About 30 members of UFCW Local 152 who work at the Liberty Bell Steak Company in Philadelphia ratified a new union on Feb. 19. These members producing quality beef chip steaks for what is widely known as “The Philly Cheesesteak.”
The five-year contract includes immediate wage increases in addition to yearly wage increases. Employees who operate specific equipment will receive further compensation to reflect their skill set.
The negotiating committee maintained the members’ affordable health care costs for both single and family coverage. Alternatively, for those members who do not need the offered health insurance, opt-out bonus payments were increased. The maximum contribution to the UFCW Local 152 Savings Fund was increased. Finally, funeral leave was extended to include more family members.