The Affiliated Family News

The Affiliated Family News
April 2013
Volume 5, Issue 7
Employee of the Month - Jesus Rendon Saucedo
Randy Arceneaux / President and CEO presents the
“Employee of the Month” award to
Jesus Rendon Saucedo
Congratulations, Jesus! Jesus performs Quality Control in our Dry Grocery Shipping department.
Supervisor, Enrique Barreras, tells us Jesus has a great attitude and is able and willing to learn any
task assigned to him. Jesus began work with AFI as an Order
PLEASE SEE EMPLOYEE ON PAGE 6
Selector in October, 2010.
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In the News
Meet Malachi Garcia
Freddie Garcia / Perishable Receiver and his grandson
Malachi Garcia.
Have you noticed an addition to the
South Dock Café recently? Meet Malachi Garcia, he is 4
years old and is in Headstart at Region 16, here in Amarillo.
He lives with his Mom, Amber and “Papo”, Freddie Garcia,
a receiver in our Perishable Dept.
Malachi is very close to his Papo. When his school held a
“Transportation Parade” in February, Malachi wanted to be
like his Papo because they are “Best Buddies” and be an
Affiliated Foods Truck. He and his Mom constructed the
miniature rig. As you can see they did a great job and with
such details. AWESOME!!!
When I met Malachi and his family for his photo shoot, I
found him to be a very personable kiddo. He used my camera to take a picture of his Papo (bottom left), gave us an
autograph and I got a big hug. He also donated his truck to
Affiliated...WOW!
What a remarkable young fellow! It was surely a pleasure
meeting with Malachi and his family. Thanks to the Garcia
Family for their generosity! You certainly made my day,
and those memories will make me smile every time I go to
the South Dock Café!
The truck and the picture will stay in the South Dock Café to
be viewed by all! When you get a chance, please stop by and
visit the South Dock Café and see for yourself...you too will be
amazed!
The Affiliated Family News / Cathy Gallivan
Special thanks to Dennis Toole / QC / HAACP / Perishable Dept.. for this contribution!
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In the News
AFI’s Warehouse Incentive Program
At Affiliated Foods, when we hire a new order selector there is a working standard that must be met in the
first 60 days of employment. The Warehouse Management System calculates time for each store order
based on Engineered Labor Standard. This time / standard must be met at 100% by the first 60 days. Once
the selector achieves 100% of standard and keeps that standard or above, they become qualified order selectors. This process helps orders to be pulled in a timely manner.
April 2013 Above and Beyond…
Grocery
Perishable
Qualified
Bobby Chiles
Ruben Gonzalez
Christopher Burgos
Qualified
Estevan Zubia
Angel Contreras
Alejandro Lozoya
Michael Hernandez
Israel Ramirez
Christian Arrendondo
Carlos Thomas
Detrick Evans
Juan Besa
Joseph Samayoa
Top Pay
Chop Bol
HBC
Qualified
Vicki Leyva
Jason Mutter
Brandee Wall
Top Pay
Luis Rodriguez
Efren Araiza
Marco Trejo
Jordan Martinez
Abel Acosta
Alonzo Macias
Top Pay
Luz Ponce
Sharonda Coulter
Courtesy of Jimmy Ross / Director of Warehouse Operations, David Trimble / Assistant Director of Warehouse Operations,
Enrique Barreras / Dry Grocery Supervisor, Ralph Telles / Perishable Supervisor and Preston Haberman / HBC Supervisor
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In the News
Beverly Daulton Retires
Beverly Daulton was honored with a surprise retirement reception on March 21, 2013. Beverly worked as
an artist in the Art Dept. under the supervision of Debbie Neufeld, Graphic Arts Supervisor. Manager.
Cake, punch and goodies were served. Friends and Co-workers gathered to wish Beverly “a happy and
relaxing” retirement. Beverly was presented with an “18 Years of Service” plaque by Tammie Coffee,
Vice President and CFO. She also received a check for years of service and a salvage center retirement
card. Cheers, to the good life, thank you for all your hard work and dedication………………The Affiliat-
Plains Dairy Announces Award
(L to R) Greg Meador and Rickey Darland
Courtesy of Mary Reed / Plains Dairy
dle Billy’s mom had 4 children. The 1st one was April, the 2nd was May and the
Rid 3rd was June. What was the 4th child name?..............................Answer on page 8
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In the News
Affiliated 2013 Spring Food Show
Benefits of Affiliated Foods Service for Member stores:
Better than competitive pricing.
You are buying from a company that you own.
Members receive year-end patronage from purchases.
A staff of experienced Food Service and Bakery-Deli
Specialists.
L to R: Ben Woods /
AFI Help Desk and
Kevin Fortenberry /
Operations Manager
preparing the Food
Show books for
shuttle mail.
We will be featuring our Food Service products and
services at the Affiliated Spring Food Show
“Pursue Excellence” on April 11, 2013.
“April hath put a spirit of youth
in everything. Sonnet XCVIII”
~ William Shakespeare
Courtesy of Tana Bray / HR
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In the News
EMPLOYEE: April Employee of the Month
STORY: cont. from
Page 1.
