Roberto's Mexican Food (www.robertos.us), San Diego's “original taco shop,” has named Temecula resident George Hunter as vice president of operations and announced the launch of the company's first-ever catering division.
Hunter, a restaurant industry veteran, will be responsible for all aspects of business operations for the multi-unit operator and report directly to company owners, which are the children of original founders Roberto and Dolores Robledo.
Hunter's initial focus will be the launch and growth of Roberto's new catering division and real estate development for the company, including new locations in Temecula. “I couldn’t be more pleased to join a company so committed to taking care of their people, their guests and their vendors...it’s no wonder why they have been so successful for over 40 years in San Diego, said Hunter.
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New Catering Division:
“Locals have always known that Roberto’s has great party-size and to-go platters and meals for any size gathering. Now, we are planning to turn the volume up and let San Diegans know they can get authentic, fresh Mexican food for groups from 10 to 10,000,” added Hunter. Catering enhancements include a centralized toll free 800 number to streamline ordering and a dedicated email address for questions and comments: Catering@Robertos.us. The company plans to soon offer online ordering and a downloadable Roberto's app to expedite mobile ordering.
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Made fresh daily, the Roberto's menu is full of classic Mexican flavors including Carne Asada Burritos, Rolled Tacos and the surfer’s favorite, the Hash Brown Breakfast Burrito.
Before joining Roberto's and launching the company's catering division, Hunter was chief operating officer of Pat & Oscar’s Restaurants. In his role, he was responsible for companywide personnel and operational management, including all district managers, training and Human Resource functions. Hunter was instrumental with the early development, site analytics and franchise administration for this iconic San Diego brand. Hired by the original founders of Pat & Oscar's, Hunter held an equity stake in the business until it was later sold. Prior to joining Pat & Oscar's he served in many capacities with Sears & Roebuck based in Salt Lake City, Utah.
About Roberto's Mexican Food:
Since 1964, The Roberto's family has prided themselves on serving homemade outstanding quality Mexican food to its neighbors and friends. Dolores Robledo, wife of the late Roberto Robledo, is still very involved in the business and is committed to the core philosophy of 'Real, Simple, Tasty…' With eight locations countywide (including three on Camp Pendleton) and known as “San Diego's Original Taco Shop,” the family pioneered the quick-serve taco shop concept now prevalent throughout the area. Learn more at www.robertos.us.
