In the wake of the sudden closures of Foxtrot and Dom’s Market, many former employees found themselves struggling to find new jobs. On Friday, workers rallied for their rights, suspecting that Outfox Hospitality, the parent company, may have violated the WARN Act. However, Outfox Hospitality did not respond to requests for comment.
The closures had a ripple effect on other small and local businesses in Chicago. Corey Kaplan, owner of Corey’s Bagels, was among those impacted. He had a close relationship with Dom’s Market and supplied them daily with bagels, cream cheese and bagel chips. The sudden closure caught him off guard when he discovered that the doors were locked without any prior notice.
Dom’s was Corey’s Bagels’ largest account, and now they are facing financial losses of at least $10,000 with little hope of being paid. The sudden closures have had a significant impact on many people in the community, causing uncertainty and financial strain. Corey Kaplan expressed his disappointment and concern for the future.
Despite the closures of Dom’s Market and Foxtrot, Corey Kaplan hopes that customers will continue to support local businesses that supplied products to the stores. He encourages people to visit Chicago brick-and-mortar shops like his own which have been part of the community for many years. By supporting local businesses, customers can help mitigate the impact of the closures and ensure that the community continues to thrive.