A prominent catering company in the Hamptons is facing a civil lawsuit accusing owners and managers of systemic harassment, including claims they requested sexual favors from staff members as a condition of employment or advancement.
According to the complaint, multiple female employees were subjected to inappropriate behavior—ranging from lewd comments to direct requests for sex—in exchange for continued work or favorable shifts. Some servers reported feeling compelled to comply out of fear of being fired or blacklisted.
The lawsuit outlines a culture of intimidation and abuse spanning several years, alleging that the harassment was not isolated but persisted despite informal complaints by workers. Employees say management dismissed their concerns and retaliated against those who refused requests.
Plaintiffs are seeking accountability through financial damages and reforms to the company’s hiring and management practices. The case has drawn attention to broader issues of worker vulnerability in hospitality and seasonal service industries across affluent locales.