Fenway Park concession workers seek a new contract with better pay and scheduling after their agreement with Aramark expired. Key contract demands include citywide-standard wages, automation guardrails, increased gratuity for Premium workers, and fair scheduling that honors seniority. The union, Unite Here Local 26, has requested intervention from team owners to negotiate on their behalf. In solidarity with the workers, fans are encouraged to enjoy games but refrain from purchasing food and drink from non-union vendors to support the workers’ cause.
After their contract with vendor Aramark expired at the end of 2024, the concession workers of Fenway Park have been urging the food services and facilities manager to negotiate for a new one with decreased reliance on vending machines, better pay and more consistent scheduling of shifts.
Workers are fighting for key demands in their contract: citywide-standard wages, guardrails on automation, increased gratuity for Premium workers, and fair scheduling that respects seniority.
In the event of a strike, the union is asking fans who go to games to avoid ordering food or drink from non-union employees at Fenway Park.
Unite Here Local 26 requests that fans not purchase food or beverages inside Fenway to show solidarity with the concession workers.
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