Produce Quality Control

Hardie’s Fresh Foods has been delivering the freshest produce and finest specialty ingredients to Texas kitchens for over 80 years. Family-owned and Texas-proud, Hardie’s started with a single truck and a passion for quality. Today, we’re a trusted partner to chefs, restaurants, and foodservice professionals across the Lone Star State—supplying everything from peak-season fruits and vegetables to artisan cheeses, premium olive oils, chocolates, and center-of-the-plate proteins like meats and seafood. With deep relationships across local farms and global producers, we stay ahead of culinary trends while staying true to what matters: dependable service, outstanding quality, and helping chefs create memorable menus. Rooted in tradition, driven by innovation—Hardie’s is here to fuel kitchens with the ingredients that make food shine.

About the role

The Produce QC team member will assist in maintaining the highest quality produce, consistent with the longstanding reputation of Chefs Warehouse.

Responsibilities

• Make informed decisions about produce quality, with consideration for customer experience and shrink %
• Maintain accurate inventory by conducting daily inventory counts, as well as making accurate and timely inventory adjustments
• Cull/rework cases in an effort to reduce shrink
• Communicate effectively with operations, sales, and buying teams
• Produce reports to share interdepartmentally

Requirements

• 2-4 years experience with food, especially fresh produce
• 1-2 years warehouse experience
• Familiarity with food safety protocols
• Literacy in basic technology, including inventory management systems, Excel spreadsheets, etc.
• Efficient, with attention to detail
• Willing to work in temperatures between 37-52 degrees
• Able to lift 50lbs
• Outstanding team player

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

Pay

Hourly rate between $16.50 and $17.50 USD.