At Le Nouveau Chef, we commit to an environment of trust, integrity, and accountability. Our whistleblowing procedure outlines the possibilities to report concerns related to unethical behaviour, policy violations, or actions conflicting with our principles. Transparency and social responsibility are important values to us. The procedure provides a secure and confidential channel for employees and other stakeholders, within and outside our organization, to voice concerns without fear of reprisal. 

Confidentiality
We take confidentiality seriously. Your identity and the details of your report will be handled with the utmost care, ensuring your privacy is protected throughout the process. We encourage open communication and value your commitment to ethical conduct. 

Purpose and aim
The purpose of this whistleblowing procedure is to identify, investigate, and address unethical practices promptly. Our aim is to uphold the highest standards of integrity and contribute to a just and sustainable business environment. Aligned with social and environmental principles, we are dedicated to maintaining transparency, accountability, and ethical conduct throughout our organization.

Responsible person(s)
A confidential advisor, appointed by the board, oversees the whistleblowing process. This individual ensures impartial, confidential, and discreet handling of reports. Information is shared only when necessary for investigation or with the consent of relevant stakeholders. For employees and other internal stakeholders reporting is possible through the feedback box in the HR section of Le Nouveau Chef’s intranet. External stakeholders can share any feedback through Fleur@lenouveauchef.com.

Process
Whistleblower Process Structure: The whistleblowing process at Le Nouveau Chef includes reporting, initial review, investigation, resolution, and communication.

The whistleblowing process involves a series of steps: Reporting incidents through a designated link or confidential email, encouraging the inclusion of contact information. Following submission, the confidential advisor conducts an initial review, assessing credibility and determining the report's scope. If needed, a comprehensive and impartial investigation is conducted, involving interviews and evidence collection. Based on the investigation, the Confidential advisor determines appropriate actions, potentially including corrective measures or policy adjustments. The advisor then communicates the findings and outcomes to stakeholders, ensuring confidentiality and addressing potential retaliation against the whistleblower.

The Whistleblowing procedure is part of our ongoing commitment to social and environmental responsibility, emphasizing transparency, accountability, and ethical conduct in our organization. Upholding high standards of integrity, we believe in an open channel to report concerns to contribute to a just and sustainable business environment.