Covid-19 lockdown information:
After Unite called out Burger King for leaving their workers in the dark about whether they'd be paid, Burger King has committed to paying workers at least 80% of normal wages/salaries. This 80% can be topped up with annual leave to 100%.
Unite believes the practice of paying employees 80% of average weekly pay may be unlawful, if the amount is less than the employee's agreed minimum hours.
You can read the entire letter sent to Burger King staff here
Lead Organiser
Gerard Hehir
Assistant National Secretary
Gerard is based in Palmerston North and is our Assistant National Secretary