We are Horeca United
Together, we are building a self-organized grassroots union and a solidarity network.
Our aim is to improve work conditions for all working in horeca. No more unpaid hours of work, getting forced to work when we are sick, getting fired on the spot for stupid reasons. No more missing the chance for a break. No more minimum wages!
Want to join? Or have an issue at work?
We believe in our collective power as workers
Today, more than ever before, we as horeca workers have the power to decide what conditions and pay we want for our work. There is a shortage of horeca workers in the entire country, and our power to walk away from this sector is also the power we have to stay and push for fair, decent work. These businesses only exist because of our labour.
We can take matter into our own hands. We don’t have to accept abuse and exploitation as part of our work. They say that if we can’t handle the conditions, we should leave. We say it’s time to unite and fight back, because we can make it better. We can have jobs that we are proud of.
Do you have trouble with your boss?
Unlike conventional unions, we provide direct action and moral support. We don’t ask you for any money – membership is free. Assemblies are open for all, and decisions are made by all in consent. We organize ourselves, in a non-hierarchical way, and we support each other by planning and carrying out direct actions.
This is a proven method – Horeca United has its roots in the solidarity network Vloerwerk and is based on a structure and method that has won struggles for workers over decades, everywhere in the world.