Gold Chef Services

The Certo Group - L.A. Story is an interesting microcosm of "The American Dream." From humble beginnings more than 30 years ago, this once local food and vending company adopted a name change and management style that in 1991 took the industry by surprise. The original company started as a vending business in 1967. In 1991 the company teamed up wit... h Dominic Certo, a former professional athlete and coach. Certo, once a marketing executive with ARA and The Wood Company, had also written books and hosted seminars to business leaders throughout the country. Eventually Certo acquired sole ownership of what now is known as The Certo Group and L.A. Food Services. The new marketing style, married to a strong commitment of customer service with high marketing ideals, motored L.A. to remarkable growth. From just a million dollar in sales in 1991, it leaped to over 12 million dollars in 1994. L.A. acquired several top national corporations in the management of their dining and vending services in seven states, while maintaining a high level of community involvement. That type of activity led to the company being named "Outstanding Vendor of the Year" in "The Vending Times" for two consecutive years, and winning accolades from The White House for their Presidential service. IN 2008 GOLD CHEF SERVICES, LLC ACQUIRED THE CERTO GROUP, LLC AND CONTINUES TO USE THE BRANDS SUCH AS L.A. CAF, THE BAGEL CLUB, L.A. FOOD SERVICES, AND CERTO FOODS. The Gold Chef Services Staff from left to right: Dominic Certo, CEO & Chairman; Rick Vero, VP; Bruce Slaff, VP Sales; John Lepore, COO; Frank Zito, DM; Jeri Delfino, VP/DM; Brandee Murray, A/P; Mario Marchetti, Dir. of Finance Loretta Emanuele, Controller and Kristin Collins, H/R. Dominic Certo, President, COO& Chairman and a colleague in the early days of Gold Chef Services.Read More