Exhibit 10.1

June 8, 2026

Dear Christiane:

This Director Offer Letter sets forth the terms and conditions of your appointment to serve as a director (“Director”) on the board of directors (the “Board”) of Shake Shack Inc. (the “Company”) and to serve as a member of the Nominating & Corporate Governance Committee of the Board (the “Committee”), effective as of July 2, 2026 (the “Effective Date”).

As a Director, you will be expected to attend at least four (4) Board and four (4) Committee meetings each service year¹ and shall have such other duties and responsibilities as are customarily associated with this position. You will serve on the Board until such time that either you or the Company terminates your service or unless you are not re-elected to the Board at the Annual General Meeting of Stockholders in June 2029.

As consideration for your service on the Board and the Committee, you will be eligible to receive annual cash compensation in the amount of Eighty Thousand Dollars ($80,000) and an annual equity award valued at One Hundred Forty Thousand Dollars ($140,000) each service year, totaling Two Hundred Twenty Thousand Dollars ($220,000). You may elect (i) to receive additional equity in lieu of some or all of the cash portion of your compensation and/or (ii) to defer the vesting of the equity portion of your compensation.

Notwithstanding the above, for the current service year, your (i) cash compensation will be Sixty Thousand Dollars ($60,000) and (ii) equity award value will be One Hundred and Twenty-Eight Thousand and Three Hundred and Thirty-Three Dollars and Thirty-Three Cents ($128,333.33), which reflects eleven-twelfths of the annual director equity award that is otherwise awarded in June.

You will also be entitled to coverage under the Company’s directors and officers liability insurance policy.

During your tenure as a Director, you will at all times and for all purposes be acting as an independent contractor and not as an employee of the Company. Accordingly, you will not be eligible to participate in employee benefit plans provided by the Company to its employees and the Company will not, on your account, (i) pay any unemployment tax or other taxes required under the law to be paid with respect to employees or (ii) withhold any monies from any compensation paid to you for income or employment tax purposes. Director compensation is established by the Board and so, notwithstanding this letter, it may be revised at any time and from time to time.

Following your receipt of this Director Offer Letter, you will receive from Ron Palmese, Chief Legal Officer, a number of documents to review and/or complete, which are set forth in Schedule 1 hereto. You will also receive onboarding materials, which will include among other things, key dates and board and management profiles. Mr. Palmese will be your primary contact in the weeks ahead; if you have any questions once you receive them, please do not hesitate to reach out to him.

Please confirm that the foregoing reflects your understanding by signing and returning this letter to me, with a copy to Mr. Palmese. We are glad to have you aboard and look forward to working together. Please feel free to contact me should you wish to discuss any aspect of your service on the Company’s Board.

¹ Each service year runs from the start of Q2 in a given year through the end of Q1 in the following year.

Schedule 1

New Director Documents

Exhibit 99.1

Shake Shack Appoints Christiane Pendarvis to Board of Directors

Growth-oriented retail leader brings more than 25 years of experience at consumer brands

NEW YORK, JUNE 12, 2026 -- Shake Shack Inc. ("Shake Shack" or the "Company") (NYSE: SHAK) today announced the election of retail industry veteran Christiane Pendarvis to its Board of Directors, effective July 2.

Ms. Pendarvis is a seasoned executive with more than 25 years of experience driving growth across direct-to-consumer and omnichannel businesses. She has held leadership roles at both high-growth retail brands and Fortune 500 concepts with a focus on general management and retail merchandising. Ms. Pendarvis has extensive experience with strategic planning, development, digital commerce and retail operations, as well as large-scale technology infrastructure projects.

“We are pleased to welcome Christiane to the Board,” said Founder and Chairman Danny Meyer. “Beyond having a clear alignment with our values and strategic vision, her proven track record of driving profitable growth and building iconic consumer brands - combined with her deep expertise in retail and digital commerce - will be invaluable as we continue to expand Shake Shack and deepen our connection with guests across all channels. I’m confident that Christiane will be an excellent addition to our team.”

Ms. Pendarvis currently serves as Co-CEO of PATTERN Beauty by Tracee Ellis Ross, where she is responsible for all aspects of the business in partnership with the Company’s founder and namesake, actor Tracee Ellis Ross. She previously served as Co-President of Savage X Fenty, where she grew the company significantly, including expanding the brand into new product categories and adding a physical retail channel. Ms. Pendarvis has also served in executive roles with top-tier retail and DTC companies, such as Victoria’s Secret, Aerie, Old Navy, Minted, and FullBeauty Brands.

“Shake Shack is at a significant point in its growth journey, and Christiane’s experience and perspective will be a strong asset to our Board,” said Rob Lynch, CEO of Shake Shack. “She understands how to build brands, connect with consumers and scale with intention, all of which align with our long-term growth plans.”

Ms. Pendarvis currently serves as a Board member for Hootsuite and previously was on the Boards of Hims & Hers and Savage X Fenty. She also serves on the Southern California Public Radio Board of Trustees and the Women of Color Retail Alliance Board. A recognized industry leader, she received Harlem’s Fashion Row’s Corporate Impact Award and the NRF Foundation’s People Shaping Retail’s Future Award in 2025. She was named one of WWD’s Most Inspirational Women Leaders in 2023 and one of its 50 Women in Power in 2022.

“I’m honored to join Shake Shack’s Board of Directors at such an exciting time for the company,” said Ms. Pendarvis. “Shake Shack has earned a unique place in culture by pairing exceptional experiences with a relentless focus on quality, community and hospitality. I’m excited to work alongside the Board and leadership team as they continue to grow the brand, strengthen guest connections, and create long-term value for all stakeholders.”

Ms. Pendarvis earned a bachelor’s degree in economics from Harvard University and an MBA from the Kenan-Flagler Business School at the University of North Carolina.

Cautionary Note on Forward-Looking Statements

This press release may contain forward-looking statements, including statements regarding the Company's Board of Directors and future growth and strategic initiatives, and other statements that are not statements of historical facts. These forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such statements. You should evaluate any forward-looking statements made in this press release in the context of the risks and uncertainties disclosed in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025, the Company’s subsequent Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, and the Company's other SEC filings. All of the Company's SEC filings are available online at www.sec.gov, investor.shakeshack.com or upon request from Shake Shack Inc. The Company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as otherwise required by law.

About Shake Shack

Shake Shack serves elevated versions of American classics using only the best ingredients. It’s known for its delicious made-to-order Angus beef burgers, crispy chicken, hand-spun milkshakes, house-made lemonades, beer, wine, and more. With its high-quality food at a great value, warm hospitality, and a commitment to crafting uplifting experiences, Shake Shack quickly became a cult-brand with widespread appeal. Shake Shack’s purpose is to Stand For Something Good®, from its premium ingredients and employee development to its inspiring designs and deep community investment. Since the original Shack opened in 2004 in NYC’s Madison Square Park, the Company has expanded to over 695 locations system-wide, including over 450 in 35 U.S. States and the District of Columbia, and over 245 international locations across London, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Singapore, Mexico City, Istanbul, Dubai, Tokyo, Seoul and more.

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