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R. David Thomas reflects on a childhood dream formed at age eight: to own the world’s best restaurant and be both a beloved chef and respected manager. His narrative charts the path from those aspirations to the reality of overseeing thousands of Wendy’s outlets worldwide, offering insight into the challenges and triumphs of building a global fast‑food brand.
First publish date: 1991
Genre: Biography & Autobiography/Biography
Authors: R. David Thomas
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