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Former Moe’s Southwest Grill exec will lead new expansion and brand evolution for customizable bowl brand
The quick-service beef bowl concept Yoshinoya Japanese Kitchen has named former Moe’s Southwest Grill executive Jon Gilliam CEO, the company said Wednesday. He replaces former CEO Dar Vasseghi, who is now CEO of Tartine Bakery.
Gilliam, who served previously as Moe’s vice president of operations and retail technology, joins Yoshinoya as the Torrance, Calif.-based chain plans to ramp up expansion. Gilliam will play a pivotal role in guiding the brand evolution, streamlining operations and enhancing the menu, the company said. The chain is already testing a new kitchen layout to increase throughput and enhance the guest experience.
Former Moe s Southwest Grill exec Jon Gilliam is taking the reins at Yoshinoya U.S. (Photo provided)
June 3, 2021
Former s Moe s Southwest Grill operations executive Jon Gilliam has been named CEO at Yoshinoya Japanese Kitchen U.S., as the brand prepares for rapid growth nationally, according to a news release. Gilliam will guide the brand one of the world s oldest QSRs and help streamline operations and enhance menu offerings.
At his former position with Moe s Southwest Grill, Gilliam was vice president of operations and retail technology and spearheaded that brand s tech, design, training and operations modernization. He previously had leadership roles at Jamba, SusieCakes Bakery and Starbucks.
/PRNewswire/ Yoshinoya Japanese Kitchen, known for its insanely craveable Japanese-inspired rice bowls, announces Jon Gilliam as its Chief Executive Officer..