In a move aimed at helping fuel its expansion plans, Big Bad Breakfast appointed Wayne Baumgardner to serve as chief operating officer (COO) and Jeffry Gordon as chief administrative officer for the 10-unit chain that serves a southern-inspired menu.

“Wayne and Gordon, along with the executive team will work together to further shape and drive BBB’s strategy operations nationwide,” said John Currence, founder and CEO of Big Bad Breakfast.

As part of a career that spans more than three decades, Baumgardner has served in variety of leadership roles at Outback Steakhouse, Raising Cane’s and Sysco.