Efood delivery workers strike on World Cup final day in Greece

Delivery workers and employees of efood in Attica, Greece, are set to initiate a work stoppage on Sunday, July 19, a day that also marks the World Cup final. This action carries a symbolic and strategic message, as announced by the efood Workers' Union of Attica.

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We are not playing with our rights.

The work stoppage is scheduled to run from 7 PM to midnight. Concurrently, workers plan a protest gathering at 7:30 PM at the KFC in Ampelokipoi, located at the intersection of Kifisias and Alexandra Avenues. The union stated, "We are not playing with our rights." They are directing sharp criticism at the company, asserting that while efood reports increased profits, working conditions are worsening.

The workers allege several grievances, including pay cuts amidst a cost-of-living crisis and the company's refusal to sign a Collective Labor Agreement. They also report the introduction of contractors, referred to as "stolarches" (uniformed leaders), which they claim creates an environment of blackmail and insecurity, particularly for migrant workers. The union also points to efforts to promote strike-breaking through temporary financial bonuses, an attempt to impose a 7-day work week in offices under the Hatzidakis law, and intensified work pressure in markets and all positions, even during heatwaves.

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Without us, nothing moves.

The efood Workers' Union has declared that protests will continue until their demands are met. These demands center on job stability and dignity. Specifically, they seek the signing of a Collective Labor Agreement that includes wage increases for all delivery personnel, office staff, warehouses, and markets. They also call for guaranteed minimum hourly pay for freelancers, payment transparency, full coverage for work accidents, and the provision of free Personal Protective Equipment. The union urges all platform workers to participate in the work stoppage to send a strong message on a day when order demand is expected to peak.

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On July 19, we send our own message: in the World Cup final, we will play for our own jersey, for dignity, and for justice in work.