Distribution - Intern

About Sid Wainer

For over 100 years, Sid Wainer has been a trusted partner to chefs—delivering exceptional ingredients that inspire menus and elevate kitchens. Family‑founded in 1914, Sid Wainer has grown from a regional produce supplier into a leading curator of specialty foods. From peak‑season produce to artisan cheeses, premium olive oils, fine chocolates, and center‑of‑the‑plate offerings like meats and seafood, Sid Wainer sources the best of the best from around the world.

Our relationships with farmers, producers, and food artisans—combined with a deep understanding of culinary trends—allow us to bring chefs exactly what they need to create standout dining experiences. Rooted in tradition and driven by innovation, Sid Wainer continues to serve New England’s finest chefs with integrity, passion, and a chef‑first mindset.

This position is On‑Site.

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail‑oriented intern to join our logistics team as a Routing and Dispatch Intern. The intern will assist in coordinating daily operations, optimizing delivery routes, and supporting real‑time communication with drivers. This is an excellent opportunity for students or recent graduates interested in logistics, transportation, or supply chain management to gain hands‑on experience.

• Assist in planning and optimizing delivery routes to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Support dispatch operations by monitoring driver schedules and ensuring timely service.
• Communicate with drivers to provide route updates and resolve issues in real‑time.
• Enter and maintain accurate data related to routes, deliveries, and performance metrics.
• Generate reports on delivery performance and service quality.
• Help ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
• Provide exceptional customer service by responding to inquiries and delivery status requests.

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in logistics, supply chain management, business, or a related field.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and familiarity with routing/dispatch software (a plus).
• Problem‑solving mindset and attention to detail.
• Willingness to learn and take on new challenges.

• Experience in logistics, dispatch, or customer service (internships or part‑time work).
• Knowledge of GPS navigation systems and route planning tools.

The above job description is not an all‑inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties as assigned by their supervisor.

• Paid Vacations, Paid Holidays
• Health, Dental and Medical Benefits
• Weekly pay
• Life Insurance
• 5% above cost for our high‑quality food products
• Employee discounts for travel and events
• 401(k)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

The Chefs' Warehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate based on actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.

Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment. We are dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce.