Alumni Spotlight - Jeff Doleshel

Ray’s Drive-In has been an Everett institution since 1962. Founder Ray Campbell opened the business the same year as the Seattle World’s Fair and thanks to Ray’s grandson, Jeff Doleshel, the business is still going strong.

Jeff began working at Ray’s in high school and continued while attending EvCC. “Having a flexible schedule at EvCC was a huge advantage, given the hectic demands of the restaurant,” said Jeff. He took over the eatery in 1999 and recently took advantage of EvCC’s Small Business Accelerator Signature Program. “I take pride in employing more than a few students,” Jeff said, “as well as serving great food since our inception.”