Rochester, MN has recorded 10 WARN filings affecting 6 workers over the past 24 months. The largest filer is Cafe Fiesta Bar, with 1 workers affected. Of these, 5 involved facility closures and 5 were layoff events. Filing dates range from Mar 29, 2025 through Jan 16, 2026. Cafe Fiesta Bar accounts for 17% of affected workers in Rochester.

Last 24 Months

Workers Affected
6
Filings
10
Companies Affected
10
Share of Minnesota
7%
of 135 state filings
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Monthly Trend

Monthly avg: 0/mo

Top Employers

  • 1 Cafe Fiesta Bar 1
  • 2 Giliberto's Mexican Taco Shop 1
  • 3 Tortilleria La Mayzteca 1
  • 4 Purple Goat 1
  • 5 Corona's Tacos 1
  • 6 Leeann Chin 1
  • 7 KD Fine Jewlers 0

Laid off in Rochester?

If your employer filed a WARN notice affecting workers in Rochester, you are entitled to 60 days advance written notice before your last day. During the notice period, you remain employed with regular pay and benefits. If your employer gave less than 60 days notice, you may be entitled to back pay and benefits for each day of the shortfall. After your last day, file for unemployment insurance with your state workforce agency as soon as possible. Review your COBRA options to continue health coverage for up to 18 months. Visit your local America's Job Center for free career counseling, resume help, and retraining vouchers.

File for Minnesota Unemployment Insurance

Apply online at your state workforce agency. You may be eligible before your last day.

COBRA and Health Coverage

Continue your employer health plan for up to 18 months, or compare lower-cost options on the Health Insurance Marketplace.

Your Rights Under the WARN Act

Employers with 100 or more employees must give 60 days written notice before mass layoffs or plant closings.

Career Services and Training

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Job Centers Near Rochester

America's Job Centers offer free career counseling, resume help, job search assistance, and retraining vouchers for WARN-affected workers. Ask about Rapid Response services.

CareerForce in Rochester
2070 College View Rd E, Rochester, MN 55904

About This Data

All data on this site is sourced from official WARN Act filings published by state workforce agencies. Filings are updated regularly but may not reflect same-day submissions. Coverage varies by state.

Rochester Filings

All Closures Layoffs 202620252024
CompanyTypeWorkersEffectiveFiled
Cafe Fiesta Bar Layoff 1 2026-01-16 2026-01-16
Giliberto's Mexican Taco Shop Layoff 1 2026-01-15 2026-01-15
Tortilleria La Mayzteca Layoff 1 2026-01-12 2026-01-12
Purple Goat Layoff 1 2026-01-12 2026-01-12
Corona's Tacos Layoff 1 2026-01-12 2026-01-12
Leeann Chin Closure 1 2025-08-25 2025-08-25

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