Donald Story joined the Houston’s Merchandising Department in May 2022. In just over a year on the team he has established himself as a hard worker, adept at building and maintaining great working relationships with the staff and customers within the stores he serves.
For his dedication and contributions, Donald has been recognized as Merchandising Employee of the Quarter for Q3.
Donald works in the Redding, CA region, and covers the US Foods CHEF’STOREs in the area.
Through the past quarter, Donald has gone above and beyond to help with coverage for additional store locations outside his normal schedule and extra workload when needed. Merchandising Manager Jaime Alaniz has noted that Donald’s flexibility has been a valued asset.
“Over the past few months my territory has been shorthanded,” Jaime said. “Donald has been a supportive member in helping me cover the stores.”
Jaime also noted that Donald keeps a positive outlook through any changes or extra coverage that may come up.
“His support is highly valued and appreciated,” said Jaime.
In addition to being motivated and maintaining a willing attitude, Donald also keeps an eye out for ways to improve on a continual basis.
“Donald recognizes areas for growth, creating opportunities for more product backstock, displays, or additional shelf space for our more popular items,” Jaime said. “Donald asks questions frequently to ensure the job is being done correctly and is constantly looking to better his performance. He consistently makes himself readily available for the store needs and their customers.”
Jaime also shared that whenever he visits one of the Redding area stores, the CHEF’STORE manager or employees are quick to let him know how great of a job Donald is doing, and that his dedication to the job is appreciated.
“He has built a great working relationship with the store and customers,” Jaime added. “Donald has been an excellent addition to the team, is well liked, respected, and considered a part of the CHEF’STORE team – not just part of the Houston’s team.”
With his flexibility, positive attitude, and mindset of continually striving to improve his abilities, Donald has certainly earned the trust of the stores he services, as well as the trust of the managers within Houston’s Merchandising Department.
“Any tasks Donald is asked to accomplish, I am confident they will be completed,” said Jaime.
Congratulations, Donald. This recognition is well deserved!
Runners up for the quarter include Lisa Craig (First Runner Up), and Briana Lawrence (Second Runner Up).
Read more about our recently recognized team members on the Houston’s Blog.
