Author: grapevyne
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Israel Moya: Training Leader with Renaissance Spirit
Israel “Izzy” Moya is a Restaurant Training Leader (RTL) with Desert de Oro Foods Taco Bell in San Antonio, TX and is described as someone with a renaissance spirit. Not one to be content sitting on the sidelines while life passes him by, Izzy is all about experiencing things to the fullest. Which, most recently,
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Meet this Year’s Estrellas de Oro Winners!
We’re celebrating the stars of Desert de Oro Foods (DDO) — this year’s Estrellas de Oro (gold stars) award winners! Last year’s inaugural reward trip was so much fun, we decided to make it an annual occurrence! DDO’s top ranking 15% of Taco Bell and KFC Above Restaurant Leaders (ARLs) will be handsomely rewarded for
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“Pizza Man”: Meet Regional Director Nate Sleeper
Nate Sleeper is Regional Director of 31 of our Pizza Hut locations in Arizona, but his journey with the QSR brand began in the much colder locale of Michigan, where he grew up. Nate moved to Arizona in his 20s, working for a number of different retailers before returning to the Pizza Hut fold. Today,
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DDO Taco Bells & Leaders are Award-Winning!
At Desert de Oro Foods (DDO), we’re passionate about providing guests with an exceptional experience. That’s why we’re elated to share news about our latest achievements on the Taco Bell side of the business, just one of our famous brands. The following DDO Taco Bells have been recognized as Signature Restaurants, the highest achievement within
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Voice AI in the Drive-Thru
When a handful of Desert de Oro (DDO) Taco Bell locations began testing Voice AI ordering, the teams behind the pilot had two main questions: which restaurants would be a good fit, and would it truly improve day-to-day operations? According to Jeff Torres, DDO’s Regional Director for Western Arizona and California, selecting the right stores
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Josie Perez on Development, Growth
This is Josie Perez, a passionate and eager-to-help leader. What started out as a first job at KFC has grown into a phenomenal career! She now holds the position of Area 30 Area Coach, overseeing our San Antonio, TX market, and has been part of the Desert de Oro Foods (DDO) family since we acquired
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Reflecting on Success: DDO’s Top 10 Stories of the Year
As we close out another dynamic year, it’s time to look back at some of the most inspiring stories and updates that caught our readers’ attention. From acts of community support to remarkable promotions and milestones, these blog posts highlight what makes DDO such a vibrant place to work and grow. Counting down from #10
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Alondra Ceja’s Journey at Desert de Oro
When Alondra Ceja first considered joining Desert de Oro Foods (DDO), it wasn’t just a career move — it was a decision influenced by years of observing a company that genuinely cared for its people. Her boyfriend Jonathan had worked for DDO for nearly a decade, rising through the ranks thanks to supportive leadership and
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Getting to Know Marketing Specialist Anthony Copeland
We’re shining a spotlight on Marketing Specialist Anthony Copeland, who’s been with Desert de Oro Foods (DDO) for just over a year. He was referred to us for the position by Beth Vanderheyden, Regional Marketing Director, who worked with Anthony a few years prior at another establishment. Anthony started his quick service career at Pizza
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Rally Winners 2024!
At Desert de Oro Foods (DDO), we work hard to foster a culture of integrity, passion and commitment. We’re passionate about creating a fantastic experience for both our guests and team members. And we’re committed to excellence in leadership development, managerial proficiency and operational excellence. We’re incredibly proud of our company culture and leadership focus,