Category: Taco Bell
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RGM Trevon Wright is on the Right Track!
For Restaurant General Manager (RGM) Trevon Wright, the sky’s the limit! As RGM of our Taco Bell Cantina in Phoenix, AZ, Trevon’s Taco Bell journey began at just 16 years old in Dallas, TX. After relocating to Arizona in 2022, he joined the Desert de Oro Foods (DDO) family, earning his promotion to RGM in
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Troy VanWinkle Talks Mentorship & Motivation
When it comes to tacos, Area Coach (AC) Troy VanWinkle is a seasoned pro. Before joining Desert de Oro (DDO) almost five years ago, the father of three worked at another corporate taco chain for close to three decades! Troy has been an incredible addition to our team, and we couldn’t be more grateful for
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Leading with Attitude & Effort: Area Coach Lindsey Henry
There’s a special feeling you get when speaking with someone who’s been with Desert de Oro Foods (DDO) for a number of years. The dedication and loyalty is undeniable. That level of commitment is generated from a belief in the principles our mission statement fosters: to be the restaurants our guests desire and the company
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Bianca Sandoval on Simply Seeing What Happens
Bianca Sandoval’s stellar career with Desert de Oro Foods (DDO) began when she simply noticed a Taco Bell in her neighborhood. She didn’t know anything about DDO at the time, but decided to apply for a Restaurant General Manager (RGM) position and thought, let’s see what happens. Well, a career happened! Bianca officially joined the
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A Warm Welcome for Ymunie Webster
While Ymunie Webster is no stranger to Taco Bell, she’s still getting to know Desert de Oro Foods (DDO). The Food and Service Champion recently joined our Phoenix, AZ Taco Bell team — but was previously employed at a different Taco Bell in Dallas, TX. We sat down with Ymunie to learn more about her
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Meet Jenn Nolan: Leading with Heart & Purpose at Taco Bell
When you meet Jenn Nolan, the Restaurant General Manager (RGM) of our North Dartmouth, MA Taco Bell, it’s impossible not to be drawn in by her energy. Jenn’s big personality, infectious sense of humor and genuine care for others set the tone for everything she does — both inside and outside the restaurant. Jenn embodies
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Written in the Stars: Candice White & DDO
Although she only started with us in January, Candice White has already made a big impact here at Desert de Oro Foods (DDO). As a Food Service Champion, she’s committed to helping make the 43rd and Olive Taco Bell the best it can possibly be. Each work day, Candice leads the drive-thru, makes delicious food
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Freddie Lopez Finds Comfort at DDO
As a Cleaning Captain for Desert de Oro Foods’ (DDO) Taco Bell in Glendale, AZ, Freddie Lopez is well versed in hard work and career longevity. He’s been working in some capacity since he was 13 years old, where he was born and raised on the west side of Phoenix. Passion for the Work Freddie’s
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Isis Beavers: Food Champion of the People
It’s safe to say nostalgia played a big role in prompting Isis Beavers to apply for a job at Desert de Oro Foods (DDO). “Taco Bell was a big part of my childhood,” she shares. Isis has been in the Food Champion role at one of our Taco Bells for about a year, and only
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Area Coach Angie Peterson Reflects on Success
Angie Peterson has a spice for life — in fact, the Spice Girls are her hype music of choice! As an Area Coach (AC) with Desert de Oro Foods (DDO) in Utah, Angie oversees five Taco Bell restaurants. She began her career journey with Taco Bell in 2006 as a team member and quickly moved