Pita Pit franchisee fires staff via Facebook

Another woman, who did not want to be identified, also found her name was not on the Facebook roster. When she contacted the new owners, she was told she didn't have a job, and to bring in her uniform.

She had worked for the franchise for three years and was considering going to the Employment Relations Authority.

Employment lawyer Susan Hornsby-Geluk said that even if an employee signed a casual contract, it could evolve into permanent status if the pattern of work was ongoing and regular.

In such a case, the job could not be terminated without a formal notice period and explanation.