FreshRealm filed a Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) notice with the state of California. The company announced its plans to permanently close a facility in Tracy. The move comes amid ongoing restructuring and a bankruptcy filing.
FreshRealm to Close Tracy Facility
According to the WARN notice filed by FreshRealm on April 27, the facility at 2900 N MacArthur Dr, Unit 300 in Tracy will undergo permanent closure. The decision results in 288 job cuts in the region. The layoffs are expected to take effect on June 27.
The company did not provide a reason for closure in the filing. The details regarding relocation support are also not disclosed yet. The Tracy layoffs appear to be part of broader workforce reductions.
Recently, the company has also filed a WARN notice with the state of New Jersey. According to the filing, 637 employees will be laid off at its facility in Linden. The employment terminations are expected to take place from June 27 to July 27, 2026.
In December 2025, FreshRealm filed a WARN notice with the Indiana Department of Workforce Development. The company notified the state and employees about the shutdown of a plant at 3120 Post Road in Indianapolis. The closure occurred in phases from January to March 2026, affecting 148 employees.
From Growth to Bankruptcy: The FreshRealm Story
FreshRealm started as a national fresh-meal solutions company. It specializes in supplying ready-to-cook and ready-to-eat meals. FreshRealm operates as a “Food-as-a-Service” model, working with partners to source, develop, produce, and distribute products nationally.
FreshRealm’s infrastructure and supply chain supported retailers, e-commerce, and food service businesses to scale up their offerings while being cost-effective.
The company is a key player in the growing convenience food industry. In January 2026, the company initiated an innovative program in collaboration with UFC, a premier mixed martial arts organization. The UFC Ignite program is aimed at performance-focused home delivery. It provides nutritionally optimized meals tailored to individual health goals.
However, recent events mark a significant change for the company. FreshRealm has undertaken several operational reductions, including plant closures and layoffs, as part of a restructure.
On April 27, 2026, FreshRealm filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in New Jersey. The filing noted this action came in response to a major ingredient supply issue in 2025, impacting operations and financial performance. The company might also sell some of its assets to Misfits Market, Inc.
As part of the bankruptcy process, FreshRealm hopes to stabilize operations, secure financing, and explore strategic alternatives.
The proposed job cuts in Tracy represent a significant workforce reduction for FreshRealm. Additional changes may follow as the restructuring continues.
