Asheville Food and Beverage United seeks to interrupt “the abusive culture that just keeps being perpetuated,’” explains Jen Hampton, the union’s lead organizer. Her work in the service industry spanned over 30 years, with the last 16 in Asheville.
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Letter: Tipping 101 for shopping and delivery services
“A customer in the Asheville area encouraged me to write this because she believes people don’t understand how to tip for shop/delivery services like Shipt or Instacart.”
Free for all
As the service industry suffers, Ben’s Friends offers sobriety support to workers
“Losing a job disconnects you from your people,” says chef Paul Cressend, Jr. “Maintaining connections is key to being healthy.”
Substance abuse is a complex problem for Asheville’s restaurant industry
Local workers, counselors and restaurant leadership discuss how the industry-wide problem affects Asheville’s food scene.
Right to refuse service
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