Chipotle stores shut nationwide for staff food safety meeting

New processes for handling food and cleanup were implemented at Chipotle restaurants across the country and because of that training, the restaurants, including those in Birmingham, opened later than usual Monday.

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Klotz and Motta said they were not aware Chipotle would be closed for lunch
yesterday. Chipotle is making its best to come back on track after it suffered a major blow since an E.coli outbreak came to light in late October.

“It started this morning around 9:00 a.m. when I suddenly got a text that just said, ‘raincheck”, Levine told Tech Insider. After all, the popular food chain is trying to win back customers.

The gathering comes after more than 50 people across 14 states were sickened in two separate E.coli outbreaks after eating at Chipotle restaurants.

At the employee meeting Monday, Chipotle announced it would form the Chipotle Local Grower Support Initiative to help local suppliers meet food safety standards.

Chipotle’s founder and co-CEO Steve Ells of course! You’ll receive a link where you can enter your name and zip code and Chipotle will send you a coupon for a free burrito with 10 days.

Chipotle has apologized for making customers ill and updated its protocols, saying the changes will make the restaurant chain an industry leader in food safety. Enjoy your Chipotle and share the news so everyone can get their burrito.

Gizmodo reports that Chipotle has reportedly traced the reason behind the norovirus outbreak in August and December to sick employees.

“As long as they take every precaution, I feel safe to eat here”, said Ray. Will you be jumping at the chance for a free burrito or are you still feeling queasy about the prospect of getting a mouthful of bacteria?