Job Fair Announced For Subway Layoffs

MILFORD, CT — A job fair has been announced for the roughly 300 people who lost their jobs at Subway last week.

The career assistance program fair will take place Feb. 20 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Parsons Memorial Gymnasium on 70 West Road in Milford. Those interested can contact Julie Nash at jnash@milfordct.gov for more information.

“I am disappointed to hear of the layoffs at Subway. This impacts our neighbors, friends and family," Mayor Ben Blake said. "The City is prepared and committed to working with Subway and the Department of Labor, amongst other organizations, to ensure a pathway for continued employment through resumé assistance, job fairs and more. From my understanding, this downsizing is part of a long-term plan to improve efficiencies and performance within the company. I am hopeful that the end result will mean future growth for the company, making way for new opportunities in Milford and beyond."

Related: Subway Eliminates Around 300 Jobs From Milford Headquarters

Subway closed 1,000 locations in 2018 and in 2016 it had a net loss of stores for the first time in company history. Subway is the largest fast food change by number of locations in the world and is privately held.

The job fair was announced by Blake, State Sen. James Maroney and Rep. Kim Rose.

"I feel deeply for the 300 hard-working employees who dedicated their lives to serving Subway and our community," Maroney said. "I am grateful to Mayor Blake and the City of Milford for holding a job fair for those displaced. I look forward to working with the city, the Department of Labor, and the Workforce boards to assist those in need during this difficult time."

“Taking direct and immediate action in the face of these layoffs is crucial,” Rose said. “Mayor Blake’s leveraging of local and state resources to help these workers get back on their feet is a great start and I am committed to coordinating with the City to help those affected.”