Louis Vuitton-backed gourmet food retailer Jones the Grocer and its sister companies Charlie & Co and Becasse have collapsed into voluntary administration.
According to a notice published by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission, Jason Stone, Glenn Franklin and Petr Vrsecky of PKF Lawler Melbourne were appointed administrators of Jones the Grocer Pty Ltd and its related entities on December 12.
Also in voluntary administration are burger chain Charlie & Co and Becasse Bakery, which were previously owned by celebrity chef Justin North.
A number of entities related to Jones the Grocer, including its distribution arm Senselle Foods Distribution, Jones Group Franchising, Jones Group Holdings, Jones the Grocer IP and 3GS Holdings are also in administration.