Jesus is married to Chelsea and they share a daughter, Kaylan; who is 4 years old. They are also expecting a second child in August. Jesus likes to spend
time with his family and play soccer at the park with
friends. The family likes to bowl, watch movies, and
spend time feeding the ducks at the park. Jesus has
two boxers, Zeus and Molly. Jesus’ favorite movie is
Back to the Future, starring Michael J. Fox and his favorite meal is Stir Fry Noodles at Lin’s Grand Buffet.
Jesus tells us his parents have been the most influential in his life. They taught him to work hard and be
responsible for himself and his family. Jesus says
winning a Great Place to Work Drawing and being selected as Employee of the Month have both been a
very memorable experiences. Jesus loves his job and
he is grateful for the opportunity to work at Affiliated.
Jesus plans to keep working and doing a great job.
Jesus Rendon Saucedo, Employee of the Month for April 2013
He selected gift certificates from Jorge’s Mexican bar & Grill and will receive an additional 250 safety bonus points. Keep up the GREAT work, Jesus. Congratulations!
Courtesy of Rita Koontz / Human Resources
Earth Day Trivia...Did you know that Yellowstone National Park became the first national park in the
whole world in 1872...
Spotlight on the Warehouse
Newcomer of the Month!
Edith Contreras
Edith has been recognized by her supervisor
Israel Guajardo as an up and coming top selector. She has reached top production in only a
few weeks, and Israel states that Edith’s great
attitude has a lot to do with it.
Edith is married and plans to eventually get
back to school. Edith says the AFI benefits
and great environment make it easy to improve and she is looking forward to many
more great opportunities.
Courtesy of Jason Lueb / Inventory Manager
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From the Kitchen Counter
Breakfast Sausage Potato Casserole
1 1 lb. pkg.
1 30 oz.
1 16 oz.
1 Small
1/2 of large
1/2 of large
Shurfine Reg or Hot Sausage
Shurfine Southern Style
Hash Browns Diced Frozen
Shurfine Shredded Cheddar
Onion diced
Green Bell Pepper diced
Red Bell Pepper diced
Shurfine Vegetable Oil
Shurfine Black Pepper
Shurfine Salt
1. In small skillet cook the sausage. After fully cooked drain grease, crumble
and set aside.
2. In large skillet, pour oil into skillet, cover bottom with 1/4 inch of oil. Preheat
to med-high. Add hash browns, onion, green bell pepper, red bell pepper,
salt and pepper to taste. Fry until potatoes are golden brown.
3. Prepare a dish...line with paper towels. When potatoes are done place in
dish. The paper towels will absorb the excess oil from the potato mixture.
4. Preheat oven to 375º F.
5. Butter a baking dish, layer potatoes, sausage, cheese repeat...ending
with cheese on top!
6. Bake for 10 - 15 minutes, or until cheese is melted and mixture is warm.
The only thing that will make this dish better is serving it with Shurfine scrabbled eggs, toast
and Shurfine Orange Juice! Enjoy!
Courtesy of Val Clawson / DeJarnett and Western Family
Lightning Safety
As we enter the Severe Storm Season 2013 please keep in mind these Lightning Safety ...Myths and Facts…
Myth: Lightning never strikes the same place twice.
Fact: Lightning often strikes the same place repeatedly, especially if it’s a tall, pointy, isolated object. The
Empire State Building is hit nearly 100 times a year.
Myth: If it’s not raining or there aren’t clouds overhead, you’re safe from lightning.
Fact: Lightning often strikes more than three miles from the center of the thunderstorm, far outside the
rain or thunderstorm cloud. “Bolts from the blue” can strike 10-15 miles from the thunderstorm.
Myth: Rubber tires on a car protect you from lightning by insulating you from the ground.
Fact: Most cars are safe from lightning, but it is the metal roof and metal sides that protect you, NOT the
rubber tires. Remember, convertibles, motorcycles, bicycles, open-shelled outdoor recreational vehicles
and cars with fiberglass shells offer no protection from lightning. When lightning strikes a vehicle, it goes
through the metal frame into the ground. Don't lean on doors during a thunderstorm.
Myth: A lightning victim is electrified. If you touch them, you’ll be electrocuted.
Fact: The human body does not store electricity. It is perfectly safe to touch a lightning victim to give them
first aid. This is the most chilling of lightning Myths. Imagine if someone died because people were afraid
to give CPR!
Myth: If outside in a thunderstorm, you should seek shelter under a tree to stay dry.
Fact: Being underneath a tree is the second leading cause of lightning casualties. Better to get wet than
fried!
Excerpts from article “Lightning Safety Myths and Truths”…. http://www.weather.gov/….National Weather
Service / NWS….National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration / NOAA
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Affiliated Foods “ Team 2013”
A Note of Thanks!
Riddle Answers
“THANK YOU” to all who have contributed to the success of the Newsletter”!
A special thanks to Dale Thompson for his continued support and help!
The Affiliated Family News
Cathy Gallivan / [email protected]
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Princes to Princess
Syllable
Counterfeit Money
Answer: Billy!
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