Founded in 1897, Gordon Food Service is one of the largest family-owned and managed foodservice distributors in North America. It offers a range of products, including dairy and frozen foods, meats, pork, poultry, baking items, canned goods, paper products, party decorations, janitorial supplies and light cooking equipment. The company specializes in more than 15,000 nationally branded and exclusive products and serves over 45,000 customers. Its clients include restaurants, hotels, colleges, universities, hospitals and nursing homes. Gordon Food Service operates nearly 125 retail stores. The company also assists customers in planning special occasions, including home parties and office picnics. Headquartered in Grand Rapids, Mich., Gordon Food Service maintains a location in Shepherdsville, Ky.