The restaurant industry leader and acclaimed chef is being accused of extensive workplace abuse allegations by former employees pertaining to physical altercations and unpredictable behavior.
The chef has spoken out against sexism and abuse, but many former cooks and staff members say she has verbally and physically harassed workers for decades.
Staff at Barbara Lynch s restaurants have turned against her, accusing her of being a drunk who abused her power to sexually touch them and go on aggressive rants.
Two separate reports published by the New York Times and the Boston Globe include accusations of explosive outbursts and inappropriate physical contact from Lynch