Location: Southeast Michigan, USA.
Department affected: Fresh Dough Facility.
Based on news reporting.
Panera has announced the permanent closure of its Fresh Dough Facility located in Southeast Michigan, resulting in the layoff of approximately 300 employees. The decision comes as part of a broader strategy to streamline operations and adapt to changing market conditions. The closure is effective immediately, impacting workers in the facility who are responsible for producing fresh dough for the company's bakery-cafés. This move reflects the company's ongoing efforts to optimize its supply chain and reduce operational costs amidst a competitive landscape.
Panera cut 300 jobs affecting its Fresh Dough Facility team as of October 1, 2023.
That is roughly 0.8% of the 40,000 people Panera employs.
LayoffTalk has tracked 21 layoff events at Panera since July 2023, affecting a combined 2,725 employees.
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