Sainsbury’s is set to close cafes and counters, leading to over 3,000 job losses as part of a significant restructuring effort.
London: Sainsbury’s is making some big changes, and it’s not good news for many employees. The supermarket giant plans to cut over 3,000 jobs as part of a major overhaul. This includes closing all in-store cafes and various food counters across the UK.
They say most people don’t use the cafes regularly, and the coffee shops run by other companies, like Starbucks, are more popular. So, they’re shifting focus to offer more fresh food options instead.
Along with the cafe closures, Sainsbury’s is reorganizing its head office, which means some senior positions are changing too. They’re talking to affected staff about what this means for them and looking for ways to redeploy some of them within the company.
Simon Roberts, the CEO, mentioned that these tough decisions are necessary to keep the business moving forward. He emphasized the importance of supporting those impacted by these changes.
It’s a challenging time for Sainsbury’s, but they’re trying to make the best of a tough situation. They’re offering packages that go beyond what’s legally required to help those losing their jobs.
