UFCW Local 1000 Blog
Kroger Offers Thank You Pay
After weeks of negotiations with the UFCW International Union and locals across the country, Kroger has agreed to Thank You Pay, which will be $400 for qualified full-time workers and $200 for qualified part-time workers. It will be paid out in two installments: half on May 28 and half on June 18.
Workers must be active on or before May 23 to be eligible for Thank You Pay.
Kroger has also agreed to extend the COVID-19 Emergency Leave guidelines to continue providing paid time off to workers most directly affected by the virus or experiencing related symptoms.
If you have specific circumstances that need attention, let us know right away at 817-421-1003 or grievances@ufcw1000.org.
Kroger and Homeland Extend Bonus Programs; Mandate Use of Masks
Kroger has announced they will extend $2/hr premium pay for all workers until May 16th.
Homeland has decided to extend its bonus program for an additional two weeks. The program will now run for eligible individuals through the pay period ending May 23, with the last scheduled payment on May 28th.
Kroger has mandated the use of masks for employees as well. Here is the policy.
Homeland has also mandated the use of masks for employees. Here is their policy from CEO Marc Jones.
New Telehealth Benefits for HAC and Kroger Members
I'm excited to introduce a new benefit recently agreed to by your healthcare fund trustees for members enrolled in health and welfare at Homeland and Kroger.
In light of the coronavirus outbreak, we want to make it easier for you to speak to a doctor. We're rolling out a new telehealth benefit: Teladoc.com. You can speak to a doctor 24/7 by phone or video: 800-835-2362. You can download the Teladoc app in the Apple store or in Android.
