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Togo's appoints new COO

Jim Peros will oversee all operations and the expansion of the brand's restaurants throughout the West.

November 14, 2014

Togo's Eateries Inc. announced it has named Jim Peros as its new chief operating officer.

Peros will oversee all operations and the expansion of the brand's restaurants throughout the West. His role includes leading franchise and company restaurant operations across the franchise operations team, training department and operations services group.

"Jim is a seasoned and trusted leader, who brings a strong operational background to the Togo's system," said Chairman and CEO Tony Gioia in a company press release. "His expertise and proven track record of success with renowned foodservice companies will help us further raise our standards of operational excellence as we continue to expand the brand's presence in new and existing markets throughout the Western United States."

Prior to opening his own restaurant consulting firm in 2013, Peros spent nearly seven years with the IHOP Corporation where he held several executive positions, including interim president and senior vice president of operations services. He also spent 15 years working in the Taco Bell division of Yum Brands! holding various leadership roles in marketing, systems, menu development and operations.