Portillo's
Garrett Kern's work experience includes a variety of roles in the food and hospitality industry. Garrett started their career as the owner of Garrett's Table in 2007 and later served as the General Manager for the Moto Restaurant Group from 2008 to 2012. In 2012, they joined Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. as a Finance & Operations Analyst until 2014. From 2014 to 2017, they worked as an Associate in Asset Management for Tishman Hotel Corporation. Garrett then joined Bain & Company in 2017 as a Consultant and later became a Case Team Leader. In 2019, they joined Portillo's as the Senior Director of Strategy and eventually became the Vice President of Strategy & Culinary in October 2021.
Garrett Kern obtained a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) degree from The University of Chicago Booth School of Business from 2014 to 2017. Prior to that, they earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in History from the University of Michigan between 2004 and 2008. Additionally, they have a certification as a Certified Sommelier from the Court of Master Sommeliers, obtained in 2011.
Portillo's
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Hot dog! Since 1963, Portillo’s has been serving unrivaled Chicago street food in nostalgic themed restaurants. Get your buns ready for some delicious food! Will it be our classic Chicago-style hot dog or our legendary Italian beef sandwich with home-cooked sweet peppers? Perhaps you’re in the mood for one of our char-grilled burgers or a chopped salad. No matter what you order, finish your meal with a slice of our fresh-baked chocolate cake or a chocolate cake shake. There’s something for everyone at Portillo’s! In 1963, Dick Portillo and his wife Sharon invested their life savings of $1,100 into a hot dog stand called “The Dog House” in Villa Park, IL. The Dog House didn’t have running water or a bathroom. Dick had to run garden hoses from a local business to get the water he needed. The menu was simple – hot dogs, tamales, fries and a coke, all for under 35 cents. Through Dick’s hard work and determination, the Dog House evolved into Portillo’s and has become what it is today. Come and enjoy our legendary food served by the friendliest people in the business. Even better? Join our growing team!