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The Chef's Warehouse Inc. (NASDAQ: CHEF) is a premier specialty food distributor catering to high-end chefs and culinary professionals for over 30 years. With a robust presence in major metropolitan areas across the United States, Canada, and the Middle East, the company sources and supplies fine food products to top-tier restaurants, hotels, caterers, gourmet stores, culinary schools, and casinos.
The company's extensive product portfolio includes a variety of imported and locally sourced specialty foods such as artisan charcuterie, specialty cheeses, oils, vinegars, hormone-free protein, truffles, caviar, and chocolate, meeting the stringent standards of elite chefs. The Chef's Warehouse operates through a single reporting segment called Food Product Distribution, primarily serving the East, Midwest, and West coasts of the U.S.
In recent financial updates, the company reported strong year-over-year organic revenue growth and adjusted EBITDA in the second quarter of 2023, despite challenges like volatile weather conditions and protein category fluctuations. The third quarter of 2023 saw sequential improvements in business activity, driven by strong growth in customer acquisition and volume growth. The fourth quarter of 2023 showcased increased operating income and higher gross profit margins.
Moreover, the company has entered into a Cooperation Agreement with Legion Partners Asset Management, LLC, signaling a strategic move towards enhancing its operational and financial performance. As part of this agreement, three new independent directors have been appointed to the Board, bringing valuable expertise from various industries.
As of early 2024, The Chef’s Warehouse continued its strong performance with first-quarter results indicating steady revenue growth and sustained customer demand. The company remains focused on delivering high-quality products and exceptional service to its diverse clientele, leveraging its flexible distribution platform for continued growth and success.
Contact: Investor Relations, Jim Leddy, CFO, (718) 684-8415
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