Express has undergone restructuring almost every year, with significant layoffs beginning in 2023. The distribution center that supports Express stores also reduced its workforce due to a decrease in store numbers and workload. Entire departments have been eliminated, and others have been reduced to the point where they can barely function. The payroll department has been completely disbanded, raising concerns about whether paycheck issues will be resolved. The entire cafe staff has been let go, so taking a two-hour lunch break is inevitable since that’s how long it will take to eat out at Easton. For those of us who remain, as long as my paycheck keeps coming I will stay and I will continue to do minimal work because the additional responsibilities have become overwhelming. Thanks, Chicken Man!