Starbucks says it is closing hundreds of locations this week, though it's not yet known if any restaurants in Michigan will be among those shuttering.
The nationwide coffeehouse chain plans to close about 250 locations, representing 1% of its North America coffeehouses, "later this week," COO Mike Grams announced Sept. 24.
"We have carefully reviewed our North America coffeehouse portfolio and identified locations where we do not believe we can consistently deliver the experience we want for customers and partners or where we don’t see a path to acceptable financial performance," the statement read.
"To the partners in those coffeehouses impacted by today’s news, I want to say thank you on behalf of Starbucks for the work you have done. We’re committed
to supporting you through this transition," the statement also said.
Starbucks didn't reveal the locations of the shuttering coffeehouses.
Here's what to know about the Starbucks closures.
Is Starbucks closing stores?
Starbucks will close about 250 locations, or 1% of its North America coffeehouses, this week as part of the chain's "Back to Starbucks" business strategy, Grams said in a statement.
"Every year we close some coffeehouses and open others as part of managing our portfolio. And as we shared previously, we remain excited about the significant long-term growth opportunity ahead in North America. We are actively developing a strong pipeline of new coffeehouses and remain committed to growth in North America," the statement says. "Closing any coffeehouse is a difficult decision, and we know today’s news will be hard for the partners, customers and communities affected."
Impacted employees will be offered other jobs within the company or, if not possible, "severance support," Starbucks said.
Are any Starbucks in Michigan closing?
Starbucks has not yet announced where any of the closing outlets are located.
Where is Starbucks in Michigan?
The coffee house chain features hundreds of locations across Michigan.
To find your nearest Starbucks in Michigan, visit the online store locator.
Contact Jenna Prestininzi: jprestininzi@freepress.com.
This article originally appeared on Detroit Free Press: Starbucks closing hundreds of stores. Why company is downsizing
