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Steve Ampula Retires After 41 Years With Pizza Hut

September 6, 2018 by SARAH MADSEN in Awards & Recognition, Careers, Deliver FUN, Stories

The time has come, and we are losing a great one from the Above-Restaurant Leader ranks at Pizza Hut. Steve Ampula will be hanging up his pan grippers on September 11, and all those who have had the pleasure of working with Steve will miss his leadership.

Steve began his career with Pizza Hut when he was hired as a cook right after graduating from Florida State with a degree in Meteorology. (He still has the looks and the hair for TV.) Steve was quickly promoted to Shift Manager, and four months later, he was promoted to Assistant Manager. He caught the “Pizza Hut fever” as he was promoted to RGM and then Area Manager in 1982 in Rome, Georgia. Steve went on to be a Region Manager in Louisiana, Mississippi and Florida. He has touched the lives of future leaders across the country as their supervisor and mentor as he has worked in many different states during his 41 years.

Steve’s fondest memory while with Pizza Hut happened early in his tenure with the company. He met a fantastic server, Carol, and eventually they fell in love, got married and have recently celebrated 38 years together.  They have a son and two grandchildren.

Steve has meant a great deal to the teams and colleagues he has worked with over the years. He will truly be missed, and we all appreciate Steve for his willingness to help anyone, his quick wit, sharp intelligence and maniacal approach to the business.  Thank you for 41 great years, Steve Ampula!

September 6, 2018
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77 Comments
  1. JOHN CORNELISON September 6, 2018 at 1:13 pm Reply

    I’m sad. 🙁

    • STEPHEN AMPULA September 6, 2018 at 6:23 pm Reply

      Dont be Sad….. I can still visit…on my way to the beach

  2. ANDI SEARCY September 6, 2018 at 1:14 pm Reply

    Steve have a great retirement.. Enjoy….

    • STEPHEN AMPULA September 6, 2018 at 6:20 pm Reply

      Thanks so much! Great working with you.

  3. DIANNE MITCHELL September 6, 2018 at 1:14 pm Reply

    Happy retirement!!!!!

    • STEPHEN AMPULA September 6, 2018 at 6:18 pm Reply

      Thank you!

  4. CHARLES OUELLETTE September 6, 2018 at 1:36 pm Reply

    Congrats, Steve!

  5. ANITA BURGAR September 6, 2018 at 1:40 pm Reply

    A Very Happy retirement, Steve. I will miss you.

  6. JACOB SONDER September 6, 2018 at 2:01 pm Reply

    Enjoy your retirement and those grand kids, I can’t wait until my day comes..

  7. TIM MOTTA September 6, 2018 at 2:29 pm Reply

    Congrats Steve! Enjoy your retirement, you will be missed!

    • STEPHEN AMPULA September 6, 2018 at 6:19 pm Reply

      Thank you sir! Hope things going well for you.

  8. STEVEN HADEN September 6, 2018 at 2:46 pm Reply

    Congrats Steve!! One of the best managers out there as far as the Pittsburg CMC is concerned!! We’ll miss you!

    • STEPHEN AMPULA September 6, 2018 at 3:26 pm Reply

      Thanks I appreciate it.

  9. ZACHARY CONE September 6, 2018 at 3:01 pm Reply

    Congratulations Steve! Enjoy retirement 🙂

    • STEPHEN AMPULA September 6, 2018 at 6:22 pm Reply

      Thanks! I know you will have a great time at stadium!

  10. SETH PAULSON September 6, 2018 at 3:20 pm Reply

    Congratulations on your retirement! Thanks for all you’ve done!

  11. LAURA SNIDER September 6, 2018 at 3:23 pm Reply

    Congratulations on your retirement! Thanks for all of your time @ the HUT!

  12. KEVION QUIZON September 6, 2018 at 3:24 pm Reply

    Thanks for everything Steve! I’ll miss all of your great jokes around the hut!

  13. BERTRAM WYNN September 6, 2018 at 4:40 pm Reply

    Congratulation Steve Amp. have an enjoyable retirement !!

  14. SCOTT MCWEY September 6, 2018 at 6:05 pm Reply

    Enjoy your retirement Steve! You may consider comedy as a part time gig in your experienced phase of life

  15. ERIN MOORE September 7, 2018 at 12:15 am Reply

    Congruations Steve! Well deserved! Happy retirement!

  16. THOMAS WHITE September 7, 2018 at 6:53 am Reply

    Enjoy your well deserved retirement and thanks for everything you did to help so many people over the years!!!

