The Operations Team

 
 

Mirka Caselli

Executive assistant - special project manager

get to know me:

I was born and raised in Italy where hospitality is everywhere and in everyone. Feeling welcome and sharing human connections through food has been the religion that has made me who I am today. With a psychology background I explored restaurants, bars, catering and event planning worlds in many different countries (Europe - Asia - Pacific Isalnds - New Zealand - Central America). After traveling and working all over the world, from Europe, the Pacific Islands and New Zealand, I ended up in San Diego where I met the most inspiring and passionate people that were speaking my language: delivering memorable experiences, giving love through food....here at The Wild Thyme Company! I finally found a place where I belong. I'm looking forward to continuing to grow and finding new ways to share the love.

  • Favorite food at 2:00am: Pizza!

  • The love of my life is: The beach

  • Knife, fork, or spoon? Spoon

  • Favorite city/country to eat/drink my way through: Anywhere in Italy!

  • Why I’m a foodie:  I grew up in an environment where food was not considered simply food. It’s an expression of love, it’s an experience that can change lives.

 
 

Whitney Proctor

Payroll & Accounting Administrator

get to know me:

After decades at home raising my children, I began my second career at The Wild Thyme Company in 2021.
With a degree in History & English, and a love of numbers and people, I jumped into the role of administrator in the Accounting & HR Department.
Life is funny, because now I cannot imagine loving a job more. I look forward to my work every day, love new challenges, and anticipate growth and many years as a Wild Thyme Foodie.
I came for the work, stayed for the people, and appreciate the delicious food more every day.

  • What I want to eat/drink right now: Big bacon and egg breakfast and a mimosa

  • The love of my life is: My 7 children

  • I’m inspired by: My amazing co-workers

  • Favorite food at 2am? Del Taco half pound green burrito

  • Why I’m a foodie: Because of the people, the food, the environment and the fun

 
 

Brandon Hawk

Bar and rental specialist

get to know me:

I am a positive-minded person with 11 years of catering experience. It was love at first sight. A friend pulled me into this world almost by accident. And guess what?!?! I was good at it! I love the challenge of thinking about all the ways we can deliver a perfect experience for everyone involved and seeing it come to life. There is no better feeling than that!

  • What I want to eat/drink right now: Tacos and a Michelada

  • My favorite aroma is: Lemon zest

  • I’ll never eat/drink: Onions, pistachios

  • Favorite childhood food memory: Making breakfast while camping with the family

  • Why I’m a foodie: TWTC has a great work environment and team setting

 
 

Bryen Borneman

event experience manager

get to know me:

The food/hospitality industry for many years was a way for me to provide for my family. I can really say it was not until recently that I view the “Foodie Life” very different. I now am seeing this industry as a lifestyle, a way to express fun and joy through taste and experience.

  • What I want to eat/drink right now: Starbucks Mango-Dragonfruit Refresher w/passion tea and no inclusions

  • My passion is: Researching Bigfoot

  • Favorite childhood food memory: My mom’s casseroles

  • I’m inspired by: Nature

  • Why I’m a foodie: Food sparks conversation, it’s a common link that all living things search for, and it tastes super good!

 
 

Alex Skubis

Operations Coordinator

get to know me:

A born and raised Californian with a decade of New York City life and catering experience in the books. Always up for a great party, the event industry was a magnetizing career choice. I feel that when fun and interesting people come together to plan the next big bash, there’s no telling how radical we can make this party. Cheers!

  • My favorite aroma is: Japanese steamed green tea fresh from the pot.

  • Knife, fork, or spoon? Spatula

  • I started cooking when: When my wife allowed me the honor.

  • Favorite food at 2:00 AM: Hawaiian pizza with jalapenos. Waiting for the oven to heat up is the hardest part. Ranch mixed with hot sauce as your dippin’ side kick.

  • Why I’m a foodie: New to San Diego, I sought out the best catering company in the area. The Wild Thyme Company took the crown!

 

Enrik Elmazi

warehouse OPERATOR

get to know me:

I was born and raised in Albania for 23 years, and when suddenly everything changed and I came to San Diego in 2022 where I started my first job at Wild Thyme Company. I found good and supportive people here. From a barber in another country to a completely different position here, but this made me adapt and get to know everything in this country. I meet new people, new foods, things and everything here. I like to work hard and create a background in this wonderful country. I will always try to increase my values ​​in the work I do with respect and love for all of you!!

  • What do you do in your free time? When I am free I like to relax and spend time with my son and also watch movies.

  • What is one thing on your bucket list? In my bucket list is to make my family proud and to be someone in life.

  • What High 5’s resonate with you the most? Respect and huddle.

  • What do you want to drink right now? Grilled meat and a glass of red wine…in a quiet place…

  • Why I’m a foodie: Because I like to be active and experience a new way how to make people happy and offer them them the best food and service