I want to begin by saying that Cookies is an incredible and widely recognized brand. That is…read moreprecisely why it is so disheartening to hear about the alleged negligence and misconduct taking place on the production floor of such a well-known corporation. A company with this level of recognition should uphold the highest standards of professionalism, workplace safety, and accountability.
For the past month, I have been asking my wife what has been wrong, as she has seemed increasingly withdrawn and reluctant to discuss what has been happening at work. She has recently opened up to me about several deeply concerning incidents, and I believe these matters deserve the immediate attention of the franchise owner, corporate leadership, and, if possible, Berner himself.
I am asking that whoever receives this message take the time to read it thoroughly and investigate the concerns being raised.
According to what my wife has shared with me, an assistant manager named Richard has allegedly been sending inappropriate text messages to multiple women and attempting to offer them marijuana and kief that, according to these allegations, are not being properly tracked through the company's inventory system. If substantiated, these actions would raise serious concerns regarding professional boundaries, potential inventory theft, and compliance with company policies.
Additionally, I have been informed that Richard has allegedly reported to work while heavily intoxicated on multiple occasions, to the point that other employees and workers from other departments have reportedly been affected after returning from lunch intoxicated with him. Numbers is a huge task for a manager to input correctly and I'd assume being sober is a must to complete this area and duty, he needs to withhold this area professionally. If accurate, this behavior raises significant concerns about workplace safety, CCD awareness, employee well-being, and the responsibility expected of someone in a management position.
My wife has also described an incident in which Richard allegedly cursed at a room full of employees, speaking to them in a manner that was demeaning and unacceptable. Furthermore, I was told about an incident in which he allegedly called out a female employee and removed his lab coat while moving toward her in a confrontational manner. Behavior of this nature, if confirmed, is alarming and should never be considered acceptable in a professional workplace.
No employee should have to feel intimidated, disrespected, or unsafe while simply trying to do their job. Management positions carry a responsibility to lead by example, maintain professional conduct, and ensure that employees are treated with dignity and respect.
It is deeply concerning to hear that these alleged incidents may be occurring within an establishment operating under a respected brand like Cookies. Employees deserve a safe, professional, and respectful working environment, regardless of their position or department.
I respectfully urge the franchise owner and corporate leadership to take these concerns seriously, conduct a thorough and impartial investigation, and take appropriate action based on the findings. I also hope that employees who come forward with legitimate concerns will be protected from retaliation.
Cookies has built a recognizable name and reputation, and it would be unfortunate for that reputation to be undermined by alleged misconduct that goes unaddressed. I sincerely hope this message reaches the appropriate individuals and results in meaningful action.
Thank you for taking the time to read and consider these concerns.
