What Happened?
Cheyenne, WY- based Taco John's has Promoted Stephanie Gooden as Vice President of Human Resources
About the Company
Starting as a small taco stand in Cheyenne, WY back in 1968, our one-of-a-kind tacos and other bold flavors were an instant hit in the community. Two local businessmen wanted to share these unique flavors with the world. So, they purchased the franchise rights in 1969 and named the restaurant after the man who started it all – John. Ever since that very first taco stand, Taco John`s has been all about bringing the flavor. From handmade salsas and classic Crispy Tacos with freshly-made shells to our signature Potato Olés®, we know how to Olé The Day. From there, Taco John`s restaurants began popping up across the Midwest, evolving to include drive-thrus and interior seating to bring you the unique flavors that made Taco John`s famous. Our menu evolved to include bold originals like Potato Olés, Meat and Potato Burritos, and our holiday specialty: Nachos Navidad®. Ever hear of Taco Tuesday®? We started it! We even trademarked it. That`s how seriously we take tacos. Today, Taco John`s operates and franchises nearly 400 restaurants in 23 states – making it one of the largest Mexican quick-service restaurant brands in America. We continue to grow across the country – but some things never change. Like our uncompromising standards of food quality, dedication to using real ingredients, signature bold flavors, and our commitment to Olé The Day!
About the Person
When Stephanie Gooden took her first job in human resources with Taco John’s she planned on working in the position for a while and then moving to something else. Twenty nine years later, Gooden is still on the job. She has steadily moved up the ranks at the Mexican fast food chain, most recently earning a promotion to Vice President for Human Resources at Taco John’s. In 1986, Gooden moved from Receptionist to Human Resources Assistant. Promotions to HR manager in 1997 and Director of Human Resources in 2010 followed. Gooden admits her climb up the corporate ladder hasn’t been fast, but she believes it ultimately makes her stronger in her new role as Vice President. Gooden is a graduate of Laramie County Community College. She’s also earned the Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) Certification. She is a member of several professional organizations including Society of Human Resources Management (SHRM), Women’s Foodservice Forum, Chain Restaurant Total Rewards Association (CRTRA) where she also served as Vice President and President in 2005-2006, International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans and Mountain States Employers Council.
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