Weston has been a broker in the market for 13 years working with large casino groups, chains, end users, and all points of distribution. He has been in a leadership position with a national broker for the past 5 years and brings a unique understanding of the Vegas market and a wealth of relationships to Total Source.

Isaac comes to Total Source with over 15 years of experience working in a high-profile, high-volume foodservice operations. As a Cordon Blue Trained Chef, Isaac has successfully managed all aspects of food preparation, from menu creation, to costing and budgeting, to people management, purchasing, and creating a high-level experience for his guests. Isaac is highly determined and ambitious, having continually set and achieved high standards in all his roles. He is very excited to work with the Total Source team and even more excited to be able to help operators, distributors, and manufacturers reach their target audience.

Jade comes to Total Source with 15 years of foodservice experience.  She graduated from Scottsdale Culinary Institute and has knowledge of the hotel and restaurant industry, however, she has spent the last 5 years in K-12 kitchens. She is married with 2 boys that are 14 months apart and loves spending any extra time she has with them. When she is not in a kitchen at work, she is in her own kitchen cooking, baking, and canning homemade jellies, jams, BBQ sauces, and pickles with her mom and kids. She is excited to use her previous knowledge and experiences to be a valuable asset to the Total Source Team!

With over 30 years of experience in the food service and hospitality industries, I have held diverse roles ranging from Sales Representative to Procurement Manager, honing my ability in account management, buying, and operations. As a Regional Sales Manager in the Western U.S., I led sales operations for a leading provider of Mediterranean specialty foods, building strong relationships with key accounts and distributors to drive increased sales and brand visibility.

In my earlier roles, I grew sales by cultivating new partnerships and enhancing customer relationships, while also developing training resources for team members. My experience across various sectors of the food industry proves my ability to streamline operations, reduce costs, and negotiate successful contracts to boost efficiency and profitability. Throughout my career, I have consistently shown leadership, a strong customer focus, and a commitment to improving service standards and team development.

I have been happily married to Jeff for nearly four decades, and together we have built a life filled with love and shared experiences. Our two children are both happily married and have blessed us with four wonderful grandsons, who bring endless joy as I cook for them and cheer them on at their weekend sports games.

Family vacations are a highlight of our lives, offering the perfect chance to create lasting memories together. At home, we keep busy and entertained by our happy Chocolate Labrador, Sully who completes our close-knit family.

Weston has been a broker in the market for 13 years working with large casino groups, chains, end users, and all points of distribution. He has been in a leadership position with a national broker for the past 5 years and brings a unique understanding of the Vegas market and a wealth of relationships to Total Source.

Denise has spent the majority of her life in Colorado and grew up in the Food Service industry. After 10 years in the field, Denise began her food brokerage career with Four Peaks in 1991 and worked there for five years. Denise then returned to Four Peaks in 2012 after taking time off to raise her family. Once she returned, she took on a new role as the K-12 specialist at Four Peaks, a position that was truly her calling. The relationships with customers and helping them find solutions is what truly makes Denise love her job. She is a true Colorado gal, and loves spending time with her family doing anything outside.

Brian has been working in the foodservice and hospitality industry for nearly 20 years in Colorado as well as along the East Coast and brings a wealth of experience and ideas to the company’s already accomplished team. After cooking school in Miami, Brian continued developing his passion for culinary creativity and exceptional service in his home state of Connecticut, working as a line cook, caterer, and front-of-house supervisor before moving out to Denver in 2011. Since then, he has remained determined to grow professionally in a wide variety of operations, serving as a kitchen manager, supervisor, and sous chef at places like Fresh Craft, Steuben’s, and Vine Street Pub, as well as producing high-end culinary events with groups like Occasions Catering. Brian is constantly providing new perspectives and ideas to make every chef’s job easier and every customer’s experience memorable and is excited to be a part of the Total Source team in making these goals a reality. When not at work, you can find him hiking, camping, or skiing in the mountains, going to music shows, and “nerding” out with historical trivia and maps.

Forrest literally grew up in the foodservice business often working in his uncle’s restaurant as a teenager. Over the past 10 years, he has been an Executive Chef at local establishments such as Trattoria Stella and Vine Street Pub. While running the kitchens as an Executive Chef, he built and redesigned menus to attract new customers through farm-to-table sourcing initiatives and staying current on the latest flavor trends in the industry. Forrest also has an entrepreneurial past as he and his then-business partner created and established a retail Chimichurri sauce business during the past two years. With his culinary and operations experience, Forrest is excited to join Total Source to help bring efficient and innovative ideas to our operators and distributor customers and increase market share for our Total Source and its clients.

As Total Source opens in the Vegas market, we are excited to have Weston lead our efforts. Weston has been a broker in the market for 13 years working with large casino groups, chains, end users, and all points of distribution. He has been in a leadership position with a national broker for the past 5 years and brings a unique understanding of the Vegas market and a wealth of relationships to Total Source.

