An Australian burger chain is facing accusations of leveraging traineeship programs to keep its workers on low wages — a claim the company dismisses, saying they are 'a great way to provide skills, knowledge and leadership expertise'.
Employees at a Grill'd store in Melbourne went on strike on Saturday, demanding fair pay and improved working conditions. About 20 workers took industrial action for 12 hours starting at 11.30am AEDT on Saturday, amid negotiations over a new enterprise agreement. The workers — who are members of the United Workers Union — have accused the burger chain of using traineeship programs to underpay employees, claiming that some have earned just $14.90 an hour for years.
is leading a renewed push for junior pay rates to be scrapped for adults aged between 18 and 21. president Michele O'Neil said: "Despite being paid discounted pay rates, young Australians don't pay youth rent or youth grocery bills. Their jobs are more likely to be insecure." "Young workers need better pay, more secure jobs and safer work. Unions are standing up for young workers.
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