Employees across five upscale Washington DC restaurants are attempting to unionize, a significant move marking an unprecedented push in the local restaurant sector. If successful, this effort led by Unite Here Local 25 could unite around 500 front- and back-of-house workers. Allegations of intimidation and retaliation have arisen, with claims that some employees were fired and others faced threats. Restaurant groups Knightsbridge and Starr deny these allegations but are being accused of undermining the employees' efforts. Additionally, a complaint has been filed with the National Labor Relations Board regarding these labor practices.
Workers at five upscale DC restaurants are attempting to unionize, facing allegations of intimidation and retaliation from restaurant owners opposing their efforts.
The union drive, involving potentially 500 workers, aims to collectively represent front- and back-of-house staff in a significant move within the local restaurant industry.
Knightbridge and Starr Restaurants deny claims of retaliatory actions against union supporters, while employees allege they face intimidation and have filed an Unfair Labor Practice complaint.
Knightbridge Restaurant Group's owner firmly refutes claims of retaliation, asserting the union's tactics infringe on employees' rights to choose their representation.
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