The union representing Bidfood employees has agreed a new pay deal following the rejection of the wholesaler’s first 2024 pay offer.
This addresses the issue of the lowest rate of pay across ten depots and for the majority of cleaners and some PI Operatives, and was accepted by 60% of GMB members, with back pay on all hours including over time set to be paid in December.
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In a statement, the GMB confirmed that following campaigning from members, Bidfood have agreed to implement a new freezer break standard. This adheres to the British Frozen Food industry standards on freezer breaks is the best way to ensure colleagues working in the freezer have adequate access to warm up breaks, a warm rest area and free warm drinks.
Furthermore, GMB also confirmed that Bidfood are now drafting a risk assessment to cover the back of wagons. GMB reps will be involved in this risk assessment and will be making recommendations.
