Jill Waite

Jill Waite is the Chief People Officer at Portillo's Hot Dogs, where she plays a pivotal role in shaping the company's human resources strategy and culture. She is recognized as a transformational HR professional with a strong focus on leadership and employee engagement. Prior to her position at Portillo's, she held significant roles in various organizations, including 24 Hour Fitness, where she was instrumental in redefining their HR practices.1

Waite is known for her personable approach and dedication to fostering an inclusive workplace environment. Her extensive experience in human resources equips her to effectively manage talent acquisition, employee development, and organizational change initiatives.1