message from joe lorenzo, president & CEO

Welcome and thank you for visiting our website.

My name is Joe Lorenzo, and I am the President and CEO of York Street Market. If it were not for the talented people with whom I have had the good fortune to collaborate, it would be hard for me to believe that what started out as a meat and cheese distribution route and later became a storefront sandwich shop is now a leading provider of food-service solutions throughout much of the U.S. A team of professionals open to learning and eager to grow encouraged York Street Market to evolve by identifying and adapting to the unique needs of our customers. Thanks to them, York Street Market is now an industry leader celebrated for easing partner labor concerns, ensuring product consistency, and meeting the demand for safe, high-quality food.  

Thank you for taking the time to learn more about York Street Market. I appreciate your support and welcome your inquiries. Whether you’re an employee or a partner, my door is always open.  

Joe Lorenzo
President & CEO

Meet the Team

  • CEO & President

  • “My door is always open.”

    From a college kid running his father’s business to the CEO of a leading food service provider, Joe has dedicated over 40 years to developing products, perfecting systems, and building partnerships in an industry that seems to him more like a family.

    A graduate of Seton Hall University and winner of the 2019 New Jersey Entrepreneur of the Year Award, Joe sees York Street Market as his canvas for creating the best products and services for the greatest customers in the country.

  • Vice President

  • “Our Father instilled in us the importance of ‘service, service, and service.’”

    A veteran expert in the food service industry, John has spent much of his tenure in this role keeping YSM ahead of the curve, on trend, and in compliance with the highest standards of quality and safety.

    John graduated from Saint Peter’s University with a degree in business management and holds the following certifications and qualifications: SQF Practitioner, PCQI (Preventative Control Qualified Individual), HACCP Certified, FSPCA Preventative Controls for Human Food.

  • Chief Operating Officer

  • “I love working within a strong family organization that cares about the past just as much as the future.”

    From Disney to SBE, Dan comes from a long history of building successful teams aligned with strategic goals. He met Joe and John through his work as the culinary leader for OTG Management, where he developed durable operational processes that emphasized unity and structure.

    Whether launching a new business or resurrecting an old one, Dan draws on his years of industry experience to develop succesful programs grounded in strong operational practices.

  • Director of Business Development

  • “A fortunate turn of events led me to York Street where I have been given the opportunity to grow both personally and professionally.”

    Nicole draws on her years of experience to build and maintain client relationships and programs. Introduced to the food service industry at the company’s infancy, Nicole’s 13+ year career extends across business development, business strategies, and client relations.

    With a deep knowledge of the business and a genuine understanding of client and customer needs, Nicole guides clients through company services to create successful food service programs.

  • Chief Financial Officer

  • “York Street Market is always about the people—the people working inside and the people consuming our products. This is what makes what we do so special.”

    Jane is responsible for the company’s financial functions. Her career spans over 15 years of varied experiences in financial management and corporate strategy, with a focus on managing complex hospitality operations. From Van Gogh Immersive to The Governors Ball Music Festival, Jane has collaborated throughout her career to help bring to life multiple wide-reaching projects.

    Jane enjoys the arts and philanthropic work and is looking forward to attending law school.