Golden-Based Boston Market Makes Nationwide Cuts

GOLDEN, CO — The Golden-based Boston Market has closed 45 stores nationwide as part of a "multi-faceted transformation plan." The chain closed six restaurants on June 30, and 39 on July 7.

More than 400 Boston Market locations remain open across the United States.

In a letter obtained by Nation's Restaurant News, CEO Frances Allen said the closures were necessary after store underperformance. He said the shuttered locations were an "unfortunate, but necessary decision," as the current structure was not sustainable.

All employees who were laid off were given notice and offered a position at another Boston Market location or received a severance package.

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The chain has struggled in recent years, and in 2018, it saw a decline of 1.3 percent, Nation's Restaurant News reported.

Boston Market announced menu changes last month, with new sandwiches and salads to compete with other chains. The restaurant is known for its hand-carved chicken right from the rotisserie.