Shaun Burnside is a dedicated US Army veteran who served as a combat medic, bringing a wealth of experience in high-pressure environments and a strong sense of duty to every aspect of his professional life after working in the beverage equipment industry, where he honed his skills as a specialist. In 2014, Shaun embraced a new challenge by entering the brokerage world, where he has successfully established and nurtured long-standing relationships with many large customers in Las Vegas, including prominent entities such as Levy Sports Catering, UNLV, Dotty’s, MGM, Caesars, and Boyd Gaming, leveraging his technical expertise and customer service background to excel in this dynamic field. For the past year, Shaun has taken on the role of Territory Manager for US Foods. His ability to connect with clients and understand their unique needs has been pivotal in driving business growth and ensuring customer satisfaction. Outside of his professional pursuits, Shaun has a passion for music and enjoys attending concerts with friends and family. He often takes his wife out country swing dancing, cherishing the moments they can spend together away from their busy lives. Nature also plays a significant role in Shaun’s life; he finds great joy in outdoor activities, especially taking his now teenage sons out for quad rides or snowmobiling adventures. These experiences not only strengthen their family bond, but also instill a love for the outdoors in the next generation.

Weston has been a broker in the market for 13 years working with large casino groups, chains, end users, and all points of distribution. He has been in a leadership position with a national broker for the past 5 years and brings a unique understanding of the Vegas market and a wealth of relationships to Total Source.

Weston has been a broker in the market for 13 years working with large casino groups, chains, end users, and all points of distribution. He has been in a leadership position with a national broker for the past 5 years and brings a unique understanding of the Vegas market and a wealth of relationships to Total Source.

Salvador was born in Albuquerque, NM. He grew up in his family’s owned restaurant in Espanola, NM. Worked at Flying Star, Geckos, and Antiquity.  Spent 10 years working in a hospital before joining the broker world in December on 2019 right before the pandemic.

Salvador is married to his lovely wife for 7 years now, and they have two dogs named Basil and Thyme. Salvador and wife love to go camping with their dog’s.

Kellie was born and raised in Colorado and has been in the food industry 15years, working in 3 different segments of the business.  Kellie’s experience has spanned Foodservice, Retail, and Ingredients over the course of these years.

Wendy has 28 years in the Manufacturing & Foodservice Industries. Wendy has been married to her husband, Adan, for over 26 years. Wendy, Adan, and their three children moved from Southern California to Arizona in 2005. Wendy loves to spend time with family, especially traveling.

Steve Berger joined Total Source in 2021 with many years of experience in foodservice, ranging from sales to management to ownership. Some of his past foodservice experience includes Director of Operations for Chili’s and El Paso BBQ, Sales Rep for Paramount and Tru Temp, Owner of 2 independent restaurants, and most recently the Senior Project Executive for the TriMark AZ office. When not working, Steve likes to spend time with his significant other, Amy, hiking and traveling the world.

Kris started his career as a professional chef after attending the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, NY. Over the next 15 years, he served as Executive Chef for private country clubs in New York, Atlanta, and Houston. His transition into the equipment business started with Rational combi ovens as a Regional Sales Manager/Executive Chef. Following that he spent the next 10 years as Sales Director with Piper Products with a focus on schools and multi-unit accounts. His understanding of kitchen operations allows him to find creative solutions for customers’ challenges.

Steve Berger joined Total Source in 2021 with many years of experience in foodservice, ranging from sales to management to ownership. Some of his past foodservice experience includes Director of Operations for Chili’s and El Paso BBQ, Sales Rep for Paramount and Tru Temp, Owner of 2 independent restaurants, and most recently the Senior Project Executive for the TriMark AZ office. When not working, Steve likes to spend time with his significant other, Amy, hiking and traveling the world.

As a 3rd generation foodservice professional, Christopher spent his first 20+ years in the industry behind the stoves as a chef at several reputable Denver eateries, later moving to the front of the house as the Food and Beverage Director of a boutique hotel in Golden, Co, and then as the General Manager at one of Denver’s most popular Food Hall and Bars. Christopher is also bilingual in Spanish. He now resides in Englewood, CO with his wife and daughter, and enjoys adventure, the outdoors, music, world travel, and excessively eating.

Steve Berger joined Total Source in 2021 with many years of experience in foodservice, ranging from sales to management to ownership. Some of his past foodservice experience includes Director of Operations for Chili’s and El Paso BBQ, Sales Rep for Paramount and Tru Temp, Owner of 2 independent restaurants, and most recently the Senior Project Executive for the TriMark AZ office. When not working, Steve likes to spend time with his significant other, Amy, hiking and traveling the world.

As Total Source opens in the Vegas market, we are excited to have Weston lead our efforts. Weston has been a broker in the market for 13 years working with large casino groups, chains, end users, and all points of distribution. He has been in a leadership position with a national broker for the past 5 years and brings a unique understanding of the Vegas market and a wealth of relationships to Total Source.

Kris started his career as a professional chef after attending the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, NY. Over the next 15 years, he served as Executive Chef for private country clubs in New York, Atlanta, and Houston. His transition into the equipment business started with Rational combi ovens as a Regional Sales Manager/Executive Chef. Following that he spent the next 10 years as Sales Director with Piper Products with a focus on schools and multi-unit accounts. His understanding of kitchen operations allows him to find creative solutions for customers’ challenges.

Salvador was born in Albuquerque, NM. He grew up in his family’s owned restaurant in Espanola, NM. Worked at Flying Star, Geckos, and Antiquity.  Spent 10 years working in a hospital before joining the broker world in December on 2019 right before the pandemic.

Salvador is married to his lovely wife for 7 years now, and they have two dogs named Basil and Thyme. Salvador and wife love to go camping with their dog’s.