Multiconcept operator CKE Restaurants Holdings appointed Eric Wyatt senior vice president, Hardee’s operations. Wyatt is no stranger to the chain restaurant world, most recently serving as chief operating officer for Boston Market Corp. and Corner Bakery Cafe.

Wyatt’s background also includes executive management positions with Taco Bell corporate and franchise groups, Starbucks and American Bread Company, a franchisee of Panera Bread.

In his new role, Wyatt will oversee the company and franchised domestic operations for more than 1,750 Hardee’s restaurants in the Southern and Midwestern U.S.