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How would you like to be greeted with a bright smile and a hot, fresh donut in the morning? |
At Krispy Kreme on Bardstown Road you will get just that! Chuck Walton has been employed as a greeter at Krispy Kreme since March, 2003. “When I first approached Pete Slacum, the store manager, about a possible position for Chuck, I never dreamed of a greeter position. But Pete saw beyond any limitations into the possibilities, “recalls Jamie Ramsey, the Employment Specialist who assisted Chuck in obtaining the position. Chuck has several challenging disabilities but he one that made greeting such a remarkable position is his deafness. Chuck is now a staple at Krispy Kreme, he has a following of his own. Pete reports that he receives many phone calls from customers asking when Chuck will be working. “I have been approached many times by customers asking me to teach them some phrases in sign language,” says Jamie. Pete says, “He’s been a large asset to us. Our customers have received him really well. They are disappointed when he is not here. He is able to get hot donuts in customer’s hands. Chuck is very helpful during peak business periods by keeping an eye on the dinning room and keeping the refrigerator stocked. We are able to make sure every kid in the store gets a hat, which is a real big help.” Jamie remembers, “Chuck is an avid believer in supporting his place of employment. Chuck had an interview set up at a competitors company, but refused to attend the interview because he likes Krispy Kreme donuts the best!” Chuck earned Employee of the Month in June 2004. Chuck fits in with the other workers, Pete says, “The restaurant crew works well with him, he has relationships with them and feels he belongs. He has a job to do and he does it.” |
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