The Starbucks in the Medical Center has become the third unionized location in the Houston area after employees won their union election.
Med Center Starbucks seeks to become second unionized location in Houston
“We‘re very passionate about getting guaranteed hours and higher pay,” she continued, explaining that store associates have to average 20 hours per week to be eligible for certain benefits, including health insurance: “That is something that is directly affecting people’s livelihoods right now, and that we know needs to be addressed.”
"As a result of the direct employment relationship preferred by more than 97 percent of our partners, we continue to work to reinvent and improve the Starbucks experience," said a company spokesperson."We're aware that a subset of partners feel differently, and we respect their right to organize and to engage in lawful union activities."
It was also more intense, he said, though pressure from management helped bring union supporters closer together.
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