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Portillo’s Appoints Kevin Kalicak As Chief Financial Officer

PUBLIC · PTLOAug 04, 2026•5 days ago

Position

Chief Financial Officer

Company

Portillo’s

Kevin Kalicak
Oak BrookFood and BeverageHospitalityRestaurants

Description

Portillo’s announced the appointment of Kevin Kalicak as Chief Financial Officer, effective September 7, 2026. Kalicak brings decades of financial leadership, having served most recently as Senior Vice President of Finance for Olive Garden.

Company Information

Company

Portillo’s

Location

2001 Spring Rd

Oak Brook, Illinois, United States

About

Portillo’s is a fast-casual restaurant known for its menu of unrivaled Chicago-style street food. The company is focused on expanding and scaling nationwide while preserving its authentic Chicago roots and commitment to quality.

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