Jason Cochran serves as Chief Operating Officer at Sweetgreen Inc., overseeing operations, supply chain, real estate, construction, and facilities to fuel the company's rapid expansion toward 1,000 locations. With over 25 years in the restaurant industry, he plays a pivotal role in scaling Sweetgreen's farm-to-table model while upholding its commitment to fresh, sustainable ingredients and exceptional guest experiences. Cochran's career trajectory includes transformative leadership at Chipotle Mexican Grill, where he rose to Chief Restaurant Officer and spearheaded digital sales growth—surpassing $2 billion annually—menu innovations, and international market entries amid post-crisis recovery. Previously, as Senior Vice President of Operations at Panera Bread, he optimized nationwide operations for thousands of locations; earlier roles at Boston Market and Quiznos sharpened his expertise in multi-unit management and operational efficiency. Since joining Sweetgreen in 2021, Cochran has driven record store openings, streamlined supply chain resilience, and enhanced restaurant performance metrics, contributing to the company's public market success and positioning it as a fast-casual leader in healthy dining.