Warehouse Gourmet & Catering Co. was recently voted Entrepreneur of
The Year 2010 by The Hanover Area Chamber of Commerce.
The owners of Warehouse Gourmet were born and raised in Hanover, PA.
It is a family owned business. Melinda Bortner Stambaugh graduated from Cornell University's prestigious School
of Hotel Administration. She has been working in the restaurant industry from Hanover to NYC for the past 24 years. Keith
Stambaugh is a talented bread baker and internationally recognized fine artist.
Back in 2005, Melinda and Keith were the sole workers of the business.
Warehouse Gourmet has grown over the years and now has many more employees to help maintain the integrity of the food and
service. Lamar and Pat Bortner (Melinda's parents) have been helping for the past 5 years and have learned a great
deal about the restaurant business. Originally, Lamar helped cook but has become an integral part in running the business.
Pat has been taking phone orders and has recently become Catering Director. You will often see them helping in the dining
room and even making deliveries!
David Matthew Bortner (Melinda's cousin) has become the new Head Chef
since the bistro opened. His creative entrees have added a wonderful dimension to the already exceptional menu.
Amber Toot (a family friend) has become the New Head Pastry Chef. Her delicious desserts add the perfect finishing touch
to the meal. You will also see her helping in the dining room!
The kitchen staff and dining
room staff keeps growing. Melinda is steering the ship. And, Keith continues to bake the breads and is now brewing
Beer!
