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Chipotle workers at Maine store aim to unionize
June 24, 2022
Employees at the Chipotle Mexican Grill store in Augusta, Maine are taking the first step toward unionizing in petitioning a federal labor board to hold a union election.
It is the first brand store to take such action, according to a Reuters report.
The news comes as employees at other top brand chains, including Starbucks, aim to unionize in a quest for more pay, benefits and workplace environments.
The union action follows a walkout at the store over claims of unsafe conditions, low staff and lack of training and support.
The petition was filed last Wednesday and the employees have formed a union called Chipotle United.
Chipotle had not yet commented on the union action, according to Reuters.
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