PHOENIX--(Business Wire)--
The Phoenix Division of U.S. Foodservice today announced that Region 28 of the
National Labor Relations Board approved a final settlement of unfair labor
practice charges filed by Teamsters Local 104. The settlement relates to alleged
supervisor conduct during and shortly after the union`s organizing campaign and
representation election in August and September 2008. At that time, a majority
of the Phoenix Division employees voted against joining the union.
"The settlement resolves outstanding issues between the division and the local
union and avoids the cost and time of the formal hearing and appeals process,
which could have taken years to reach closure," said Tom Kertis, president of
the Phoenix Division. "Most importantly, the settlement enables the company and
its employees to devote their full attention to our top priority - helping our
customers win in this very difficult economy."
Employees were notified Monday that the division will recognize Teamsters Local
104 as the collective bargaining representative for drivers, mechanics and
warehouse employees at the Phoenix Division.
"We are committed to negotiating a contract with Local 104 that is fair to our
workers and competitive in the Arizona marketplace," Kertis said. "We will
bargain in good faith and with an open mind. We have a long-term obligation to
our employees to negotiate an agreement that maintains our competitive
advantages and allows us to continue to go above and beyond for our customers."
Kertis said that supervisors at the Phoenix facility have completed formal
training about the National Labor Relations Act and are prepared to fully comply
with applicable rules and regulations.
About U.S. Foodservice
U.S. Foodservice is one of the country`s premier foodservice distributors,
offering more than 43,000 national, private label and signature brand items and
an array of services to its more than 250,000 customers. The company proudly
employs more than 26,000 associates in over 70 locations nationwide who are
poised to service its customers beyond their expectations. As industry leaders,
with access to resources beyond the ordinary, U.S. Foodservice provides the
finest quality food and related products to neighborhood restaurants, hospitals,
schools, colleges and universities, hotels, government entities and other eating
establishments. To find out how U.S. Foodservice can be Your partner beyond the
plate®, please visit the company`s website at www.usfoodservice.com.
U.S. Foodservice Inc.
Kevin Hagan, 410-312-7198
Cell: 410-818-6375
kevin.hagan@usfood.com
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