Hooters employees criticize the new uniform and compare it to underwear; Hooters responds

Hooters, one of the most famous restaurant chains in the United States, is facing harsh criticism after some employees criticized the new uniform that was given to them, as they consider it extremely diminutive, to the extent that they compare it to underwear of daily use .

The complaints were made through various videos on TikTok, a site where they went viral, causing an avalanche of criticism, accusations of misogyny and fights among those who do not share points of view.

@sick.abt.it

love my job but dont love wearing undies to work ☠️ #hootersgirl @Kirsten 🙂

♬ Jenna_Did_it – Chy

Hooters is a restaurant chain known for the tight uniforms worn by its employees. Although this is almost general knowledge, the company is facing harsh criticism due to the new design of its uniforms, which in addition to being tight, are now extremely tiny.

This has caused annoyance among his employees, who are using social media to show their anger and concern. Many others compare the uniform with underwear, since their size is similar. In addition, they ensure that the use of these garments goes against their dignity and optimal working conditions, since they are objectified.

@garen133

I don’t think I missed any I’ll update if I did #TikTokArtists #FamilyDinner #fy #fyp #foryou #foryoupage #hootersgirl #hooters #rules

♬ original sound – Garen133

In 2018, renowned chef Brittanny Anderson said that Hooters “is a job based on sexual harassment. You get paid to be sexually harassed and objectified. Everyone there knows it ”. Despite the previous comments and the complaints of some employees about the new uniform, there are those who defended the new design of the garments and say that since they have worn them they have earned “much more money” than usual.

It should be noted that the restaurant chain has been involved in criticism and lawsuits for some years due to its rules and working conditions. In 2010, nearly 400 employees and former employees in Sacramento, California, USA, took action against the company over uniforms, work hours and pay. In 2013, a worker received $ 250,000 in compensation in a racial discrimination lawsuit after she was told the company prohibits African-American Hooters Girls from wearing blonde highlights in their hair. And in 2019, a Michigan employee sued the company for weight discrimination.

After so much controversy, the restaurant chain chose to adjust the uniform policy and through a statement said that waitresses will not be forced to wear the new garments.

We continue to listen and update the image of the Hooters girls and clarify that they have the option to choose between the traditional uniforms and the new ones. They can determine which style of shorts best suits their style, body and image.

Hooters girls are the company’s most valuable asset, which is why we continually work to refresh and update the image of our brand ambassadors and empower them. In turn, we appreciate your feedback, both positive and negative, regarding a more inclusive image, on tattoos, jewelry, nails, hairstyles, as well as uniform options, to include new styles of tops, shorts and the addition of socks .

With these new actions, the company hopes that its employees feel more comfortable and secure, since their well-being is paramount.

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