Blog

• Recognition Form

Dustin Thornton

Dustin creates an amazing workplace for the team. He takes care of everyone and helps them in any way he can. The team knows he is a great support system. He values every human being that works in this restaurant and sees them as family. Dustin, thank you for creating a great workplace culture and being everyone’s work Dad! Recognizing Additional Info: Job Title: assistant general manager Store #: 36354…

• Operations

AN INTERVIEW WITH VINCE BOSSCHER, COO

We recently sat down with Vince Bosscher, Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Border Foods, to discuss his reflections on his first year in the role, the challenges he has faced, and his vision for the company’s future. Building a Strong Leadership Team Looking back on his first year as COO, Vince highlights the accomplishment of assembling a robust above-store leadership team. “We promoted two new Directors, two Region Coaches, and…

HOLE-Y MOLY! $130K RAISED AT GOLF FUNDRAISER!

Border Foods’ annual golf fundraiser, Swinging for Scholarships, was yet another big hit! Celebrating its second year, the charity event played host to almost 30 foursomes at Bunker Hills Golf Club while raising more than $130,000 for the company’s educational scholarships. Border Foods’ has two scholarship opportunities available to team members, the Border Foods and Carol Williams’ scholarships. This event gives a serious boost to the funding! Swinging for Scholarships…

• Team Member Spotlight

From Homelessness to Hope: Courtney’s Inspiring Journey

In life, the path to success is rarely a straight line. For Courtney Schuneman, a Shift Lead at Taco Bell, the journey has been one filled with challenges, resilience, and a drive to succeed. Her story is a testament to the power of perseverance, support, and finding a company that values growth and second chances. Courtney’s Border Foods story began during one of the most challenging times of her life.…

• Team Member Spotlight

AGM SARA CASTELLANOS FINDS HER PASSION AT TACO BELL

Assistant General Manager (AGM) Sara Castellanos has worked at our Apple Valley, MN Taco Bell for nearly 19 years. She was on a job hunt when she discovered our opening, and was hired the same day she applied! “And here I am! Still working at Apple Valley,” she says.  As you might imagine, there’ve been a lot of changes during the course of Sara’s impressive tenure — the addition of…

• Team Member Spotlight

TACO BELL TREATS TAMERA BIG TIME!

It all starts with a quick and easy Live Más Scholarship video application. Believe in yourself and good things are sure to come your way! For Team Trainer Tamera Afraid of Lightening, this year not only marked receipt of her first Taco Bell Foundation Live Más $5,000 scholarship, but it led to another unexpected opportunity — an all-expenses paid trip to San Diego, CA for networking and personal growth! Bonus:…

• Giving

HOLE-Y MOLY! $130K RAISED AT GOLF FUNDRAISER!

Border Foods’ annual golf fundraiser, Swinging for Scholarships, was yet another big hit! Celebrating its second year, the charity event played host to almost 30 foursomes at Bunker Hills Golf Club while raising more than $130,000 for the company’s educational scholarships. Border Foods’ has two scholarship opportunities available to team members, the Border Foods and Carol Williams’ scholarships. This event gives a serious boost to the funding! Swinging for Scholarships…

• Operations

Building Success from the Ground Up

In the fast-paced world of quick-service restaurants, success hinges on more than just serving great food; it’s about creating a seamless, efficient, and welcoming environment. For Kelly Vik, the Restaurant General Manager (RGM) at the new Lakeville Theater Taco Bell in Lakeville, MN, this journey has been both a challenge and a rewarding experience.  Kelly entered Border Foods with fresh eyes and a wealth of experience from the restaurant and…

• Recognition

ARIANA: A BORDER FOODS SCHOLARSHIP SUCCESS STORY

Meet Ariana Abad Romero, a Shift Lead at our Ulysses Taco Bell who not only manages shifts but also dreams big. Ariana is the recipient of the Border Foods Scholarship, and says the money will have a huge impact on her financially.  For Ari, working at Taco Bell isn’t just about punching the clock. “My favorite part of the job is definitely interacting with my coworkers,” she says. Ari’s team…

• Recognition

MARIAM WINS BIG AT BORDER FOODS

“I gave it a shot and here we are!” Here is Mariam Abdalla, a Food Service Champion at Border Foods’ Woodbury, MN Taco Bell, who was recently surprised with a Carol Williams Scholarship (for the second time.). Despite being a previous scholarship recipient, Mariam did not see this award coming! “It opens up so many opportunities and I’m just so grateful,” Mariam shares. Mariam has big dreams and her recent…