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title: "Wendy's Invites Fans to Apply to Be First-Ever Chief Tasting Officer by March 30"
url: https://burnaze.com/article/1b95855e-c780-4890-96ab-b3ebc3517786
source: "Franchising.com"
original_url: https://www.franchising.com/news/20260311_wendys_invites_fans_to_apply_to_be_firstever_chief_tasting_officer_by_march.html
category: "Burger"
industry: "Restaurants"
segment: "Burger"
topics: ["People"]
published: 2026-03-11T12:00:00.000Z
modified: 2026-10-31T16:54:06.570Z
image: https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1568901346375-23c9450c58cd?w=1600&q=80&auto=format&fit=crop
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# Wendy's Invites Fans to Apply to Be First-Ever Chief Tasting Officer by March 30

**TL;DR:** Wendy's is searching for a Chief Tasting Officer, inviting fans to submit a 1-minute video showcasing their passion and palate by March 30. The role aims to celebrate real opinions and brand love, with the chosen candidate helping the company stay true to its values.

*originally published in Franchising.com on 2026-03-11. [Read the original](https://www.franchising.com/news/20260311_wendys_invites_fans_to_apply_to_be_firstever_chief_tasting_officer_by_march.html).*

## Story

Wendy's is looking for someone who can bring the vibes, creativity and taste buds to the table in ways no one else can. To stand out as the perfect Chief Tasting Officer candidate, fans can submit a 1-minute video that showcases their Wendy's passion, personality and palate. The deadline is March 30 at 11:59 p.m. ET – don't wait.

"The response has been incredible and exactly what we hoped for – high energy, high creativity and a lot of genuine enthusiasm," said Lindsay Radkoski, U.S. Chief Marketing Officer, The Wendy's Company. "We're inviting fans to bring their genuine love for Wendy's into the spotlight. This isn't a corporate role – it's a cultural one, designed to celebrate real opinions, real taste and real brand love."

Through this honorary role, one passionate voice will help us stay true to what makes Wendy's famous: listening to our fans, staying curious about what comes next and never settling for anything less than legendary. Are you ready for a chance to be Wendy's Chief Tasting Officer?

## Entities

- Franchising.com (publication)
- Restaurants (sector)
- Wendy's (company)
- marketing campaign (topic)
- brand promotion (topic)
- Lindsay Radkoski (person)
- fan engagement (topic)

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Originally reported by Franchising.com (https://www.franchising.com/news/20260311_wendys_invites_fans_to_apply_to_be_firstever_chief_tasting_officer_by_march.html). Summarized by Burnaze (https://burnaze.com/article/1b95855e-c780-4890-96ab-b3ebc3517786).