Jack in the Box Inc. has named Lance Tucker as chief financial officer, effective Jan. 13, the company said Wednesday.
The San Diego, Calif.-based company, which also owns the Del Taco brand, said Tucker is currently CFO of Davidson Hospitality Group. He has also served as CFO at CKE Restaurants Inc. and Papa John’s International Inc.
Tucker earlier served as CFO of Jack in the Box from March 2018 to July 2020.
Tucker succeeds Brian Scott, who stepped down in November.
“We are thrilled to welcome back Lance to the Jack in the Box family,” Darin Harris, Jack in the Box CEO, said in a statement. “His strong leadership qualities have proven to be a great fit with our executive team. Also, Lance’s strategic expertise will strengthen our financial foundation and drive our goals forward.”
As CFO, Tucker will oversee all aspects of financial strategy, planning, and operations. He will also collaborate with the executive team.
"I am excited to return to Jack in the Box and rejoin a team that shares my passion for innovation and excellence,” Tucker said. “With the company’s momentum and the strengthened relationship with our franchisees, I really look forward to the opportunity to collaborate more closely with them, listening to their unique challenges and opportunities.”
Jack in the Box has about 2,200 restaurants in 21 states. Del Taco has about 600 restaurants in 16 states.
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