HomeState

In 2013, native Texan Briana Valdez opened HomeState, an ode to Texas cuisine in East Hollywood with the mission of evoking community and creating a home for everyone, no matter where they are from. No matter where you’re from, HomeState is your home away from home. A space where every person feels welcomed and valued. We serve hospitality first and tacos second. And we’re hiring nice people! #hospitality #hiring FULL LIST OF POSITIONS HERE PLEASE APPLY ONLINE: https://lnkd.in/gY7_hkX OR APPLY IN PERSON (12105 E Waterfront Drive)! Monday 7/19, 9 AM - 5 PM Tuesday 7/20, 9 AM - 5 PM Wednesday 7/21, 9 AM - 5 PM Thursday 7/22, 9 AM - 5 PM Saturday 7/24, 9 AM - 4 PM

It’s giving nostalgia and commitment to quality ?? Say hello to our new Ground Beef Taco! It’s a nod to family taco nights, late-night drive-thru runs with friends, and the comforting flavors we grew up with. The Ground Beef taco features pasture-raised ground beef, cheddar, pickled jalape?os, and shredded cabbage. This taco embodies our commitment since day one of broadening access to high-quality food while doing our best by the planet and our guests. That’s why we sourced our beef through?Cream Co. Meats, featuring?Country Natural Beef a ranching cooperative dedicated to regenerative practices and humane, pasture-raised cattle. 100% natural, non-GMO, and GAP 4 Animal Welfare Certified, these cattle are raised without antibiotics or hormones. Welcome home Ground Beef taco!

HomeState Appoints Eric Paulucci as COO “I’m excited to announce that Eric has accepted the role of HomeState’s very first Chief Operating Officer. I am looking forward to this next chapter, with Eric’s operational guidance, to continue building upon our foundation, and strengthen our commitment to our core values and live up to our vision”, said HomeState founder and CEO, Briana Valdez With almost 30 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Eric Paulucci has a history of helping small companies blossom. Prior to signing on with HomeState, Eric served as the Director of Operations for Jamba Juice, VP Global Operations for Pinkberry, VP of Operations of Sweetgreen and VP of Retail Operations for Salt & Straw, supporting their growth from early days. “I was first introduced to Briana and HomeState in 2020. Shortly after meeting, I made additional visits to a few of the restaurants as I was so impressed by the warm hospitality I received as a guest, as well as the impeccable quality of the food. Now, almost 5 years later, I am both humbled and honored to be a part of the HomeState team. I believe we have an incredible future ahead of us, and I feel so grateful to be invited to be a part of this journey. I look forward to the upcoming work and growth ahead of us, all the while continuing to uphold our mission and values so we stay true to that which has made HomeState such a special place in people’s lives” said HomeState incoming COO, Eric Paulucci. HomeState is a restaurant serving the comforts of Briana’s home state including breakfast tacos, queso, slow roasted brisket, house-made flour tortillas and genuine hospitality. In 2013, Briana “Breezy” Valdez founded HomeState in Los Angeles with the dream of sharing her Texas identity through food and hospitality. HomeState is the recipient of Nation's Restaurant News Hot Concept Award,? and owns and operates eight locations throughout Southern California. Media Contact: Andy Valdez Email: [email protected] https://lnkd.in/dTFEWV4

Los Angeles businesses united last week to support their neighbors during the devastating wildfires. In the early stages of recovery, the city and its citizens have shown what it means to embody true community. The Rapid Response team spoke with HomeState, a local business that stepped up to aid those facing unimaginable loss. From helping displaced families to providing meals for first responders, their efforts have been a beacon of hope during this crisis. Los Angeles will rebuild, and the strength of its community promises a brighter future. Listen here: https://lnkd.in/evF3S-4E Follow HomeState #RapidResponse #LAWildfires #Altadena #MutualAid

We're #hiring a General Manager. Join us in transforming casual dining by removing barriers to high-quality ingredients and genuine hospitality. We are looking for a GM who thrives in high-volume and is eager to collaborate with a team of passionate #hospitality professionals. #welcomehome

Rare opening on the HomeState team, share with your Catering Sales friends! We’re #hiring #hospitality #sales

"Our vendors are all under the same pressures that we are -- they're all fighting to keep their relationships intact with their restaurants -- but their costs are all going up as well," Valdez pointed out. "So as restaurants, we're on the last end of all those commodities and markets that have come before us," such as farmers, harvest labor, transit of crops, food storage, packing, and distribution.