Jack in the Box president Schultz to retireJack in the Box president Schultz to retire

Molly Gise

SAN DIEGO Jack in the Box Inc. said Monday that its president and chief operating officer, Paul L. Schultz, would retire Jan. 31 after 36 years with the company.

Schultz was hired in 1973 as a crewmember at a Jack in the Box store in Covina, Calif., and worked his way up to regional manager. He moved to the company's corporate headquarters in 1988 and was one of three executives with responsibility for the chain's company and franchise restaurant operations. He was promoted to his current posts of president and COO in 2005.

"Paul's dedication and commitment to Jack in the Box throughout his long career with the organization is unsurpassed," said Linda A. Lang, chairman and chief executive. "Although his presence will be missed, we are fortunate that Paul will leave behind a lasting legacy that will endure for years to come due to the tremendous impact he has had on our people and our culture."

San Diego-based Jack in the Box Inc. operates or franchises 2,200 namesake fast-food restaurants as well as 500 Qdoba Mexican Grill fast-casual locations.

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