""We want Ghirardelli to treat workers as sweet as they treat customers who come for a great experience," said Alexis Luna-Torres, spokesperson for Unite Here Local 2."
""The cost of living in San Francisco is very expensive. With the salary we have, we can't afford it. We are fighting for health benefits and a fair contract," Cardoza said."
""Ghirardelli has been pushing us to move to an employer plan," Torres said."
A one-day picket occurred at Ghirardelli Square on Valentine's Day as Unite Here Local 2 members sought a new contract with higher wages and retention of their union-run health plan. About 40 dishwashers, cashiers and candymakers have been bargaining for months. The union says Ghirardelli is pushing employees to an employer health plan. A 29-year employee reported inability to afford San Francisco living costs on current pay. Tourists reacted with surprise. Ghirardelli's parent company said its focus is reaching an agreement that supports employees and ensures long-term business success.
Read at ABC7 San Francisco
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