Noma head chef resigns from restaurant amid abuse allegations

BBC News - World Human RightsNews ReportEN 2 min read 100% complete March 12, 2026 at 05:09 AM

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René Redzepi, head chef of the acclaimed restaurant Noma in Denmark, has resigned amid allegations of creating a toxic and abusive work environment. Former employees accused Redzepi of verbal and physical abuse, leading to protests and sponsors withdrawing from Noma's Los Angeles residency. Redzepi acknowledged his unacceptable behavior, including shouting and pushing people, and stated he has sought therapy to manage his anger. He also resigned from the board of MAD, a non-profit he founded. Despite the controversy, Redzepi affirmed the Noma team's strength and commitment to continuing their work, including the Los Angeles location, without him. The allegations surfaced in a New York Times report detailing accusations from dozens of former employees.

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"To those who have suffered under my leadership, my bad judgement, or my anger I am deeply sorry and I have worked to change."

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Reservations for the pop-up in Los Angeles cost $1,500 per person and sold out in just minutes.

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Redzepi also resigned from the board of MAD, a non-profit organisation that he founded in 2011.

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Noma head chef resigns from restaurant amid abuse allegations.

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Former employees had accused the chef of creating a toxic work environment, including verbal and physical abuse.

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Silver Lake 30% New York Times 35% MAD 40% Denmark 50% Jason Ignacio White 50% Los Angeles ×260% René Redzepi ×790% Noma ×695%

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abuse allegations 100% toxic work environment 90% head chef resigns 80% rené redzepi 70% noma 70% physical abuse 50% restaurant industry 50% verbal abuse 50% fine-dining 40%

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