Business Context and Reporting Period
Company: Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc.
Filing Type: Form 8-K (Current Report)
Date of Report: February 11, 2016
Reporting Period: Fourth fiscal quarter and fiscal year ended December 27, 2015.
Key Financial Metrics
This Form 8-K serves as a notification of the release of financial results rather than a detailed financial statement. Specific numerical values for revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity are not contained within the text of this filing.
The filing references a press release (Exhibit 99.1) and supplemental financial information (Exhibit 99.2) issued on February 12, 2016, which contain the detailed metrics for the fourth quarter and full year 2015. The filing text does not provide a clear value for these specific financial figures.
Material Changes and Corporate Actions
The primary material changes disclosed in this filing relate to executive leadership appointments effective February 11, 2016:
- Denny Marie Post: Appointed President of the Company, promoted from Executive Vice President and Chief Concept Officer.
- Stephen Carley: Continues as Chief Executive Officer; previously held the title of President.
- Stuart Brown: Appointed Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, promoted from Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer.
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
The filing does not contain specific guidance, outlook, or risk commentary within its text. It directs investors to the attached press release and supplemental information for details regarding the fourth quarter and fiscal year results. The filing includes standard disclaimers stating that the information in Item 2.02 and the exhibits shall not be deemed "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
Investor Verification Checklist
- Review Exhibit 99.1 (Press Release dated February 12, 2016) for specific revenue, earnings, and margin figures for Q4 and FY 2015.
- Review Exhibit 99.2 (Supplemental Financial Information) for detailed operational metrics and segment data.
- Confirm the effective dates and roles of the newly appointed executive officers (Post and Brown).
- Verify that the financial results referenced in this 8-K align with the company's previously issued guidance.