Jack in the Box awards 7 development deals in Q4

Jack in the Box has awarded seven development agreements in Q4 2021 to open 47 restaurants.

In total, Jack in the Box has awarded 23 development agreements in fiscal year 2021 to build 111 stores over the course of the next several years. The agreements will help the brand grow in existing markets including Los Angeles, Dallas and Houston, as well as Salt Lake City and Louisville, indicating a strong return to development following Jack in the Box's franchising relaunch earlier this year, according to a press release.

"Our franchisees want to grow with Jack in the Box and there's sizable demand for our brand in a variety of markets around the country. Current and prospective operators know the business opportunity available to them and they are motivated to grow their portfolios with Jack," Darin Harris, CEO of Jack in the Box, said in the release. "We're really excited about the progress we've made in the development space, but this is just the beginning. As we head into the new fiscal year, we look forward to growing further with our current franchisees, as well as adding new operators to the Jack in the Box family."

Fueling Jack in the Box's expansion are veteran multi-unit franchisees like David Beshay, one of the brand's largest operators. Beshay owns 211 Jack in the Box restaurants and plans to open at least 30 additional locations within the next five to eight years. Beshay has been with the Jack in the Box brand since 1992 and a franchisee since 2006.

"Under the leadership of Darin and the new executive team, Jack in the Box has become more modern and culturally relevant with a focus on meeting consumer preferences and building positive relationships with franchisees. That mindset has made the brand an even more exciting business opportunity for franchisees," Beshay said in the release. "The support and guidance Jack in the Box has provided has been immeasurable and I'm eager to expand my portfolio and open new restaurants."

Jack in the Box operates more than 2,200 restaurants in 21 states and Guam.