Staffing

Qdoba hires former Little Caesars CDO

March 18, 2024

Qdoba Mexican Eats has hired Jeremy Vitaro, former CDO of Little Caesars Pizza, to fill the same role at the 750-unit chain.

"We are thrilled with Jeremy's decision to join the Qdoba leadership team," John Cywinski, CEO of Qdoba and Modern Market Eatery, said in a press release. "Qdoba is an exceptionally well-positioned brand and what I consider to be the best kept secret in the restaurant industry. I'm confident Jeremy is the right leader to partner with our franchisees to unlock our full potential, both in and outside of the U.S."

Before Little Caesars, Vitaro worked at Dunkin' Brands for 18 years. From 2018 through 2020, as vice president of U.S. development, Vitaro opened over 1,000 Dunkin' restaurants. From 2012 through 2017, he was VP of international development, opening over 4,000 Dunkin' and Baskin-Robbins units.

"I am extremely excited to help Qdoba drive strong, healthy growth by partnering with our terrific franchise partners," Vitaro in the release. "The brand has a unique and attractive position within a great category and a very talented team, as well as a strong franchisee and corporate restaurant foundation upon which to build."