The restructuring events database contains factsheets with data on large-scale restructuring events reported in the principal national media and company websites in each EU Member State. This database was created in 2002.
Accommodation / Food 56 - Food and beverage service activities 56.1 - Restaurants and mobile food service activities 56.12 - Mobile food service activities
175 jobs Number of planned job losses
Announcement Date
24 September 2025
Employment effect (start)
24 September 2025
Foreseen end date
31 December 2025
Description
Just Eat Takeaway, a global online food delivery company originally founded as Thuisbezorgd, announced the reduction of 175 full-time positions at its Enschede office. The cuts primarily affect customer service and sales administration roles.
The restructuring is attributed to automation and developments in artificial intelligence, which have reduced the need for routine manual tasks. The decision, announced to staff during an internal meeting, is part of a broader effort to improve efficiency and secure long-term growth. Despite the layoffs, the company states that it remains committed to local employment, having recently opened a new office in Enschede.
Eurofound (2025), Just Eat Takeaway, Internal restructuring in Netherlands, factsheet number 203415, European Restructuring Monitor. Dublin, https://apps.eurofound.europa.eu/restructuring-events/detail/203415.
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