We recently received numerous reports of Kroger members receiving collections letters from the company alleging that they were overpaid “emergency pay” while on sick leave. We investigated each case thoroughly and were preparing to file grievances against...
Under public and worker pressure after announcing plans to cancel “hero pay” this week, Kroger announced a new round of “thank you” bonuses for some store associates. According to the announcement: “The Thank You Pay, which will be $400 for qualified full-time...
LANDOVER, MD (May 12, 2020) – United Food & Commercial Workers (UFCW) Local 400, the union representing Kroger store associates, has condemned the company for its plans to cancel its so-called “hero pay” $2.00/hour pay increase after May 16th. The union is calling...
Kroger and Giant Food have agreed to place limits on the number of customers permitted in stores at the same time, along with other enhanced safety measures. Giant will limit the number of customers in stores at a given time to 20% of the store’s capacity (as defined...
Our union has negotiated changes to our Health & Welfare plans at several employers to ensure all testing and diagnostic services related to COVID-19 are free at no cost to you (including deductibles, co-payments and co-premiums). If you work at one of the...
We are working with every employer we represent to provide enhanced policies for our members working during this crisis, including sick leave, hazard pay, protective equipment, and more. If you are a member with a COVID-19 concern in your workplace, please report it...
