Aramark has been on the Wesleyan campus for fourteen years. During that time dining service workers have witnessed many changes affecting the quality and the options they offer. Not so long ago Wesleyan Administration and the student body were so dissatisfied with Aramark as the food service provider, they were seriously considering a change. Aramark made quick fixes in several locations last semester and was able to satisfy administration and stay on campus. We as Local 217 union workers have worked for many years on this campus to provide good service to the student body in spite of limitations. Now as workers we are faced with the possibility of student dining services being shifted to non-union locations OFF campus. This once again allows Aramark the quick fix with no accountability for offering dining options that should be – and have been in the past – provided on campus. Aramark officials have tried to divide the Middletown community by mischaracterizing the workers interaction with Giuseppe’s. No “hard-ball tactics” were used when meeting with Rose and we remain on good terms with her.
Students should demand better options right here on campus. Don’t let Aramark off the hook, once again. Your dining options have been compromised enough already!
H.E.R.E.
Local 217
Hotel & Restaurant workers
Wesleyan Campus
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