Leading coffee house Java House announced staff layoffs as a result of the adverse effects of covid-19.
In a memo to its employees, the restaurant revealed that even as restrictions meant to contain the Coronavirus pandemic were eased, demand had been materially lower than previous years levels with the revenue being reduced drastically due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
Java revealed that the program is targeting staff in different branches, starting with staff who have completed at least 4 Years of service within the group, commissary staff who have completed at least 3 Years of service within the group and support and operations leadership staff who have completed at least 1.5 Years of service within the group.
“Unfortunately the business is potentially over resourced at the current level of performance. Hence Java has had to make a difficult decision to offer the Program to provide our staff the opportunity to receive a lump sum financial payment from the company allowing them to create options for themselves following the prolonged effects of C-19. It is also a way in which we can offer an alternative to those unable to work or on rotation to allow them pursue other interests.”
The company said that those interested in applying for the program have until November 27th 2020 to send their requests to the management.
