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title: "Goodcents Operator Wins Top Local Awards"
url: https://burnaze.com/article/377c25af-8f01-467f-a9ba-c708cffc3d73
source: "QSR Magazine"
original_url: https://www.qsrmagazine.com/news/goodcents-operator-wins-top-local-awards/
category: "Bakery & breakfast"
industry: "Restaurants"
segment: "Bakery & breakfast"
published: 2026-07-15T14:16:53.000Z
modified: 2026-10-31T13:16:49.719Z
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# Goodcents Operator Wins Top Local Awards

**TL;DR:** Jax Johnson, owner of the first Goodcents franchise in Texas, has earned the location its second consecutive "Best of Katy" award for 2025 and 2026. Johnson's community-first approach has contributed to the location's success and she plans to increase her presence in the Houston metro area.

*originally published in QSR Magazine on 2026-07-15. [Read the original](https://www.qsrmagazine.com/news/goodcents-operator-wins-top-local-awards/).*

## Story

Jax Johnson, the owner of the first and only Goodcents franchise in Texas, recently earned the location its second consecutive “Best of Katy” award for 2025 and 2026, recognizing excellence in both Catering and Sandwich Shop categories. Goodcents also placed second for Best Locally Owned Restaurant. Johnson is redefining the local restaurant experience by bringing a touch of Midwest hospitality to the heart of Katy.

Her very first job as a Goodcents employee left a lasting impression: Johnson missed the brand after moving to Texas in 2014 and became determined to bring that familiar, quality experience to her new community.

Johnson’s journey to becoming a business pillar in Katy was marked by significant personal and professional hurdles. Before the store’s doors even opened, she was diagnosed with a brain tumor that required major surgery. Despite these challenges, Johnson remained undeterred, viewing her business as a platform for community connection.

“It’s all heart and everything else follows,” Johnson said. “Katy has a small-town feel despite being in a metro. If it’s raining, we [Goodcents] grab an umbrella and walk customers to their cars. If an elderly customer approaches, staff members actively run to open the door for them.”

Johnson’s Goodcents location actively supports the Katy community, including a partnership with Social Motion Skills, a non-profit that provides life path solutions for those with autism. The restaurant continues to provide a supportive environment for individuals on the autism spectrum, including employment opportunities and frequently hosting monthly meetups where attendees practice social skills by independently ordering and paying for their own meals.

Her community-first approach extends beyond the storefront. Johnson frequently utilizes her parking lot to host local pet adoption events, reflecting her background and her love for animals. Her attention to detail is most visible in her catering work with local schools.

“I package individual baggies of veggies and condiments separately to prevent sandwiches from getting soggy in Goodcents lunch boxes,” Johnson said. “The boxes are sealed with personalized name stickers so teachers can quickly reference them.”

As she looks toward the future, Johnson plans to increase her presence in the Houston metro area. Her goal remains clear: to build localized brand recognition through authentic relationships and a dedication to the community she now calls home.

## Entities

- QSR (sector)
- franchise expansion (topic)
- QSR Magazine (publication)
- texas (location)
- community involvement (topic)
- houston (location)
- award winning (topic)
- Goodcents (company)
- Katy (location)
- local recognition (topic)
- Jax Johnson (person)
- Social Motion Skills (company)

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Originally reported by QSR Magazine (https://www.qsrmagazine.com/news/goodcents-operator-wins-top-local-awards/). Summarized by Burnaze (https://burnaze.com/article/377c25af-8f01-467f-a9ba-c708cffc3d73).