How did you first get involved with BurgerFuel? I was a regular at my local BurgerFuel, the atmosphere was always pumping. I ended up applying for a Store Manager role when a friend mentioned there was one up for grabs. Now, I am an Area Manager for Parnell and Pt Chev, which involves supporting and building our team. Everything I love about the BurgerFuel brand, I get to do in this role. I’m part of something bigger and am in a position where I get to dip into all parts of the business. They put a lot of faith in me, I like that responsibility. They also know I bring a diverse perspective and I feel that opinion matters to them. I have a voice, they know my skills and let me use them. I’m learning so much and getting to put my ideas into action!
What was the thing that attracted you the most to BurgerFuel? Definitely the atmosphere and the culture. Whenever you go into a store, the staff are smiling, the music is pumping and it’s a different experience from the usual. The Pt Chev and Parnell environments amplify all of these qualities for me, that’s what attracted me to this franchise group in the first place. Our focus is bringing that quintessential BurgerFuel experience to every customer. It's so rewarding hearing people comment on it, reading the reviews online and interacting with the regulars, we have worked so hard to build over the last few years!
What do you tell your mates and family about BurgerFuel, what are the perks and best parts of being part of the store staff? I don’t need to tell them, they can see it! They know I am happy to come to work, they feel the energy when they get into the stores. They see me working hard behind the scenes and know that I am challenged, supported and that my skillset is valued. I get to step back and look at the bigger picture, to problem solve. They know that being in a job where your own personal development is valued as well as the development of the business is unusual. I’ve got a lot of energy and I’m a thinker, here I get to use both of these.
