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Live Más Scholarship Opens Early for Team Members
At Border Foods, we believe in supporting our team members both inside and outside of the restaurant. That’s why we’re excited to announce— for the first time ever — the Taco Bell Foundation’s Live Más Scholarship applications opened early on October 1st exclusively for team members.This scholarship is designed for innovators, dreamers, and those who are passionate about making a difference in their lives and communities through education. Whether you’re…
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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…
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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…
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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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REMODELING SEASON REVS UP
Spring has barely sprung and we’ve already completed four of our 2024 Taco Bell remodels! One recently completed project in Holland, MI is holding our attention. Located on South Washington, it’s a midterm remodel (occurs every 10 or 12 and a half years) with updated exteriors, digital drive-thru menus, new décor and updated LED lighting. Eighty percent of Border Foods’ 2024 remodels through June are midterm. What makes this revamped…
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ALWAYS A BLAST AT BORDER’S BOTB!
Many of our top performers are sun-kissed, having just returned from Border Foods’ company-sponsored “Best of the Best” (BOTB) rewards trip in Cancún, Mexico. Bringing the best of Border and the ‘Bell straight to the beach! To snag a seat at BOTB is a big deal around here. The majority of this year’s trip winners represent the top 20% of our 250-plus Taco Bells. And as many will tell…
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Now Serving: Border Foods’ Taco Bell in Wyoming, MI!
Growth continues to be the name of the game for Border Foods. We recently celebrated the grand opening of our Taco Bell restaurant at Clyde Park Ave in Wyoming, MI! This location marks store No. 4 for Border Foods in the area. This newest restaurant is located near the intersection of Clyde Park Avenue and 54th Street, just off the extremely busy U.S. 131. Most notably, the area is also…
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WHAT’S NEW: CENTERVILLE TAKES CENTER STAGE IN WHITE BEAR LAKE
You can’t stop a good thing! And we think bringing more Taco Bells to taco-lovin’ Minnesota is a delectable idea! One of our newest locations is in St. Paul suburb White Bear Lake at 4600 Centerville Road. It opened in early October 2023 and has been a great addition to our Twin Cities metro operations. Management of the new White Bear Lake Taco Bell includes Region Coach Nathan Besler,…
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- Recognition
Video Tribute: The Late Great Carol Ann Inspires Annspire
A beautiful legacy lives on … Border Foods’ own Carol Williams, who passed away in 2018, continues to leave her wonderful mark in this world. In life, it seemed her impact was felt most “at home,” within our company’s restaurants and ranks. She is said to have played a big part in building our family culture, inspiring the creation of the Carol Williams Scholarship Program, the Heart of Border Foods…
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Life is Better with Live Más: Apply Now!
The 2023-2024 application window is now open for Taco Bell Foundation’s generous Live Más Scholarships. The Foundation will award $10 million this year, so c’mon, get yourself in the running! Our company has celebrated many deserving scholarship winners over the years. Check out the $125,000 in Live Más money that Borders’ own received this year! Quinn Ohlemacher-Lonetti from our Buffalo, MN location was a $5,500 winner. If you’ve got time,…
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