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Joe Solomon

Employee Spotlight: Joseph Solomon

This edition of VVS’ Employee Spotlight features Joseph Solomon, site manager at our Baldwin Filters cafeteria in Kearney, Nebraska. Joe has worked in the foodservice industry for 22 years, and has been with VVS for the past 12! Prior to joining VVS, he worked at McDonald’s for ten years, as well as working summers at a Boy Scout Camp while in high school and college.

When not at work, Joe enjoys spending time with his wife of 14 years, Amy, and their four boys, Jacob (age 14), Zachary (age 12), Andrew (age 7) and Isaiah (age 5). He also keeps busy running a Cub Scout Pack, helping with a Boy Scout Troop, teaching kids at his church, and having bible studies. “When I have free time, I like to play catch with my kids, and I also enjoy reading a lot.” Also, Joe is “…very proud that I am an Eagle Scout!” Thank you, Joe, for your years of service with VVS!

Greeley Trunk or Treat

Trunk or Treat at JBS Greeley

Things got a bit scary for VVS at JBS in Greeley, Colorado as Site Manager Crystal Villafuerte and staff participated in Trunk or Treat in the parking lot of the JBS Beef Plant. Crystal and staff served up candy to goblins and ghouls with JBS doing the same. Thanks to JBS for providing a fun and safe atmosphere for great trick-or-treating!

JBS Cactus Catering

Catering at JBS in Cactus, Texas

VVS recently catered an event at JBS in Cactus, Texas that was photo worthy! Fiesta Rice Bowls were on the menu with all the trimmings. A great job goes out to VVS Site Manager Clay Blake and Staff!

Tyson Lexington Culture Fair

Tyson Lexington Holds Culture Fair

Tyson Foods in Lexington, Nebraska recently held a culture fair for it’s employees. Employees were encouraged to wear clothes from their native countries and setup display booths showing items that helped define their culture. VVS cooked over 1,500 hotdogs and hamburgers in support of the fair. Great job to everybody involved!

JBS Ottumwa Physicians Gathering

VVS Caters JBS Physicians Gathering

VVS recently catered a Physicians Gathering held at JBS in Ottumwa, Iowa. Carol Palacio and staff fed over 70 people during the event which served stuffed chicken breasts, pork loin, cranberry apple salad, twice baked potatoes, green beans with bacon and cheese cake for desert! The event was a success!

Tyson Amarillo JDRF Fundraiser

VVS Supports Tyson in JDRF Fundraiser

VVS recently helped support Tyson Foods in Amarillo, Texas to raise money and awareness for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. VVS Canteen and Tyson Foods have partnered the last two years to help JDRF in their goal to accelerate life-changing breakthroughs to cure, prevent and treat T1D and its complications. For more information on how you can help, visit: www.jdrf.org.

Supreme Breakfast Burritos

Supreme Breakfast Burritos

During November, look for VVS’ newest promotion: Supreme Breakfast Burritos! Weighing in at a pound and featuring premium ingredients, our newest burritos will not leave you hungry. Featuring The All American, Rancher, Chorizo and The Link, these burritos feature a wide range of proteins including steak, hickory bacon, sausage, chorizo and spiced hotlink all wrapped up inside a warm tortilla with golden brown potatoes.

JBS Cactus 5S

VVS Works on 5S Protocol at JBS in Cactus, Texas

VVS recently used 5S protocol to organize and clean some areas of their cafeteria space. VVS Site manager, Clay Blake, and District Manager, Latoya Williams, studied the 5S program through materials provided by JBS. The cafeteria also participated in a 5S fair in which different areas of the plant displayed booths showing their 5S progress. After judging of the booths took place, Clay Blake and staff’s booth came in 2nd place! Great job to everyone involved! Scroll down to see more pictures of the event!

Ed Tatum

Employee Spotlight: Ed Tatum

VVS Canteen welcomes Ed Tatum as the new Site Manager at Smithfield in Crete, NE. Ed brings 20 years of experience in the foodservice industry. When not at work, Ed enjoys growing tomatoes, cucumbers and asparagus, as well as taking care of his many pets. Welcome to the VVS team, Ed!

Jim Lakey

Jim Lakey Reaches VVS’ Milestone – 40 Years

Jim Lakey recently reached a career milestone with VVS Canteen – 40 years of service! Jim is currently the Vice President of VVS’ Music and Games Division in Lincoln, Nebraska. With previous experience in vending and foodservice, Jim has an extensive background in all aspects of operations. Jim enjoys watching sports of all kinds and spending time with his wife Rhonda, his two children, Nathan and Ali, and two grandchildren Adyson and Bria. Thank you for your time with VVS, Jim!

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