Kura Sushi CFO Jeff Uttz to depart

Kura Sushi (KRUS) announced that Jeff Uttz, CFO and treasurer, will depart from the company effective April 28 to accept a new position within the restaurant industry. Kura Sushi has commenced an executive search for candidates to fill the CFO position. Hajime Uba, the company’s president and CEO, will serve as interim CFO and as the company’s principal financial officer, effective upon Uttz’s resignation while the search for a permanent replacement is conducted.