Tacobell & Luihn VantEdge Partners (LVE Partners LLC) Arizona Branch
As the holiday season approaches, many of us are looking forward to spending time with our loved ones and enjoying well-deserved time off from work. But for employees of the local Taco Bell franchise, this holiday season brings disappointment and frustration, as the company has announced that it will not be providing holiday pay to its crew members and shift leaders.
This news is particularly galling, as the franchise has revealed that it plans to throw an expensive corporate party for itself, complete with lavish decorations and expensive food and drinks. This is particularly frustrating, as the company has reported record profits this year.
Many employees are feeling disrespected and undervalued, especially given the hard work and long hours they have put in throughout the year. It is a bitter pill to swallow, knowing that the company is willing to spend lavishly on itself while its employees are left to struggle during the holidays.
Furthermore, the franchise has been promoting a new and old initiative that encourages employees to do more and work even harder, without any mention of additional compensation or recognition for their efforts. This feels like a clear case of the company asking for more without giving anything in return.
It is unfair and unacceptable for the franchise to expect its employees to work hard and make sacrifices without providing fair compensation and recognition. The holiday season is a time for giving and sharing, not for taking and hoarding. We call on the franchise to reconsider its decision and provide holiday pay to its deserving employees, especially given the company’s record profits this year.