"It’s never usually busy in the winter but this year it has been worse," a worker said.

"We’ve also had competition since Prime Wok opened."

Employees said they were upset about being told of the impending closure only on Monday, when they should have been given two weeks’ notice. Some said they were unsure where they would find work.

The international chain which boasts 31223 "eat fresh" restaurants in 90 countries has been operating in Collie for nearly three years.

The outlet is jointly owned by the franchisee and two quarter owners.