  17. STONEY JONES September 7, 2018 at 7:29 am Reply

    Congratulations Steve and thank you for 41 years of dedicated service!!

  18. INGEBORG HUMPHREY September 7, 2018 at 7:40 am Reply

    Congratulations Steve !! Happy Retirement !

    • STEPHEN AMPULA September 8, 2018 at 9:18 am Reply

      Thank you Inga! I still remember that first class we were in together in Louisville a few years back.

  19. RONNY SAWIKI September 7, 2018 at 7:43 am Reply

    Enjoy your retirement!!

  20. MICHAEL SHIVOK September 7, 2018 at 8:09 am Reply

    Congrats Steve! I’ll miss seeing you around, but I’m sure you will enjoy retirement. Best wishes buddy.

    • STEPHEN AMPULA September 8, 2018 at 9:16 am Reply

      Thanks a bunch Mike. Enjoyed our time together. Keep things going in Albany!

  21. CARLA FOUNTAIN September 7, 2018 at 8:45 am Reply

    WHOOP WHOOP WAY TO GO STEVE. WELL DESERVED MY FRIEND. YOU WILL BE MISSED.

    • STEPHEN AMPULA September 8, 2018 at 9:13 am Reply

      Thank you! Yes weve know each other a long time. Pizza Hut of Fla were fun times too.

  22. RACHEL BERRY September 7, 2018 at 9:01 am Reply

    It has been my pleasure to work with you Steve over the years. I will always remember our Shreveport, LA years when we met and worked together for the first time. Wishing you a very happy and enjoyable retirement!! I am sure the grandchildren will help fill your new carefree lifestyle. Take care!

    • STEPHEN AMPULA September 8, 2018 at 9:15 am Reply

      Thank you! Yes we go back a few years. (you were a baby them 🙂 ) I enjoyed working with you and hope you and your family the best. Yes Ill keep bust with the grand kids

  23. DELLA LANN September 7, 2018 at 9:05 am Reply

    Congratulations Steve…. I will miss you at the conferences…… HAVE FUN!!!!!

    • STEPHEN AMPULA September 8, 2018 at 9:12 am Reply

      Thank you Della and I will miss you also.

  24. KARL DIXON September 7, 2018 at 9:57 am Reply

    Well deserved Steve! I’ve always enjoyed working with you and appreciate your partnership! Glad you’re going to enjoy time with your grandkids. We’ll miss you!

    • STEPHEN AMPULA September 8, 2018 at 9:11 am Reply

      Thanks for the kind words and I also will miss working with you.

  25. KRISTINE OUELLETTE September 7, 2018 at 10:03 am Reply

    Congratulations! Enjoy retirement!

  26. LYNDSEY BASINGER September 7, 2018 at 11:06 am Reply

    Well deserved! Enjoy retirement!

  27. BRIAN HERNDON September 7, 2018 at 12:19 pm Reply

    Enjoy retirement ! It has been good to know and work with you over the years.

    • STEPHEN AMPULA September 8, 2018 at 9:10 am Reply

      Thank you Brian. I appreciate it. I may still stop by on my travels.

  28. ERIC BROEKER September 7, 2018 at 12:24 pm Reply

    Congratulations Steve

    • STEPHEN AMPULA September 8, 2018 at 9:09 am Reply

      Thank you. I enjoyed our accquaintence even if we never worked together. Keep things going!

  29. SABRINA MCGOWAN September 7, 2018 at 12:51 pm Reply

    For he’s a jolly, good fellow
    For he’s a jolly, good fellow!
    Happy Retirement, Steve!

    • STEPHEN AMPULA September 8, 2018 at 9:08 am Reply

      Ha HA!! Thanks. I will still be by to visit.

  30. LAURENCE ELLSPERMAN September 7, 2018 at 2:01 pm Reply

    Congratulations.
    Laurence Ellsperman
    RGM- Wendy’s Dillsburg, Pa #6426

  31. DOMINIQUE ROBERTS September 7, 2018 at 2:21 pm Reply

    congratulations steve, thanks for being a great boss truly going to miss you and your wisdom!

    • STEPHEN AMPULA September 8, 2018 at 9:07 am Reply

      Thank you. I appreciate it. Ill still come by and visit.

  32. CRYSTAL MINCKS September 7, 2018 at 2:57 pm Reply

    Congratulations Steve! You will be missed!

