We’re proud to announce the first ever recipient of our Wallie Jaso Growing People Award: Laura Quintero! Laura is a Regional Training Leader (RTL) for Desert de Oro Foods’ (DDO) Region 6 in San Antonio, TX. She leads one of our high volume, high performing KFCs. DDO’s Wallie Jaso Award represents strength of character, care...Read More

Prescott Frontier Days just completed their 137th year of performing in Prescott, Arizona, continuing its status as the World’s Oldest Rodeo! This iconic event, held during the bustling Fourth of July week, is a cornerstone of Prescott’s summer calendar, driving economic prosperity throughout the county. Featuring a week-long extravaganza of world-class rodeo action and family-friendly...Read More

Magda Balbastro thought she was fine with her employment situation when she agreed to interview with Desert de Oro Foods (DDO) nine years ago. At the time, she’d already secured a manager position with another quick service restaurant (QSR) company. But, a peer insisted she take the interview. “I honestly wasn’t looking for a job,”...Read More

Summer is here, and with that comes a mix of events held throughout the country. Desert de Oro Foods is doing its part to be involved with its local communities, and has participated in numerous events to kick off the summer season. From Herriman, Utah, to Winslow, AZ, and beyond, we are here to show...Read More

Pizza Hut in Phoenix, Arizona hosted the state’s Pizza Hut Championships! Our contestants showed off their pizza-making prowess in a thrilling contest of speed, skill, and pizza knowledge. We want to give a big shoutout to our three fantastic finalists who represented Arizona’s 88 Pizza Hut restaurants. They gave it their all! Special congratulations to...Read More

DDO celebrated their top performers for 2023 with our inaugural Estrellas de Oro (Gold Stars) trip in Cabo Mexico! The top ranking 15% of Taco Bell and KFC RGM’s and Area Coaches of 2023 (along with a guest) were treated to a memorable 5-day and 4-night trip at the all-inclusive Hard Rock in Los Cabos,...Read More

Leaders from our Fork in the Road Restaurants were invited to attend the 2024 Bar and Restaurant Expo in Las Vegas, Nevada! The Expo was a perfect mix of learning and fun. The Team was able to attend a series of workshops and classes aimed at enhancing our knowledge of the restaurant industry, as well...Read More

Store #22456 has reopened in Phoenix, Arizona! We would like to thank Mark and Krystal for this beautiful remodel of the store. Thank you everyone that was a part of this successful opening!Read More

Murphy’s went green for St. Patrick’s Day as the official Pub Crawl kick off headquarters in Prescott, AZ! The team donned their holiday best and served up some delicious dishes for their guests. We appreciate everyone who came up to Prescott to help out. It was a great time!Read More

Taco Bell Store #29514 has officially reopened in Glendale, AZ! We would like to thank Mark and Krystal for this beautiful remodel of the store. Thank you to everyone that was a part of this successful opening!Read More