Meet our Executive Chef, Jesse Burnham

Chef Jesse joined our company to lead the culinary teams at the Altland House in Abbottstown and at Highland Taps & Tables, our newest restaurant, in Hanover, PA.  He lends his culinary talents to expand and continually improve our current offerings at both locations.  His culinary flair aims to provide the ultimate experience for our guests.   

 

He was born in York, PA and is a graduate of William Penn High School.  He graduated from the Culinary Program at Pennsylvania School of Technology and immediately began sharpening his skills at the Outdoor Country Club as their Executive Sous Chef.  From there, Chef Jesse became a Catering and Personal Chef creating signature dishes for numerous high-ranking PA and DC politicians and business leaders.  Throughout his career, he has worked at numerous upscale restaurants and catering venues continuing to enhance his culinary skills. 

 

Chef Jesse is not only passionate about creating masterpieces in the kitchen, but also enjoys finding ways to give back to his community.  He has been a foster parent for over 20 years, achieving the PA State Foster Parent of the Year award in 2016.  As a long-time youth mentor, he has dedicated many years to coaching youth sports.  In his free time, he loves spending time with his family. 

 

Stop in at the Altland House in Abbottstown or Highland Taps & Tables in Hanover to sample some of Chef Jesse’s inspired dishes and help us welcome him!   

 

 Chef Jesse’s creativity, along with the planning of our dedicated sales managers, will ensure a flawless execution to your next celebration. 

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