HAMTRAMCK, MI — Metropolitan Baking Company is expanding its operations by adding 30,000-sq. ft. to its 20-acre property.
Operations for the company began in 1945 in two homes with a garage. The additions to the facility will also include 25 more employees.
“Every day we work is another opportunity for our team to contribute to the growth of the company and of our commitment to Hamtramck and to Detroit,” said George Kordas, president of Metropolitan Baking Company. “We continue to take pride in being a Hamtramck/Detroit original, distributing our products across the state and all over the country.”
Driven by increased sales opportunities, Metropolitan’s expansion will include new state-of-the-art bun and roll lines. This will add 30 – 40% capacity and will fully utilize the recently expanded shipping docks, refrigeration and freezer capabilities.
The company declined a potential grant for the project from the Michigan Agriculture Commission and did not pursue other grant opportunities.
“My father and I didn’t think requesting a tax abatement or a tax freeze from the city, which has been a financially distressed city but is now on the rise, was the right thing to do,” Kordas said. “Our view is that a financially stable city can do more for its people and infrastructure, better schools and improved public safety. Hamtramck has been good to us, it’s a wonderful city, and the last thing we want to do is slow down progress. Instead, we want to grow opportunities and take our Detroit pride to customers across the country.”
