The restaurant chain Red Lobster announced Monday the company exited Chapter 11 bankruptcy and has a new chief executive officer, Damola Adamolekun. Adamolekun, 35, said in a statement the restaurant is now "stronger" and "more resilient" as the company gears up for "the start of a new chapter,

Red Lobster, the seafood chain known for its endless shrimp deals and cheddar bay biscuits, has emerged from Chapter 11 bankruptcy, according to the company. A U.S. bankruptcy judge approved the motion at the beginning of the month, just four months after the company first filed for bankruptcy protection looking to sell the company.

Red Lobster filed for bankruptcy protection in May and it led to the closing of dozens of restaurants in the U.S.

Seafood chain Red Lobster has exited Chapter 11 restructuring after approval for a $375 million acquisition by RL Investor Holdings and with a new CEO at the helm.

Red Lobster emerges from Chapter 11 with Damola Adamolekun as CEO and $60 million in funding to enhance dining experiences.

Once the acquisition is complete, Red Lobster will also bring in new leadership. Jonathan Tibus, who has served as the company's CEO, will step down from his role and leave the Red Lobster restaurant chain. Damola Adamolekun, the former CEO of P.F. Chang’s, will succeed Tibus.

Red Lobster exits bankruptcy, ditches unlimited shrimp for quality Red Lobster, the iconic seafood chain known for its signature Cheddar Bay Biscuits and family-friendly dining experience, is clawing its way back from the brink of financial ruin.