We met with Stater Bros. and the company had no answers to our questions about their plans to eliminate courtesy clerks. They stated they were “still learning” what to do.…
This week, we met with Albertsons/Vons and Kroger/Ralphs for two days of bargaining. The company heard directly from our bargaining committee about the serious operational issues affecting workers and customers…
We met with Stater Bros. again to bargain a new contract and the company explained their hiring freeze and layoffs in certain stores. The company presented a wage proposal which,…
UFCW Southern California Locals continued negotiations with Stater Bros. this week, coming in strong, united, and ready to fight for the contract our members deserve. Our proposals, covering fair wages,…
March 4, 2025 -- UFCW 8-Golden State is pleased to report we have reached a tentative agreement with Cost Less Food Company. This three-year contract represents a significant win, bringing…
Despite our contract expiring on Sunday, we are still waiting for Kroger and Albertsons to engage seriously on critical issues — wages, healthcare, and ensuring we have appropriate staffing levels.…
Last week, we met with Albertsons/Vons and Kroger/Ralphs for our first round of bargaining. We presented proposals for fair wages, affordable healthcare benefits, and better staffing and working conditions. The…
ROSEVILLE, CALIF. (January 31, 2025) – UFCW 8-Golden State is pleased to announce members working at Save Mart, Lucky, Food Maxx, Maxx Value, and Save Mart Office locations across Northern…
Thank you to all our members for your patience and unwavering support as we finalize the voting materials for the tentative agreement. We are in the process of incorporating contract…
Negotiations with Perfect Union have continued since the contract expiration in September but remain at a frustrating standstill. It’s deeply disappointing to witness the company’s refusal to acknowledge the indispensable…
CONCORD, CALIF. (Dec. 19, 2024) — A strike involving more than 10,000 grocery workers at Save Mart/Lucky and FoodMaxx supermarkets was averted when Union and management negotiators reached a tentative contract agreement…
Members continue to demonstrate their solidarity this week by gathering to help prepare picket signs in the event that a strike becomes necessary. The Union has also requested formal strike…
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