Update 10/12/2021 (new info in red)
Contact and Communication
Employees should contact their General Managers and their Department Head so we know you are safe and where you are. Even if you have completed the contact form, it is important to still call them so they can speak with you. We want to hear from you directly and be able to asses how you are doing both physically and mentally.
If you still need to complete the form, please click here.
Disaster Assistance
When you speak to your managers, please be ready to discuss any needs that you may have. We understand that not everyone has gotten a full assessment of what you will need and things could change, but for now, please communicate what you know.
First, please begin to contact your insurance company to get in line for any claims you may have either for homeowners insurance or for renters insurance. Those should be the first place you call.
Second, FEMA has opened their disaster assistance service centers for those impacted by Hurricane Ida. Click here to go to the website or you can call (800) 621-3362. You can also click here to go to the website for additional financial assistance.
The Louisiana Restaurant Association also has a page setup for more information and assistance updates. You can view their information by clicking here to go to their website.
If you need a blue roof tarp, the Army Corp of Engineers can help. To register for the free service for your home, please click here to go to their website.
Status Report by Store
NEW – As of the last date and time listed above, here is the status for each restaurant:
- Z1 – Harahan – OPEN TO FULL DINING – employees should begin contacting managers for scheduling. Please contact managers about reporting in if available and able to work.
- Z2 – Clearview (Metairie) – CLOSED –SLATED TO RE-OPEN 11/15/2021 – power is restored and repairs are occurring. Can contact New Orleans, Covington, Baton Rouge, Denham Springs, Lafayette, or Ridgeland, MS if in those areas and need to work. You can contact the managers directly – their contact numbers have been sent via HotSchedules messaging.
- Z3 – Lafayette – OPEN
- Z10 – Baton Rouge – OPEN
- Z11 – Covington – OPEN
- Z13 – Manhattan (Harvey) – OPEN (for to-go only) – employees should begin contacting managers for scheduling. Please contact managers about reporting in if available and able to work.
- Z14 – Kenner -OPEN – (for to-go only) – dining room slated to open 10/25/2021, power is restored and repairs are occurring. Can contact New Orleans, Covington, Baton Rouge, Denham Springs, Lafayette, or Ridgeland, MS if in those areas and need to work. You can contact the managers directly – their contact numbers have been sent via HotSchedules messaging.
- Z17 – Denham Springs – OPEN
- Z18 – New Orleans – OPEN FOR FULL DINING – Employees should begin contacting their managers to discuss schedules and ability to work.
- Z19 – Ridgeland, MS – OPEN
#TeamTasteBuds
We know that any disaster creates uncertainty and added stress. We want to remind all of you during this time, that you are part of an amazing group of people that care for you and your family’s well being.
Take one day at a time and remember every day is a step closer to a better day. Be kind to one another and find patience as best you can. Do your best and remember no one is expecting perfection. We are #TeamTasteBuds and we will get through this together.
TBM – Hurricane Ida Update 8/27/21
#TeamTasteBuds,
Remaining true to the the predicates of our Hurricane Emergency Plan and with concern for the safety of all TBM employees and family, we have made the decision to close all Greater New Orleans and Baton Rouge Market Stores for business on Saturday 8/28 and Sunday 8/29. We will assess store by store for back to business on Monday 8/30, should the situation allow.
We hope that everyone makes the absolute best decisions to keep themselves and family safe, and ask that all employees continue to use Paycor, Hot Schedules and Taste Buds Management web page as a resource of information regarding re-opening.
Stay in touch, good luck, and be safe!!