Posted 9/15/2023, 1:13:00 AM

Black Workers Sue Sweetgreen, Allege Racism and Discrimination at NYC Stores

Black workers accuse Sweetgreen of discrimination and harassment at NYC stores. Hispanic managers allegedly used slurs, denied promotions, gave worse shifts.
Lawsuit says Hispanic workers called Black employees "monkeys," "lazy," used n-word. Black workers' complaints ignored.
Sweetgreen aims to be "McDonald's of our generation." Went public in 2021, has faced other controversies.
Lawsuit focuses on alleged racism at 3 NYC shops - Midtown East, Financial District, Meatpacking District.
Black workers claim double standards, such as discipline for issues Hispanic workers got away with. Seek damages for hostile work environment.

washingtonpost.com

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