Sainsbury's has announced significant job cuts totaling 3,000 as it shuts down its remaining cafes and food counters, a move aimed at simplifying operations. CEO Simon Roberts indicated that the company is responding to a particularly tough cost environment and plans to cut £1 billion from its costs. The decision comes after research showed that the majority of Sainsbury's loyal customers rarely used the cafes. The restructuring will also include a reduction in senior management roles by an estimated 20%. Sainsbury's recently announced a wage increase to help mitigate inflationary pressures.
Sainsbury's is cutting 3,000 jobs and shutting down its remaining cafes and food counters, aiming to simplify operations amid a challenging cost environment.
The supermarket's decision to close cafes and counters follows data showing that most loyal customers do not frequently use these services.
CEO Simon Roberts stated that Sainsbury's is navigating a tough cost environment and made 'tough choices' to cut £1 billion in costs.
In an effort to attract more shoppers, Sainsbury's will offer popular items in aisles instead of dedicated food counters.
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