For Carla Sauer, a temporary role with GSF in Georgia turned into a career spanning a quarter century. Starting as an operations clerk for GSF’s protein products business, she embraced every opportunity to learn, contribute, and advance. That mindset drove steady progress, built on curiosity, resilience, and trust earned through action. Looking back, Carla reflects, “It’s been an amazing journey! I’ve learned so much, grown a lot, and met incredible people along the way.” Ove

Pictured above: The GSF team Mariana Manole, Senior Vice President, Global Food Safety, Quality and Regulatory, Shelly Davis, Director of Sales, National Accounts, Karin DeChristopher, Director of Sales, National Accounts, and Fred Heurtin, Senior Corporate Chef accepted the 2025 Food Safety and Quality STAR Award from Yum! Brands leaders, including Sean Tresvant, Chief Executive Officer, Taco Bell Division, and Chief Consumer Officer, Yum! Brands, Inc., Liz Matthews, Global

One small choice can spark widespread impact. During Earth Week, GSF associates showed how daily actions move sustainability forward across every location. From April 20–24, associates engaged in learning that linked the company’s environmental priorities to everyday responsibilities. The week opened with the “Do One Thing” pledge, challenging participants to commit to one personal action that lowers carbon impact. Small steps, from cutting energy use to limiting waste, gaine

The right culture changes everything. For Desiree Petersen , KanPak became the place where hard work, mentorship, and confidence opened doors she never expected. Based in Penn Yan, New York, Desiree serves as Assistant Quality Assurance Manager, helping uphold standards across GSF’s dairy and beverage operations. She first joined KanPak in 2016 while searching for a temporary position. Once she experienced the company culture, she shifted her mindset toward long-term possibil

Imah Aslam , Total Rewards Manager for Golden State Foods (GSF) at its Irvine, California corporate office, started in July 2021 as a Human Capital Management Analyst, supporting Human Resources (HR) systems and data needs across GSF. She expanded her skills quickly, progressed into broader responsibilities, and led enterprise projects that shaped compensation and benefits programs across many facilities. She now drives key functions, including merit and bonus cycles, multi‑s

Two GSF leaders have stepped into new board roles, reinforcing the company’s commitment to organizations that champion industry innovation and community development. These board appointments also align with milestone anniversaries, underscoring GSF’s engagement with initiatives that shape the future of foodservice and strengthen local communities. Christin Kohloff , Vice President, Research & Development, joined the Board of Directors of the Association for Dressings and Sauc