C&S Wholesale Grocers - Lathrop

Facility info

WAIT TIMES Expect 3–8 hours from dock assignment to completion. Frequently 2–4 hours just to get a door after check-in, then another 3–5 hours unloading. Appointments mean little—actual door times unpredictable. Some same-day service reported, but majority face significant delays. CHECK-IN & APPOINTMENTS Strict appointment-only facility. Park on right side of driveway, walk to guard shack to check in. Can check in up to 6 hours early; cannot arrive more than 1 hour late. Multiple check-in steps: guard shack, receiving clerk, then lumper services coordinator. Process adds time before dock assignment. UNLOADING Live unload with lumpers. Single-pallet-at-a-time pace common. Facility does labeling/shelving on driver time. Dock doors tightly spaced—careful backing required. STAFF ATTITUDE Highly inconsistent. Security gate staff often friendly; receiving/lumper personnel frequently rude, dismissive, combative, unprofessional. Multiple reports of disrespectful treatment for no apparent reason. OVERNIGHT PARKING Available. Designated truck parking area near guard shack. BATHROOMS Available, but only on one side of facility. SAFETY & DAMAGE Document trailer condition with photos before loading. Management denies damage claims without pre-delivery proof.