Leadership & Pay ·
Portillo's Inc. appointed Kevin Kalicak as Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, effective September 7, 2026…
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Portillo's Inc. appointed Kevin Kalicak as Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, effective September 7, 2026, succeeding Interim CFO Pamela Smith. Kalicak brings over 25 years of financial leadership experience from Darden Restaurants, where he most recently served as Senior Vice President of Finance for Olive Garden. His compensation package includes a $500,000 base salary, a target annual bonus of 75% of base salary, and a Long-Term Incentive Plan with a target value of $750,000 split between restricted stock units and performance stock units. He will also receive a $100,000 sign-on cash award, a guaranteed 2026 annual incentive payment of $187,500, and up to $100,000 in relocation reimbursement. Additionally, the company granted him a one-time inducement award of RSUs valued at $825,000, vesting ratably over three years. Portillo's operates as a fast-casual restaurant chain known for Chicago-style favorites.