Red Robin hires longtime Bloomin’ leader as CFO

Red Robin Gourmet Burgers has hired longtime Bloomin’ Brands leader Mark Graff as its new CFO.

Graff joins the 500-unit casual-dining burger chain after nearly 14 years with the Outback Steakhouse parent. Most recently, he was president of Bonefish Grill and fine dining at Bloomin’ from November 2023 to November 2025.

Before that, he held a series of business development and finance roles, including group VP of corporate and international finance and investor relations.

Prior to joining Bloomin’ in 2012, he worked with Deloitte and in investment banking at Raymond James.

“The appointment of Mark Graff represents an important step forward for our organization,” said Dave Pace, president and CEO of Red Robin, in a statement. “With his experience in financial strategy and operational excellence, Mark will play a key role in shaping our future and advancing our strategic priorities.”

Graff replaces Chris Meyer, who served as CFO on an interim basis after the departure of Todd Wilson, who is now CFO of BJ’s Restaurants.

He will help guide Red Robin through its latest comeback effort, dubbed the First Choice plan. The plan includes several finance-related goals, including cutting costs, reducing or refinancing debt and refranchising some company-owned stores.

“I'm honored to join Red Robin and look forward to partnering with the leadership team to maintain a strong focus on the company's financial foundation, support its strategic priorities and drive sustainable, long-term growth,” Graff said in a statement.