Chefs' Warehouse, Inc. (CHEF) — SEC Filings
Chefs' Warehouse, Inc. (CHEF) — 28 SEC filings. Latest: 10-Q (Oct 29, 2025). Includes 14 8-K, 6 10-Q, 4 SC 13G/A.
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Overview
Chefs' Warehouse, Inc. (CHEF) is a publicly traded company tracked on ReadTheFiling. The most recent enriched filing is a 10-Q filed on Oct 29, 2025: The Chefs' Warehouse, Inc. (CHEF) reported robust financial performance for the thirteen and thirty-nine weeks ended September 26, 2025. Net sales for the thirteen-week period increased by 9.6% to $1,021,319 thousand from $931,452 thousand in the prior year. Net income for the same period saw a sign
Sentiment Summary
Across 28 filings, the sentiment breakdown is: 2 bullish, 26 neutral. The dominant filing sentiment for Chefs' Warehouse, Inc. is neutral.
Filing Type Overview
Chefs' Warehouse, Inc. (CHEF) has filed 6 10-Q, 14 8-K, 2 DEF 14A, 2 10-K, 4 SC 13G/A with the SEC between Jan 2024 to Oct 2025.
Filings by Year
Recent SEC Filings (28)
Risk Profile
Risk Assessment: Of CHEF's 24 recent filings, 0 were flagged as high-risk, 14 as medium-risk, and 10 as low-risk. The overall risk profile suggests moderate risk with a balanced mix of positive and cautionary disclosures.
Financial Highlights
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Revenue | $3,006,973 |
| Net Income | $50,677 |
| EPS | $1.18 |
| Debt-to-Equity | 2.32 |
| Cash Position | $65,061 |
| Operating Margin | 3.39% |
| Total Assets | $1,916,036 |
| Total Debt | $733,361 |
Key Executives
- John F. Donahue
- Christopher J. Galgano
- John E. D. Oldfield
Industry Context
The foodservice distribution industry is characterized by intense competition, driven by factors such as price, product availability, and service quality. Chefs' Warehouse operates in a segment that requires efficient logistics and strong relationships with both suppliers and a diverse customer base, including restaurants and culinary professionals. Trends such as increasing demand for specialty and premium ingredients, as well as a focus on supply chain transparency, are shaping the competitive landscape.
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Key Numbers
| Metric | Value | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Net Sales (Thirteen Weeks) | $1.02B | Increased 9.6% from $931.5M in Q3 2024 |
| Net Income (Thirteen Weeks) | $19.1M | Increased 35.8% from $14.1M in Q3 2024 |
| Net Sales (Thirty-Nine Weeks) | $3.01B | Increased 8.9% from $2.76B in YTD 2024 |
| Net Income (Thirty-Nine Weeks) | $50.7M | Increased 60.6% from $31.6M in YTD 2024 |
| Diluted EPS (Thirteen Weeks) | $0.44 | Increased from $0.34 in Q3 2024 |
| Diluted EPS (Thirty-Nine Weeks) | $1.18 | Increased from $0.77 in YTD 2024 |
| Cash and Cash Equivalents | $65.1M | Decreased from $114.7M at Dec 2024 |
| Long-term Debt | $711.7M | Increased from $688.7M at Dec 2024 |
| Inventories | $385.4M | Increased from $316.0M at Dec 2024 |
| Capital Expenditures | $33.3M | For the thirty-nine weeks ended September 26, 2025 |
| Q2 2025 Revenue | $750.3M | Increased from $710.5M in Q2 2024, showing 5.6% growth. |
| Q2 2025 Net Income | $28.1M | Up from $22.5M in Q2 2024, a 24.9% increase. |
| Total Assets | $2.1B | As of June 27, 2025, up from $2.0B at December 27, 2024. |
| Retained Earnings | $350.2M | As of June 27, 2025, reflecting strong earnings retention. |
| Revenue Growth | 5.6% | Year-over-year increase from Q2 2024 to Q2 2025. |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the latest SEC filings for Chefs' Warehouse, Inc. (CHEF)?
Chefs' Warehouse, Inc. has 28 recent SEC filings from Jan 2024 to Oct 2025, including 14 8-K, 6 10-Q, 4 SC 13G/A. Each filing includes an AI-generated plain-English summary.
What is the overall sentiment of CHEF filings?
Across 28 filings, the sentiment breakdown is: 2 bullish, 26 neutral. The dominant sentiment is neutral.
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What are the key financial highlights for Chefs' Warehouse, Inc.?
Key financial highlights from Chefs' Warehouse, Inc.'s most recent 10-Q include metrics such as revenue, net income, EPS, and debt ratios. Visit the filing detail page for the full breakdown.
What is the investment thesis for CHEF?
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Who are the key executives at Chefs' Warehouse, Inc.?
Key executives identified across Chefs' Warehouse, Inc.'s filings include John F. Donahue, Christopher J. Galgano, John E. D. Oldfield.
What are the main risk factors for Chefs' Warehouse, Inc. stock?
Of CHEF's 24 assessed filings, 0 were flagged high-risk, 14 medium-risk, and 10 low-risk.
What are recent predictions and forward guidance from Chefs' Warehouse, Inc.?
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