Union members at Cost Less Food Company have overwhelmingly voted to ratify a new three-year collective bargaining agreement, securing critical improvements in wages, benefits, and working conditions.
This ratification marks a significant victory for our members with a new contract which recognizes and rewards the contributions they make every day. The new agreement includes:
- Wage Increases: A wage increase in each year of the new contract.
- Ratification Bonuses: Managers, Senior Food Clerks, Meat Cutters, Part-Time Clerks, and Courtesy Clerks will receive a ratification bonus as part of this agreement.
- Part-Time Wage Progressions: Improved wage progression schedules to help part-time workers access higher wage rates.
- Retirement Security: Additional contributions to strengthen pension benefits and protect our members’ futures.
- Scheduling and Vacation Enhancements: Earlier schedule postings and improved vacation provisions support a better work-life balance.
- Top-Tier Medical Benefits: Medical coverage now aligns with the standard set by other major Unionized food employers expected to negotiate later this year.