Ponczoch is a 24-year veteran of Petro Stopping Centers and its Iron Skillet restaurants. He began as a kitchen manager in 1986 and has since served as general manager, field manager and [image-nocss] regional director of operations. Before being named to this new position, Ponczoch was a vice president and director of full-service restaurant operations.
"John brings vision and enormous operating experience to our food offer and has been instrumental in making it possible for our Iron Skillet brand to be consistently voted best on the interstate. We are excited to have such an experienced operating executive leading the passion of our 6,400 foodservice employees to bring professional drivers wholesome, comforting foods while they are on the road." said Barry Richards, executive vice president.
TravelCenters of America, headquartered in Westlake, Ohio, is a leading travel center business in 41 states and Canada operating under the TravelCenters of America and Petro brands. With convenient locations on interstate exits, TA offers its customers diesel and gasoline fueling services, full and quick-service restaurants, heavy truck maintenance services, 24-hour convenience stores, electronic communication (WiFi) and other servicesall within large, high-traffic facilities.
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