Jean Leathersich

Jean Leathersich serves as the Director of Culinary Innovation and Commercialization at CKE Restaurants, Inc. since April 2016, where responsibilities include leading the culinary commercialization group for Hardee's and Carl's Jr. brands, focusing on the commercialization of test and limited-time offers, as well as core menu product changes. Previous roles at CKE Restaurants include Senior Manager of Culinary Commercialization and Culinary Innovation Manager, emphasizing innovation and growth in breakfast and core menu items. Prior experience encompasses positions as Product Development Manager at Colleen's Cookies & Cafe, Pastry Chef at Mondelez International, and Packaging Engineer at Kraft Foods and Merck. Jean holds an Associate of Arts and Sciences in Baking and Pastry Arts and Culinary Arts from St. Louis Community College and a Bachelor of Science in Packaging Science from the Rochester Institute of Technology.