Gaston County businesses desperate for workers
But no one showed up for the job fair.
Without enough workers to cook and serve customers, the popular Belmont eatery cut back on operating hours, said manager Bree McCleary.
“We have had to close three days per week for lunch because of it,” said McCleary. “We have had to close Monday through Wednesday.”
Some have told McCleary they'd rather collect enhanced unemployment benefits available from the state and federal government than come to work.
“I’ve had people tell me, 'I’d rather sit on the couch and make $600 per week,'” said McCleary.