This Popular Frozen Food Company Is Now Struggling After Facing Major Backlash From Its Employees — Eat This Not That

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Introduction

Eat This Not That is a popular frozen food company that has been struggling recently due to major backlash from its employees. The company has been accused of unfair labor practices, including low wages, long hours, and a lack of benefits. This has caused a significant drop in morale among employees, leading to a decrease in productivity and a decrease in sales. In this article, we will explore the reasons behind the backlash and the steps the company is taking to address the issues. We will also discuss the potential implications of the situation for the company and its customers.

This Popular Frozen Food Company Is Now Struggling After Facing Major Backlash From Its Employees

Eat This Not That, a popular frozen food company, is facing major backlash from its employees after a series of controversial decisions. The company has been accused of not providing adequate wages and benefits, as well as not taking into account the opinions of its employees when making decisions. As a result, many of the company’s employees have taken to social media to voice their frustrations and to call for change.

The company has been accused of not providing adequate wages and benefits, as well as not taking into account the opinions of its employees when making decisions. Employees have also expressed concerns about the company’s lack of transparency and communication. In response, Eat This Not That has released a statement saying that they are committed to listening to their employees and making changes to ensure that their employees are treated fairly.

The company has also faced criticism for its lack of diversity and inclusion. Many of the company’s employees have spoken out about the lack of representation of people of color and other marginalized groups in the company’s leadership and decision-making processes. In response, Eat This Not That has taken steps to increase diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

The backlash from employees has had a significant impact on the company’s bottom line. The company’s stock has dropped significantly since the controversy began, and the company is now struggling to stay afloat. It remains to be seen how the company will respond to the backlash and whether or not it will be able to turn things around.

The frozen food aisle has long been stocked with nonperishable items that draw shoppers looking for something quick to heat up during busy days. Among the many items containing laundry lists of dubious ingredients, there has always been one brand that appealed to those interested in something healthier and more convenient. For the past 35 years, that company has been Amy’s Kitchen.

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However, these days with frozen food prices skyrocketing and inflation impacting most other grocery store prices, shoppers are looking to make cuts. Many times, pricey, organic, non-GMO foods have been on the chopping block. This, coupled with a whirlwind of tough economic times and the high cost of ingredients, has forced Amy’s Kitchen to close its relatively new San Jose, Calif., plant as of July 18, with an official shut down to take place on September 16. The news comes just months after the factory was exposed for what its workers alleged were unsafe conditions. 

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According to employees that have spoken out, Amy’s regularly forced injured workers to continue shifts on production lines at paces it kept increasing due to elevated demand during COVID-19’s lockdown period, as well as downplayed injuries, withheld breaks, didn’t provide clean drinking water, and other unsafe practices.

Only now, sales from its frozen food have waned post-pandemic and the food company is seeing a reverse in consumer spending behavior. Prior to the July 18 closure, the plant was seeing a $1 million a month loss. 

In early April, organizations like the Food Empowerment Project and Veggie Mijas along with former Amy’s employees encouraged grocery stores to remove their products. A few obliged, Eater reports.

And while you’re out, be sure to watch out for this dessert treat which is being pulled from grocery store shelves in 35 states.

Amber Lake

Amber Lake is a staff writer at Eat This, Not That! and has a degree in journalism from UNF in Jacksonville, Florida. Read more