Category: People
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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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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,
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Meet Market Training Manager Anthony Damato!
We’re catching up with rising star Anthony Damato, a Market Training Manager (MTM) at Desert de Oro Foods (DDO) who had the honor of attending our first ever Estrellas de Oro reward trip to Los Cabos, Mexico! Anthony joined DDO Taco Bell as a 16-year-old kid looking to earn some gas money. “Here I am
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Celebrating Jonathan Wheeler’s Promotion to AC!
Please join us in celebrating Jonathan Wheeler, who was recently promoted to Area Coach (AC) for Area 39! Jonathan has been with Desert de Oro for four months, but he brings 14 years of Taco Bell experience to the job. He previously worked as a Restaurant General Manager (RGM) before stepping in the AC position.
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Meet Bianca Sandoval-Nagy: An Area Coach on the Move!
Bianca Sandoval-Nagy is an Area Coach (AC) for Area 41 at Desert de Oro Foods (DDO) and oversees three Taco Bell locations in San Antonio, TX. She’s stayed busy during the four years she’s been with us! Bianca started as a Restaurant General Manager (RGM) before being promoted to Restaurant Training Coach (RTC). As an
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Bryce Carroll Promoted to Regional Training Coach!
Congratulations are in order for Bryce Carroll, who was recently promoted to Regional Training Coach (RTC) of Region 5! We caught up with Bryce to learn more about his DDO journey. DDO: Which side of the business do you currently work for? Bryce: The Taco Bell side of the business. DDO: How many years have
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Area Coach Laura Quintero is a Proud Wallie Award Winner
Desert de Oro Foods (DDO) is celebrating the career of our first ever recipient of the Wallie Jaso Growing People Award: Laura Quintero! Laura joined us in March 2015 as a Shift Lead, and has been part of the DDO fold for over nine years. In those nine years, Laura has held a variety of
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Area Coach Matt Pires: Forging a Bright Future Through the Fire
Matt Pires is the Taco Bell Area Coach of Area 94 for Desert de Oro Foods (DDO), known for his ambition and passion for the business. We recently sat down with Matt to learn the “why” behind that drive. Today, Matt can be described as a true gem, but this hardworking self-starter had a rocky