Texas Border Business
ALAMO, Texas – Cristina Azua, Manager of the McDonald’s restaurant at 1018 Frontage Rd, has won a Ray Kroc Award, an accolade that recognizes the top performing McDonald’s Restaurant Managers globally. Named in honor of the McDonald’s Corporation founder Ray Kroc, the awards were established in 1999 to recognize hard-working restaurant managers – those who make Ray Kroc’s vision of excellence come to life in restaurants and for customers each day.
Azua was one of 395 McDonald’s Restaurant Managers from 70 markets around the world to receive the honor, which includes a cash prize, a trophy and a trip to McDonald’s Worldwide Convention in Barcelona, Spain. Today, Cristina was presented her award in a celebration with her colleagues, which included flowers, cake and a $10,000 bonus check from local McDonald’s Owner/Operator Jordan Ellis.
Cristina is a well-known leader who constantly puts her employees and customers first. Azua is always finding ways to motivate and train her staff and is known for placing motivational messages in the restaurant. She is also involved in her community and local school districts, often hosting events like McTeacher’s Nights at her restaurant.
“I’m so proud of Cristina and all that she has accomplished,” said Jordan Ellis, local McDonald’s Owner/Operator. “She is a true leader in our organization and it’s an honor to present her with a Ray Kroc Award.”
McDonald’s independent franchisees and regional management nominate restaurant managers for the Ray Kroc Awards to recognize their hard work, dedication, and commitment to McDonald’s and its customers. Restaurant managers play a critical role in delivering an outstanding customer experience and ensuring that McDonald’s is a great place to work.
McDonald’s is committed to building workplaces where everyone feels supported, has equal access to opportunity and sees a clear path to reaching their goals whether they choose to build a career with McDonald’s or beyond. McDonald’s and its franchisees provide learning, development and advancement resources that support employee growth at all levels; around 90% of restaurant management began their careers as crew members.
