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Entire Whitney way team
New to the company Whitney way became my training store. From day 1 the entire team from employee to RGM greeted me as a long time member of border foods. They made me laugh, taught me how to handle anything that may come my way and they became my friends and extended family. They are loud and energetic. They made me want to go into work everyday because it was…
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Hailey Jones
Hailey makes every shift so fun! I’m a mid shift person generally and Hailey is an opening manager so when I first started opening I was pretty clueless, but she patiently has taught me enough to feel confident when opening. She’s also just such a cool person and so fun to work with! Hailey, we appreciate you at Northland so much! Recognizing Additional Info: Job Title: shift lead Store #:…
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Lily Harry
Lily is a very smart girl that is constantly seeking challenges and growth when it comes to her development. She has a strong commitment to our store and the quality of the customers experience. She works super hard and it does not go unnoticed!!! Recognizing Additional Info: Job Title: shift lead Store #: 016998 City: Elk River State: mnValue:excellenceSubmitted By Additional Info:Job Title: assistant general manager Store #: 016998 City:…
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Jasper Nygaard
Jasper leads the family core value in so many ways. He’s always willing to cover shifts, even if it’s only an hour, and never complains about difficult or stressful work. Just last week, he came in for me and worked graciously with the team to handle six party packs without complaint. Jasper drives from a neighboring town to work with us and will work unusual hours if we need him,…
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Edgar Rivera
Mr. Edgar works as a team and generates trust in the team and accepts mistakes and assumes responsibility. I congratulate him for being a good employee. Recognizing Additional Info: Job Title: team member Store #: 002365 City: Minneapolis State: mnValue:teamworkSubmitted By Additional Info:Job Title: general manager Store #: 002365 City: Minneapolis State: mn
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RGM Skyla Has the Best Time at BOTB
Border Foods’ Best of the Best 2024 reward trip represented a series of “firsts” for Restaurant General Manager (RGM) Skyla Behm: It was the first time she’s been to Mexico AND the first time leaving her 10 month-old baby girl. Skyla admits it was a challenge to leave the baby. Good thing she’s always up for a challenge! Per Skyla’s own admission, the Rice Street Taco Bell location she manages…
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ED HESKETT RETIRES AFTER 50 YEARS IN QSR INDUSTRY
Ed Heskett has been our Loss Prevention Manager since May 2012, but to many, he’s “Mr. Ed” and so much more. As Ed prepares for retirement and handing the reigns over to Area Coach Logan Alderson, he remains revered for being a wonderful listener, friend and conversationalist, and a humble and trustworthy leader. “Ed is what I like to call a ‘Border Foods soldier,’” company President Aaron Engler says. “He’s…
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TESTING IN PROGRESS: NOT ALL SHELVING CREATED EQUAL!
When it comes to making lives better at Border Foods, there’s usually plenty to taco ‘bout! One place we review with laser focus is the “back of house” or kitchen area. Behind-the-scenes updates can go a long way for comfort, ease, convenience and efficiency. And that’s what we want for our people! Enter … Border Foods’ first installation of rolling rack shelving on a track. Simply investing in better layout…
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Brandon’s Best of the Best Year Begins
Manager Brandon Wagner’s year is off to a pretty saucy start. Fresh off the plane from Cancún, Mexico (our treat!), Brandon has been flying high in recent months with extra attention and recognition from within the company. Brandon is Border Foods’ GM of the Year, which earned him a coveted spot in Cancún for our annual all expenses paid “Best of the Best” (BOTB) reward trip. Part of his recent…
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Live Más 2024 Scholarship Winners!
It’s everyone’s favorite season! Live Más Scholarship winner announcements! And Border Foods is proud to reveal 13 winners from our very own Taco Bell restaurants. This is no ordinary scholarship, Live Más is a passion–based opportunity that allows recipients to make their dreams come true and, in the process, make the world around them a little better, too. Per Taco Bell requirements, applicants share their education plan and how it…
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