Red Lobster announced the appointment of Larry Konecny as chief operating officer. Konecny will lead the operational strategy for Red Lobster's 545 restaurants across the U.S. and Canada.
Reporting directly to CEO Damola Adamolekun, he will drive initiatives to deliver elevated food quality, customer service and operational efficiency while fostering a culture rooted in teamwork and excellence.
Konecny most recently served as COO and chief concept officer at Maggiano's Little Italy, where he led the brand through a period of record-breaking sales and profit growth while fostering a best-in-class guest and team experience. His tenure as vice president of innovation and restaurant support at Maggiano's included leading a significant menu transformation, revitalizing lunch traffic, and leveraging the brand's unique story to drive double-digit growth in key categories.
With 30 years of experience in restaurant operations, Konecny has consistently demonstrated his ability to lead expansion efforts, reverse sales trends, and optimize key operational metrics. His philosophy centers on developing stable, high-quality leadership and building engaged teams to achieve excellence at all levels.
