This claim will be the talk of the town! Nusret on the brink of bankruptcy: Scandalous statements from former employees
It has been claimed that the US restaurant chains of the world-famous Nusret Gökçe, known as "Salt Bae," are on the brink of bankruptcy. Accounts from former employees have also brought to light striking allegations regarding Gökçe's conduct in the workplace.
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Nusret Gökçe, who quickly became a global phenomenon with his salt-sprinkling move, had built a brand with his luxury restaurant chains in cities such as Miami, New York, London, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Qatar, and Beverly Hills. However, recent controversies overshadowing Gökçe's rise have also resonated widely in the foreign press.
RESTAURANTS IN THE US ARE CLOSING
According to a report by the Daily Mail, the restaurant chains in the US are facing major financial difficulties. It was stated that only Gökçe's branches in Miami and New York continue to operate, while other branches have entered a closure process.
The report also included information that Gökçe suffered significant losses last year.
STRIKING ALLEGATIONS FROM FORMER EMPLOYEES
Speaking to The Mail on Sunday, former employees claimed that Nusret Gökçe created a difficult working environment in his US restaurants. An employee who wished to remain anonymous stated, "I was scolded for drinking water; even going to the restroom was an issue." Allegations that employees were made to work long hours without rest were also included in the report.
The same sources claimed that Gökçe occasionally asked his employees to give him foot massages, behaved inappropriately toward female staff, and was frequently seen with different women. It was alleged that such behavior created unrest in the workplace.
Another former employee said that Gökçe tried to increase sales by selling meat decorated with "edible gold leaf" at high prices. The report stated that this practice did not contribute to the restaurant's financial situation but instead drew backlash.
DECLINE BEGAN AFTER MADURO PHOTO
Sources stated that international criticism of Gökçe increased following the photos taken with Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro at his restaurant in Istanbul in 2018. It was suggested that sales declined and Gökçe's image was damaged following this incident.
