Aramark Workers in Philadelphia Authorize Strike Ahead of Labor Day at Two Stadiums

Sep 1, 2024, 11:50 PM

Aramark food and beverage workers at Citizens Bank Park and Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia have voted to authorize a strike ahead of Labor Day. The workers, represented by Unite Here Philly Local 274, rejected Aramark's most recent contract proposal at the end of July. The strike authorization vote was conducted on Sunday, with a majority of workers voting in favor. Voting will continue throughout the week at Lincoln Financial Field. The workers are advocating for better contract terms, with support from various groups, including Philly DSA and Senator Elizabeth Warren, who emphasized that one job should be sufficient to support a worker.