Michelle Juarez - Heart Of America Group

Michelle Jaurez


Assistant Controller

Ms. Juarez began her career in June 1979 as a waitress at the Iowa Machine Shed, working in every position within the restaurant. By 1981, she had advanced to front-of-house manager. When Gramma’s Kitchen opened in 1984, she became the front-of-house manager there, and in 1985, she took on the role of Chief Operating Executive at Apple’s River City Café.

After a successful career at Heart of America’s restaurants, Ms. Juarez moved to the Operations Support Center in 1990. She currently holds the position of Assistant Controller at Heart of America Group.

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After a successful career at Heart of America’s restaurants, Ms. Juarez moved to the Operations Support Center in 1990. She currently holds the position of Assistant Controller at Heart of America Group.

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About Heart Of America

About Heart of America Starting with one 100-seat restaurant in 1978, Heart of America Group has grown to include a portfolio of award-winning, owned and operated restaurants, hotels, and commercial developments. Noteworthy brands developed and operated by Heart of America Group include the Machine Shed Restaurant, Johnny’s Italian Steakhouse, Burger Shed, The Republic on Grand, Fifth Avenue Syndicate, Thunder Bay Grille, The J Bar, Hotel Renovo, Revel Hotel, The Rewind Hotel, The Axis Hotel, and Wildwood Lodge. We pride ourselves on building long-lasting properties that bring value to the consumer and to the communities in which we build.

Locations

Operations Support Center - Moline
1501 River Drive
Moline, Illinois 61265
P: 309.797.9300
F: 309.797.8700

Operations Support Center - Des Moines
515 E Locust Street, Suite 100
Des Moines, IA 50309

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