We are the democratic, worker-led union for America’s restaurant workers. Together, we are changing our industry from the ground up.
Join us in the fight!
Restaurant Workers United is an independent, democratic, worker-led union for restaurant, bar, and cafe workers. We’re organizing to change our industry and fight for justice, dignity, and jobs that we can depend on. We started working together in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic, and found that restaurant workers need our own voice to win the respect we deserve. Our promise is simple: If you’re a worker who’s ready to change this industry, we will stand with you and help you organize with your coworkers.
About Us
We are the union run by and for restaurant, bar, and cafe workers in America. We organize worker-to-worker and run our union democratically from top to bottom. We know that the only way we can organize our industry of more than 11 million workers is by building a movement that empowers us as workers to fight our own battles and make our own decisions.
Restaurants and Labor Law
Whether you go the legal route or not, the best way to win what you’re owed and protect yourself from retaliation is by organizing together with your coworkers. If you’re being taken advantage of, there’s a good chance you’re not alone. If you need help figuring out how to organize, contact us here.
FAQs
We have a section of FAQs addressing unions, organizing, and your rights.
