Founder, President, and CEO of Taco Casa, Rod Wilkin knows how important choices are in his life. Rod grew up in Wichita, Kansas where he was a star athlete at his high school lettering in football, basketball and track. Several smaller schools had recruited him out of high school until a chance encounter would forever change his path. A good friend and high school teammate of his, Fred Harvey, went to Hutchinson Junior College in Hutchinson, Kansas to visit his future football coach. Fred offhandedly asked Rod if he would like to ride with him, and Rod chose to go. While there, the coach mentioned that he had heard of Rod and offered him a scholarship to play football for the Blue Dragons. Success followed Rod to junior college and after the 1967 season he was named a junior college All-American as a kicking specialist. Scholarship offers rolled in by the dozen and he thought he would sign with Oklahoma, Colorado, Nebraska, or Miami. Then the phone rang and a deep baritone voice on the other end of the line asked Rod to come down to Tuscaloosa for a visit. After working out for and meeting with Coach Paul “Bear” Bryant, Rod chose to sign a letter of intent to play for the Crimson Tide.
Taco Casa
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The company places a strong emphasis on reducing food waste through efficient inventory management and portion control, minimizing the amount of discarded food that ends up in landfills. The restaurant chain is dedicated to employee well-being, offering competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career advancement. They actively collaborate with local farmers and suppliers, supporting sustainable agricultural practices and ensuring a consistent supply of fresh, locally sourced ingredients. They’ve established a robust whistleblower protection program, encouraging stakeholders to report any unethical behavior or compliance concerns.
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2023
Revenues
$167,400,000.00
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Employee Rating
3.6
Customer Rating
4.5
Company Size
1000-5000
ESG Risk Rating
3