News of Chef Michael Scelfo’s New Restaurant Josephine Ignites Major Industry Backlash | Eater Boston

"Identified as one of the chef’s neighborhood establishments, this venue was included in employee complaints that emerged in 2020 alleging sexual harassment, racism, homophobia and other forms of mistreatment by management. The chef issued a staff email promising to do better and to uphold an inclusive, safe environment, but employees responded with public criticism and at least one detailed open note; staffers who raised concerns report they were not invited back when the restaurants reopened that summer. The topic regained attention in 2024 after news of the chef’s next project prompted broad industry backlash on social media." - Erika Adams