Production Grinder/Grader

About Michael’s Finer Meat & Seafood With decades of expertise and a legacy rooted in quality, Michael’s Finer Meats & Seafoods is a trusted partner to chefs across the Midwest and beyond. Known for premium center-of-the-plate offerings, Michael’s delivers hand-selected meats and pristine seafood to some of the region’s most iconic restaurants.

Our commitment to consistency, service, and culinary excellence ensures that every cut, fillet, and portion meets the exacting standards of today’s top kitchens. From custom butchery to curated sourcing, Michael’s brings chefs the quality they expect—paired with the personalized service they deserve.

Position Summary

The Production Grader/Mar positions are vital roles in the company, responsible for grading and inspecting food products to ensure quality and consistency. These positions play a critical role in maintaining high standards of product quality and adhering to food safety regulations. The Production Grader/Mar also assists in packaging and labeling products for shipment.

What you’ll do: Grade and inspect food products according to established quality standards, including appearance, texture, color, and size. Remove any damaged or substandard products from the production line and report them to supervisors. Follow food safety and sanitation procedures to maintain a clean and hygienic work environment.

Assist in packaging and labeling food products, ensuring accurate weights, quantities, and labeling information. Operate and maintain grading and sorting equipment, performing regular maintenance and cleaning as required. Collaborate with other team members and supervisors to ensure smooth workflow and meet production targets.

Adhere to company policies and procedures, including safety guidelines and quality control measures.

About you

High school diploma or equivalent. Attention to detail and ability to spot product defects or abnormalities. Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations. Physical stamina and ability to stand for long periods and perform repetitive tasks. Strong work ethic and ability to work well in a fast-paced team environment.

Basic math skills to accurately measure and calculate product quantities. Willingness to follow instructions and work according to established processes. Good communication skills to report any issues or concerns to supervisors. Previous experience in a food production or grading role is a plus. Ability to lift and carry heavy objects as needed.

Must be available to work Monday through Friday from 6:00 AM to 3:00 PM, with flexibility to work overtime as needed. #L1-MS1 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.

Perks & Benefits: 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 401k 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.