Quehl’s Restaurant celebrates 40 years of service from longtime staff member Kim Ziegler

Staff at Quehl’s Restaurant gather to celebrate Kim Ziegler’s 40 years of service. From left are Joan Faulhaufer, Deb Stolk, Brian Larsen, Kim Ziegler, Cindy Larsen, Emily Waymouth, Carly McIntosh and Vicki Herlick. Missing from photo is Joan Leeming. Gary West photo

By Gary West

After four decades of friendly service, Kim Ziegler is being recognized for 40 years behind the counter at Quehl’s Restaurant in Tavistock.

Over the years, many employees have been part of the well-known restaurant’s team, but owners Brian and Cindy Larsen recently took time to celebrate their longest-serving and most dedicated staff member.

Ziegler marked her 40th anniversary as a server at the popular Tavistock eatery, where she has become a familiar and welcoming face to generations of customers. Known by name to many regular patrons, she is appreciated for her courteous smile, attentive service and thorough knowledge of the restaurant’s extensive menu.

Ziegler may describe herself as old-fashioned, but she continues to write down every order she takes, determined never to make a mistake. That attention to detail has been part of her approach since the beginning of her career.

Among those who know her best are former owners Steve and Ruth Cahill, who originally hired Ziegler when they operated the busy restaurant. They say they knew from the start that she would be an exceptional addition to their team.

They recall her reliability, punctuality and strong work ethic – qualities that have remained constant over the years.

Current owners Brian and Cindy Larsen, along with their daughters, Emily and Amy, agree that Ziegler’s dedication is rare. They say employees who commit 40 years to one workplace are few and far between, and they are grateful for her loyalty and professionalism.

As Quehl’s continues to serve the Tavistock community, Ziegler remains a steady presence in the dining room – greeting customers, taking orders and contributing to the welcoming atmosphere that has made the restaurant a local favourite.

Forty years on the job is an impressive milestone in any profession, and for Ziegler, it represents a lifetime of service to her community.