February 9th 2024.
Turkey Leg Hut, a popular restaurant in Houston, has recently found itself in the midst of a controversy surrounding its financial troubles. According to a report from Fox 26, the restaurant's financial review revealed severe mismanagement of funds. Owner Nakia Holmes released a statement explaining that they took immediate action to address these discrepancies.
Holmes explained, "After leaving an abusive marriage, I became aware of potential financial mismanagement at my company, The Turkey Leg Hut. This prompted me to initiate a thorough review with my new finance team, which unfortunately uncovered serious issues that demanded immediate action." As a result, Lynn Price, co-owner and alleged abuser, was terminated from the restaurant.
Holmes also stated that two employees involved in financial misconduct were permanently terminated and six other valued team members were laid off with the promise of reemployment in the future. The restaurant plans to promptly address the two-week payroll delay and ensure that their business practices align with their commitment to a stronger and more cohesive future.
In addition to this, an email was sent to Price informing him of his termination and barring him from returning to the restaurant under any circumstances. The email also stated that he would be compensated for his work in accordance with state labor laws. The decision to terminate Price was made after a comprehensive review of the company's operations and financial situation by Key Synergies, a consulting firm engaged with Turkey Leg Hut.
Houston Eater has reported on other incidents related to the restaurant's financial troubles, including a lawsuit filed in 2020 by former minority owner Steven Rogers. Rogers alleged that Holmes had reallocated funds from the business into other ventures and encouraged customers to patronize food trucks that he was not affiliated with. In response, Holmes countersued for embezzlement and financial mismanagement.
In June 2023, Holmes filed a request for a temporary restraining order against Price, accusing him of taking money and her car keys from the restaurant and committing "family violence." Her lawyer, Alice Bonner, also alleged that Price sent threatening text messages to her son, who was working as a consultant for the restaurant.
The situation at Turkey Leg Hut has caused concern and confusion among employees and customers alike. An anonymous employee revealed to Fox 26 that they have not received a paycheck in over six weeks and are owed more than $1,000 by the restaurant. They expressed their frustration, saying, "We get behind on bills like rent, light bills, water bills. It's becoming a hassle trying to get what's owed to us."
Legal analyst Chris Tritico stated that the affected employees have a strong case and should not give up on the money they are owed, regardless of the amount. He also advised them to explore various avenues for recovering their wages, such as filing a complaint with the Department of Labor.
The drama at Turkey Leg Hut continues to escalate as more details emerge, with the restaurant's reputation and future at stake. It remains to be seen how the situation will be resolved, but it serves as a reminder of the importance of responsible financial management in any business.
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