Qdoba names Applebee exec as next COO
The fast-casual chain is touting its continued growth alongside Carroll’s appointment. Qdoba says it posted a 7.7% increase in comp sales for its fiscal year ending September 2024, on top of last year's 6.3% comp sales growth. Qdoba plans to double the size of its current footprint to more than 1,600 restaurants over the next decade.
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"I'm fired up to be partnering with John again in support of this extraordinarily well-positioned brand," said Carroll. "Qdoba is indeed the best kept secret in the restaurant industry, and I'm looking forward to working alongside our talented team and franchise partners to unlock our full potential."
Founded in 1995 and based in San Diego, Qdoba is the second-largest fast-casual Mexican food chain.