HANOVER — E&S Foods, Inc. recently celebrated the opening of a new, state-of-the-art food distribution center in Whippany. The facility represents a significant expansion for the company, spanning 72,000 square feet and offering more than 3,000 products. E&S Food Inc. now serves 1,000 customers, supported by the dedicated efforts of over 50 employees.
This milestone marks a significant expansion in the operations and showcases the commitment to growth and innovation in the food industry.
E&S Food, Inc. was founded by Settimo Guttilla in 1980, starting from his car garage in Garfield. He initially delivered products throughout the New York metro market using his own car. Within a year, the business moved from the garage to its first warehouse in Lodi. Six years later, Settimo’s family, including his wife Antonina and sons Joe, Jerry, and Sandro, joined the company, marking a significant turning point. Settimo then launched a house brand named Antonina in honor of his wife. With the support of reputable vendors like Grande Cheese, Stanislaus Tomatoes, Barilla Pasta, and the original supplier, Orlando Foods, E&S began to thrive.
After years of dedication alongside his family, Settimo’s dream was realized: to construct a state-of-the-art food distribution center. E&S now holds exclusive distribution rights for Barilla Pasta in New Jersey and also distributes Grande Cheese and Stanislaus Foods, among a range of other food and non-food items under its private label, Antonina.
“This is a great hub for any company,” said Joe Guttilla, Chief Operating Officer of E&S, about the new Hanover location. The facility spans 15 acres and includes rail access.
