On August 28th, his impassioned speech on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial gave us all reason to "DREAM"
Who is Dr. Martin Luther King
In 1978, 900 people perished in the People’s Temple in Guyana, the” Son of Sam” was convicted and Glenda Knippen hired this Glenbard West Alum, who would one day ascend to Chief Operating Officer
Who is Sherri Abruscato?
She officially celebrated her 20th anniversary only 6 days ago, but actually started with us in 1994 at Barney's in Bloomingdale. Now you will find her in Luigi's market
Who is Liz Hernandez?
#56's David Pesenko knows the thrill of handling a busy rush and dropping over 100 hot dogs per hour……he also knows the exhilarating rush of falling 200 ft per second at 120 mph while performing this risky endeavor
What is Sky Diving?
On March 21st, by order of Attorney General Robert F. Kennedy, this inescapable prison in San Francisco Bay nicknamed “ The Rock” was closed
What is Alcatraz?
In 1979, we were introduced to ” Trivial Pursuit” and Bungee Jumping...Portillo’s opened it's 6th location, and this rock band released their 6th album...
Who is Aerosmith?
This Marathon runner has served us for 24 years. The avid Blackhawks fan’s son fit inside the Stanley Cup in 2013. Born in St. Charles, Illinois, this GM is now "right at home."
Who is Tony Folino?
Currently the guests at #28 sing GM Tina Williams’ praises, previously Tina sang this song before professional boxing matches
What is the National Anthem or Star Spangled Banner?
On July 1st, The US Postal Service officially instituted these to help us receive our mail in a more efficient fashion
What are zip codes? (Zoning Improvement plan)
In 1976, a Peanut Farmer became the President. Our nation celebrated the bicentennial, and Portillo’s opened this restaurant in the southwest suburbs
What is Bolingbrook?
This product of Rich Central HS and Northern Arizona U is a 24 year Portillo’s vet. He’s retired from skydiving preferring the relaxation of fishing instead. You can find him on Lake St. in Ron’s Market..
Who is Curt Beaumont?
His photo ran in a GQ “Men of the year” issue. Hired in 1999 to work front cash at #16 he became our first Marketing employee in 2015. Name this “slick” VP
Who is Nick Scarpino?
Coke introduced its first diet drink on May 1, it shares the name of your” bar bill”
What is Tab?
In 1977 Elvis died, Saturday Night Fever and Grease were box office smashes and this woman celebrated her 10 yr anniversary with Portillo’s
Who is Glenda Knippen?
He trained our own Keith Kinsey and Mike Miles, taught Channel 7’s Judy Hsu how to make a beef sandwich “on the air” and celebrates 28 years with the company this year…
Who is Joe LaRocca?
#30’s Mike Hels has resuscitated many shifts with his quick thinking, but more importantly he saved a life in the patio while performing this life saving procedure
What is the Heimlich Maneuver ?
On March 28th the release of this Alfred Hitchcock horror-thriller made everyone nervous of our feathered friends
What is “The Birds”?
In 1973 this structure was built and boasting 110 stories and standing 1,450 feet tall, became the world’s tallest building
What is the Sears Tower?
This MM and former FTM was hired as a cashier, 26 years ago. Now she’s on a mission to take her children to all 50 states…
Who is Cheryl Jordan?
Sharon Maloney has worn many hats and traveled many miles in her 31 year Portillo’s career. She even trekked 6,288 miles to this country to help open a hot dog concept. They owed her a big “Domo arigato”
What is Japan?