What are the responsibilities and job description for the Night Jockey position at The Chefs' Warehouse?
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.
Position Summary: We are looking for a Night Jockey to assist in moving and spotting equipment required to facilitate the needs of warehouses in organizing and processing material for shipment or storage. The responsibilities of Night Jockeys include trailer sanitation, moving equipment, and conducting daily inspections. To be successful as a Night Jockey, you should have good eyesight, be physically fit, and communicate effectively. Ultimately, a top-notch Night Jockey should be able to perform under pressure, have good driving skills, and be responsible.
What you’ll do:
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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:
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.
Position Summary: We are looking for a Night Jockey to assist in moving and spotting equipment required to facilitate the needs of warehouses in organizing and processing material for shipment or storage. The responsibilities of Night Jockeys include trailer sanitation, moving equipment, and conducting daily inspections. To be successful as a Night Jockey, you should have good eyesight, be physically fit, and communicate effectively. Ultimately, a top-notch Night Jockey should be able to perform under pressure, have good driving skills, and be responsible.
What you’ll do:
- Completing trailer sanitation before reloading.
- Moving equipment around the yard.
- Notifying management of repairs that need to be made.
- Storing equipment in safe areas.
- Conducting regular inspections of incoming and outgoing equipment.
- Conducting an inventory of equipment.
- Work the night shift
About you:
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- 1 year of tractor-trailer experience is preferred.
- Physically fit.
- Ability to communicate effectively.
- Good eyesight.
What you’ll do:
- Completing trailer sanitation before reloading.
- Moving equipment around the yard.
- Notifying management of repairs that need to be made.
- Storing equipment in safe areas.
- Conducting regular inspections of incoming and outgoing equipment.
- Conducting an inventory of equipment.
- Work the night shift
About you:
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- 1 year of tractor-trailer experience is preferred.
- Physically fit.
- Ability to communicate effectively.
- Good eyesight.
#IND1
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