181 Virginia Ave, Lexington, KY
Our Philosophy
You take what the market gives you and you just keep rolling,” Bill Clem said. “We’ve stuck with refrigerated foods because it’s what we’re good at. … We’re brown tablecloth, not white tablecloth.”
Much of our ability to pivot quicky to meet clients’ needs comes from our ability to stay flexible. For over 50 years the Clems team has listened to our customers, communicated honestly and relentlessly worked for you, our cherished partners.
Thank you for your business and friendship.
Our History
William and Helen Clem founded the company in 1965 as a meat processor and micro-distributorship.
While working full time at their day jobs, William and Helen processed and packaged beef cattle for area farmers for six cents per pound.
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For over 60 years Clem's has grown as a company and resource to the Kentucky food industry. Our growth continues based on the relationships with our customers and partners.
Our Customers
"He saved my life!"
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I can’t even tell you how big that was to take a truck out of their fleet for that long,” said Michel, co-owner and chef over the Ouita Michel Family of Restaurants.
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“Steve’s just that kind of guy, and I’ll never be able to repay him for that.
Ouita Michel, James Beard Award Winning KY Chef
Ouita Michel Restaurants
