably. This includes specific ratings of their executive team, CEO, and manager.
Employees at Chefs Warehouse are generally satisfied with their total compensation at Chefs Warehouse, which includes a combination of pay, stock and equity, and benefits.
Overall, employees at Chefs Warehouse are pleased with their team. 80 Participants grade the quality of their coworkers a B. The majority believe the meetings at Chefs Warehouse are effective, and the majority look forward to interacting with their coworkers.
The majority of employees at Chefs Warehouse believe the environment at Chefs Warehouse is positive. Most Participants believe the pace of work at Chefs Warehouse is comfortably fast. About 30% of the employees at Chefs Warehouse work 8 hours or less, while 17% of them have an extremely long day - longer than twelve hours.
Overall, the employees at Chefs Warehouse are happy, based on their aggregated ratings of future outlook, customer perception, and their excitement going to work.
Joining Chefs Warehouse - Employee Onboarding
The prevailing opinion from Comparably users in New York about their company is that it was very prepared on their first day. New York employees concluded that their overall onboarding experience was positive. 74% said their direct manager was helpful with their acclimation during the first 90 days. First impressions are important, and how prepared a company is on your first day leaves a lasting impression.
Chefs Warehouse KPIs and OKRs
At this moment no Chefs Warehouse employees have provided insight into whether or not they clearly understand Chefs Warehouse's KPIs and OKRs.
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Chefs Warehouse CEO & Leadership
Chefs Warehouse CEO - Christopher Pappas
83 /100
Christopher’s approval rate is in the Top 5% of all CEOs of similar-sized companies on Comparably, and in the Top 5% compared to the CEOs of all other companies in New York. Chefs Warehouse’s CEO is highly regarded especially by employees in the Operations department, Caucasian employees, and Male employees. However, Female employees, employees with 1 to 3 Years experience, and Hispanic or Latino employees have a less favorable view of the CEO and believe there is room for improvement. Compared to Chefs Warehouse’s competitors, Christopher Pappas ranks right above US FOODS INC. CEO Andrew Iacobucci. Under Pappas’s leadership, Chefs Warehouse employee respondents are most happy about their Executive Team and the company’s Leadership. Professional Development and Gender are two areas, according to respondents, where Chefs Warehouse could stand to see real improvement.
Chefs Warehouse Leadership
The Chefs Warehouse Executive Team is rated an “A-” and led by CEO Christopher Pappas, Consultant John D. Austin, and General Counsel, Chief Government Relations Officer & Corporate Secretary Alexandros Aldous
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Chefs Warehouse Salaries
How much does Chefs Warehouse pay?
How much do people at Chefs Warehouse get paid? See the latest salaries by department and job title. The average estimated annual salary, including base and bonus, at Chefs Warehouse is $118,416, or $56 per hour, while the estimated median salary is $115,459, or $55 per hour.
At Chefs Warehouse, the highest paid job is a Director of Sales at $216,528 annually and the lowest is an Admin Assistant at $47,820 annually. Average Chefs Warehouse salaries by department include: Design at $136,144, Legal at $133,471, Engineering at $140,929, and Marketing at $95,508. Half of Chefs Warehouse salaries are above $115,459.
32 employees at Chefs Warehouse rank their Compensation in the Top 25% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 98 ratings) while 31 employees at Chefs Warehouse rank their Perks And Benefits in the Top 15% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 33 ratings).
Last updated months ago.
| Summary | Salary Range | Percentile |
|---|---|---|
1st Percentile $68k | $68k | 1st Percentile |
17th Percentile $90k | $90k | 17th Percentile |
33rd Percentile $114k | $114k | 33rd Percentile |
50th Percentile $175k | $175k | 50th Percentile |
67th Percentile $224k | $224k | 67th Percentile |
83rd Percentile $272k | $272k | 83rd Percentile |
100th Percentile $300k | $300k | 100th Percentile |
$118,416*
Average Compensation
$115,459*
Median Compensation
* Estimated salaries Estimated salaries are based on data provided anonymously by employees and/or estimated by other statistical methods.
Chefs Warehouse Salaries by Department
Diversity & Inclusion at Chefs Warehouse
Diverse employees at Chefs Warehouse score the company 71/100 across various culture categories, placing Chefs Warehouse in the Top 35% of companies on Comparably with 1,001-5,000 Employees for Comparably's diversity score. The Diversity score provides insights into how diverse employees feel and rate their work experience at Chefs Warehouse across various culture dimensions.
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Chefs Warehouse Perks & Benefits
Health & Wellness
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
- PTO / Vacation Policy
- Paid Holidays
- Maternity / Paternity Leave
Office Perks
- Work From Home Policy
Chefs Warehouse PTO
Chefs Warehouse's PTO and Vacation policy typically gives 10-15 days off a year. Paid Time Off is Chefs Warehouse's most important benefit besides Healthcare when ranked by employees, with 50% of employees saying it is the most important benefit. Chefs Warehouse's benefits and PTO Package averages to represent a $1000 -$1500 cash value per month.
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Chefs Warehouse Careers
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Frequently Asked Questions regarding Chefs Warehouse
What is Chefs Warehouse address?
Chefs Warehouse location is at 100 East Ridge Road
Who is the CEO of Chefs Warehouse?
Chefs Warehouse CEO is Christopher Pappas, their score by employees is 83
What is Chefs Warehouse eNPS?
The eNPS for Chefs Warehouse is 30
What is Chefs Warehouse revenue?
Chefs Warehouse revenue is $1B
What is the salary for Admin Assistant in Chefs Warehouse?
Admin Assistant average salary in the US is 48k
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