Chicago-based Fontanini Foods Announces Return of Furloughed Team Members

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Fontanini Foods, a subsidiary of Hormel Foods (NYSE: HRL), has announced the return of all 150 furloughed employees as part of its recovery strategy. The furlough, initiated on May 4, was a response to challenges in the foodservice sector due to the pandemic. The company has reinstated health benefits during the furlough period. Plant manager Kyle Kuhnke expressed optimism about welcoming back the dedicated workforce. Fontanini is known for its authentic Italian products served in prominent venues, indicating a positive shift as the foodservice industry recovers.

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• Return of all 150 furloughed employees enhances workforce stability.
• Continued health benefits during furlough reflect company commitment to employees.
• Sign of recovery in the foodservice industry can boost sales.
• A proactive approach to staff reinstatement showcases positive management response.

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McCOOK, Ill., July 21, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Fontanini Foods announced today it has been bringing back furloughed team members over the last few weeks and now all 150 furloughed team members have been offered the opportunity to return. Fontanini Foods employs approximately 500 employees and is part of the Hormel Foods Corporation (NYSE:HRL) family of companies.

"As the foodservice industry continues to recover, we are welcoming all of our team members back to Fontanini. A large portion of our team has returned, and we expect others to be back in the next several days," said Kyle Kuhnke, plant manager, Fontanini Foods. "We have a great group of inspired people, and it has been very difficult to have some of our team members temporarily away from work."

The company is bringing back its furloughed team members after the initial furlough began on May 4. All team members who were temporary furloughed received company health benefits for the duration of the furlough.

Fontanini Foods is well-known for its authentic Italian products sold to some of the most renowned foodservice venues such as restaurants, hotels, sports arenas, colleges and universities.

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

This release contains forward-looking information based on management's current views and assumptions. Actual events may differ materially. Please refer to the cautionary statements regarding "Risk Factors" and "Forward-Looking Statements" that appear on pages 35-42 in the company's Form 10-Q for the fiscal quarter ended April 26, 2020, which can be accessed at hormelfoods.com in the "Investors" section.

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FAQ

What recent announcement did Fontanini Foods make regarding its employees?

Fontanini Foods announced the return of all 150 furloughed employees as the foodservice industry recovers.

When did the furlough for Fontanini Foods team members begin?

The furlough began on May 4, 2020.

What is Hormel Foods' connection to Fontanini Foods?

Fontanini Foods is part of the Hormel Foods Corporation family of companies.

What type of products does Fontanini Foods offer?

Fontanini Foods is known for its authentic Italian products sold to various foodservice venues.