Chip Romp has been named Vice President of Training, and restaurant development professional for Buffets, Inc. He will based at the company's headquarters in Greer.
Jay Allen has been named Senior Vice President of Real Estate and Development for Buffet's, Inc. He will based at the company's headquarters in Greer.
Buffets brands include Hometown Buffet, Ryan’s, Country Buffet, Old Country Buffet and Fire Mountain
“We are carefully sourcing the best talent in our industry,” said Anthony Wedo, CEO of Buffets, Inc. “Our appointments of Chip and Jay help to cement our commitment to elevating our entire enterprise, from our hospitality to our facilities and to becoming a world-class organization.”
Allen’s 25-year experience encompasses the complete development process including real estate, design, construction, FF&E procurement, and project and facilities management. His portfolio represents over $4 billion of completed work in place.
Allen will oversee the real estate, design and concept development of current and future concepts. He will also be responsible for the company’s construction strategies and contract management.
Romp has more than 20 years of senior level multi-unit restaurant operations and training experience with brands such as Fazoli’s, Applebee’s International, Damon’s International and Jillian’s Entertainment.
He will be responsible for all front and back-of-house training programs, including onboarding initiatives for new employees and leadership development for all field and corporate employees.
Wedo emphasized that the brands’ investment in better training and support of its employees is the foundation of the company’s turnaround efforts. “Our employees are what drive this business. Attracting someone of Chip’s talents speak volumes as to how far we have come in a short time.”