Sue H.’s Taco Bell career started in 1981. We celebrate her more than four decades of service!  “I love the company. I really do.” -Susan H., Taco Bell Shift Manager Throughout the years, Sue has worked at seven Taco Bell locations and played a key role in opening several of our South Jersey restaurants. She […]

Restaurant Training Manager (RTM) Destiny G. says she’s transitioned away from Summerwood twice. First, to attend college; a few years later, because she thought she’d like to work somewhere else. But somehow, Destiny always finds her way back to tacos! “The future is limitless …” -Destiny G., RTM “I originally wanted to be a teacher,” […]

For Felecia M., Taco Bell has been more than a place to work. It’s been the backdrop for a 26-year career filled with growth, meaningful connections and plenty of memorable moments. She even met her wife, Attice, on the job! Felecia’s Taco Bell journey began at 16, when she walked into a restaurant because it […]

Heather S. is an Area Coach (AC) who joined us back when Summerwood acquired the franchisee she worked for. That was almost a decade ago! “Summerwood did a really great job onboarding us, welcoming us into the family,” Heather says in reflection. “When I would go to meetings there would be certain people that would […]

When Mowie M. walked into a Taco Bell as a 17-year-old looking for his first job, he was curious to see what the quick-service world was really like. What started as a chance to try something new quickly became something much bigger: a place where he discovered his passion for the work, built confidence and […]

For Restaurant General Manager (RGM) Upen P. his team and accomplishments at our Edgewood, MD Taco Bell are an enormous source of pride, but nothing compares to the swell of emotions he felt over the summer when he finally reunited with his father, wife and daughter after nearly a decade apart. As a family owned […]

Ready to finish the year strong? Whether you’re anxious to take the next step in your career or are just looking to satisfy a desire to learn, Summerwood Academy is your best bet! At Summerwood Academy, our focus areas are leadership, life skills and restaurant operations. Launched in 2025, our best-in-class academy aims to grow […]

Kacie M. ended up at our Parkesburg, PA Taco Bell because she was tired of her work environment and just needed a change of scenery. And then she fell in love with the whole setup — the food, the people, the atmosphere, the extra cash for shopping! When Kacie accepted a crew member position with […]

For DJ B., a career change was about finding something new while still doing what he loves most: connecting with people. After 10 years as a hairstylist, DJ was ready for a fresh start and found the perfect fit at Summerwood! “I think I just needed something new in my life,” DJ says. “It was […]

At Summerwood, we believe education can open doors to new opportunities and help our team members reach their goals. That’s why we’re proud to continue the legacy of the John A. Nasuti Scholarship, awarding a total of $50,000 to 25 deserving team members this year. The John A. Nasuti Scholarship honors the father of our […]