Jordan’s Take: Tuition-Free College Is Yours!
Jordan C., Shift Leader at our KFC in Ewing, NJ recently took advantage of KFC Foundation’s generous tuition-free college benefit through the accredited online-only Western Governors University (WGU). Jordan, 20, just kicked off a new chapter in May after first trying a local community college. Get a degree for FREE at WGU! “It is a […]
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Region Coach Bryon Finds Value On And Off The Field
At Summerwood, we appreciate volunteerism year–round, and we’re pleased to be able to celebrate it during Volunteer Month. Today we are shining the spotlight on Bryon, a Region Coach who does a fair amount of coaching outside of work as well! “A good coach can change a game. A great coach can change a life.” […]
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Dezerai: Exeter’s Ambassador for Good
Dezerai A. is the Associate Restaurant Manager of Summerwood’s only KFC/Taco Bell in Pennsylvania on Perkiomen Avenue in Exeter. She doubles as the location’s KFC Foundation “ambassador,” a role she views as equally important. According to Dezerai, each KFC location throughout the U.S. selects its own ambassador. In Dezerai’s case, she approached her manager a […]
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Summerwood Team gives back during National Volunteer Month
We are so proud of our Summerwood team and the different ways that they give back to their communities. During National Volunteer Month, we wanted to share some of their inspiring stories. Here, Stacey M, who works for our support team, shares about her experiences. Thank you for sharing and for all you do, Stacey! […]
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Taco Bell Manager Becky Saves a Life in the Drive-Thru
Summerwood Taco Bell employees are trained for a lot of on-the-job scenarios, but nothing quite like what took place at our Richboro, PA Taco Bell on a recent Saturday. Something so unusual, it garnered national media attention! Check out ABC News’ coverage of Becky’s heroic story for additional details. FAST THINKING IN THE DRIVE-THRU Richboro […]
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Celebrating Summerwood 2024 Live Más Winners!
In 2024, the Taco Bell Foundation will award $10 million in Live Más Scholarships, including more than $2 million to Taco Bell restaurant employees, thanks to generous donations from Taco Bell owners. Live Más is a passion-based scholarship program dedicated to students pursuing higher education, preparing for the workforce, or working toward change in their […]
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In Her Own Words: Destiny Celebrates Nine Years!
Destiny is no stranger to Summerwood fame. She was previously featured on the blog highlighting the experience of working with her best friend at our at our Deptford, NJ Taco Bell. “Taco Bell has made me into the person I truly wanted to be.” -Destiny, General Manager And who can forget her Taco Bell–themed maternity […]
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Summerwood’s Best of the Best Winners Revealed!
Reward trips are just one way we show our people that we notice their hard work and dedication. We’re thrilled to share Summerwood’s Best of the Best winners for 2023! Congratulations to the following Summerwood restaurants and incredible RGMs: Top Nine RGMs Our top nine Restaurant General Managers (RGM) will receive a destination trip […]
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2023 President’s Award Winners
Summerwood’s President’s Award, could also be known as the “hero award” according to Summerwood President, Matthew D. Recipients of this prestigious honor have dramatically transformed operations for their restaurant locations. Congratulations to the 2023 winners! President’s Award Vincent C, Restaurant General Manager Courtney M, Restaurant General Manager
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COO Vision Award Winners
“This is the highest honor I can give out in my role as COO.” – Bret B, COO Summerwood’s Chief Operating Officer Vision Award is centered around how the winners serve other people. The recipients of this award develop and help others grow with a focus on serving leadership. We offer a huge congratulations to […]
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