PIZZA Hut has shuttered eight locations across two states, leaving fans in a frenzy. The abrupt closings caused uproar on Friday, with customers and staff claiming they were not warned. Several managers at the closing restaurants took to Facebook to inform fans of the shutdowns.
At least four took place in northwestern Indiana. The state's shuttering Pizza Huts include locations in Valparaiso, Crown Point, Griffith, and Hobart, according to posts from staff. "It is with a heavy heart that I share the news that all Pizza Hut locations in NW Indiana, including our beloved Valparaiso store, have been closed," wrote a general manager on Pizza Hut's official Facebook account.
"Thank you all for your continued support. I hope one day to see you all again in some form or fashion." Another manager at Crown Point issued a similar message, noting "everyone has been let go.
" "I'm not sure what will happen going forward...
" they added. A former staffer at the Griffith and Hobart locations also said they were "in shock" after being notified about the closures and claimed there was "no warning at all to employees." Pizza Hut is owned Yum Brands Inc.
The chain's nationwide locations are operated by several different franchisees. One of the largest franchise owners in Indiana, EYM Group, would not confirm whether its locations were among the ones that closed. Pizza Hut filed a lawsuit against EYM Group for breach of contract earlier this month, per court documents obtained by The U.
S. Sun. I.