Chipotle to pay New York City workers $20 million for violating New York City labor laws.workers rights news

New York City investigators allege that a California-based fast food chain has repeatedly violated labor laws governing sick leave and scheduling.

Chipotle Mexican Grill will pay current and former New York City restaurant employees $20 million for violating the city’s labor laws, Mayor Eric Adams announced Tuesday.

According to investigators, violations of the City of Chipotle’s Fair Work Week law included failing to post work schedules 14 days in advance, paying a premium for rescheduling, and disciplining current employees before hiring new employees. It included offering shifts available to

The settlement between the city and the California-based fast food chain covers about 13,000 employees who worked at the chain’s New York City stores between 2017 and this year. The Department of Consumer and Labor Protection is the result of an investigation into complaints filed by the local 32BJ of the International Union of Chipotle Workers and Service Workers of 160, city officials said.

“Today’s settlement with Chipotle is not only a victory for workers by securing up to $20 million in relief for nearly 13,000 workers, but it is also the largest worker protection settlement in New York City history. Sends a strong message that we will not stand by when workers’ rights are violated,” Democrat Adams said in a statement.

Under the agreement, New York City Chipotle hourly workers are eligible to receive $50 per hour worked for the week from November 26, 2017 through April 30, 2022. Chipotle will also pay the city her $1 million civil penalty.

“We are pleased to have resolved these issues and believe this settlement demonstrates Chipotle’s commitment to providing opportunities for all team members while complying with the Fair Work Week Act.” , Scott Boatwright, Chipotle’s chief restaurant officer, said in a statement. .

Boatwright said the company is taking steps to improve its compliance through means such as improving its time management techniques, and “continues to advance its goals of predictable scheduling and access to desired working hours. “I’m looking forward to it,” he said.