    • STEPHEN AMPULA September 8, 2018 at 9:06 am Reply

      Thanks you and Ive enjoyed working with you even if we never met!

  33. STEPHEN JOHNSON September 7, 2018 at 3:05 pm Reply

    That is awesome!!!!

  34. ANDREW DIXON September 7, 2018 at 3:18 pm Reply

    Congrats Steve! The whole NPC family will miss you! HUT HUT HUT HUT HUT

  35. LISA OLIVERIO September 7, 2018 at 3:37 pm Reply

    Steve, AGM conferences will not be the same without you. Thank you for being a fantastic role model over the years and providing fantastic competition.

    • STEPHEN AMPULA September 8, 2018 at 9:06 am Reply

      I appreciate the kind words and hope you the best to continue.

  36. JIM PHILLIPS September 8, 2018 at 7:38 am Reply

    Congratulations Steve, ENJOY!

    • CHELSEA LEVY September 9, 2018 at 3:45 pm Reply

      congrats Congrats

  37. JEFFREY STARK September 8, 2018 at 11:43 am Reply

    Steve I cant tell you how much you helped me early in my career with you daily visits and the numerous notes you left for me to help build my capabilities. It was a pleasure to have you as my AGM and a greater pleasure as a peer. I will miss seeing you at the PBR’s. Good luck in your retirement!!!

    • STEPHEN AMPULA September 9, 2018 at 6:56 am Reply

      Thank you kind sir! Ill keep in touch.

  38. WAVA SISCO September 8, 2018 at 8:43 pm Reply

    Awww so sweet! Enjoy!

  39. THERESA RUCKMAN September 9, 2018 at 8:57 am Reply

    Congratulations Mr Steve!!!!!!!!!!! Enjoy retirement!

  40. ANDREW CHUSKO September 9, 2018 at 4:57 pm Reply

    I miss living in that town!

  41. SHERRY DAVIS September 10, 2018 at 5:47 am Reply

    Congratulations Steve! Enjoy spending time with the family. I’ve enjoyed seeing you as you have always been a kind person to me. Best of luck in your new adventure in life!

    • STEPHEN AMPULA September 11, 2018 at 7:17 am Reply

      Thanks! Glad you are back with us again!

  42. ARSTELLA ARVIE September 10, 2018 at 1:22 pm Reply

    Enjoy your retirement MR. AMPULA!!!!!

    • STEPHEN AMPULA September 11, 2018 at 7:17 am Reply

      Thanks Stella! Good to know you all those years ago. Glad you are doing well.

  43. JEAN ALLEN September 10, 2018 at 2:41 pm Reply

    GODSPEED!!!! ENJOY!!!!

  44. ANGELLE HOLLISTER September 10, 2018 at 2:56 pm Reply

    congrats….enjoy your retirement!

  45. KEITH BAILEY September 10, 2018 at 3:50 pm Reply

    Shall never be the same.

  46. MICHAEL BEINHAUER September 11, 2018 at 7:44 am Reply

    Steve,

    I’ve come to know you care about employees, customers and the operation of your stores. Congratulations on your retirement!! Also, please avoid plaids, pastels and knickers on the golf course, enjoy the early bid dinners!!

    Congrats!!

    • STEPHEN AMPULA September 11, 2018 at 10:50 am Reply

      Thanks Mike! Good working with you. Guess I wont break anything my last day! lol

  47. PHILIP MITCHELL September 11, 2018 at 9:58 am Reply

    Congrats Steve!!! I hope you enjoy your retirement!

  48. KENT HORTIN September 11, 2018 at 7:48 pm Reply

    Have a GREAT retirement Steve. You deserve it!

  49. KELLI PALUMBO September 12, 2018 at 8:13 am Reply

    Congrats Steve! It has been a pleasure working with you over the years. Enjoy your well deserved retirement!!

  50. LORIE FRANKLIN September 17, 2018 at 7:52 pm Reply

    Happy retirement Steve!

  51. LAKEYA OLIVER September 20, 2018 at 5:13 pm Reply

    Steve, we got so used to you that we’re actually going to miss you!!!!!! Good luck with all your future endeavors. 🙂

  52. AUSTIN WEST September 20, 2018 at 7:52 pm Reply

    We love you Steve <3

  53. DIAMOND PHILLIPS October 10, 2018 at 7:32 pm Reply

    Congrats! Enjoy!!

  54. JOSEPH VASSALO June 17, 2019 at 12:17 pm Reply

    Congrats! That’s great!

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