Hotel industry emerges from pandemic with new business model, possibly fewer workers
Companies — and travelers — have learned how to get by without things like daily room cleanings and free breakfasts, and changes could be long-term. (Read more)
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Hilton-Managed Hotel Employees Fear Permanent Layoffs As Recall Rights Expiration Nears
Hilton-Managed Hotel Employees Fear Permanent Layoffs As Recall Rights Expiration Nears By Aina Iglesias (Front Desk, Doubletree by Hilton Alana Waikiki) Are you interested in writing for UNITE HERE Local 5? We also offer writing training. Contact Paola Rodelas. “Did you see Hilton is getting rid of workers permanently?” Jungmin Kim, my coworker, came running […]
Local 5 members help rent relief program applications
Local 5 has been helping from the inside on the massive Rental and Utility Relief Program with the City and County of Honolulu. Three Local 5 members (clockwise: Haley Oki, Sora Bak, and Caitlin Sabado) took a leave of absence to work with us. They have processed over 100 applications in the past month! If […]
Daily hotel room cleaning means a happier and healthier Hawaii
By Nely Reinante (Housekeeper, Hilton Hawaiian Village) Are you interested in writing for UNITE HERE Local 5? Contact Paola Rodelas. Tourism drives Hawaii’s economy, while housekeepers are the heart of a hotel. As tourism is returning, we—the housekeepers—are excited to welcome our guests to show off our island’s alluring beauty and share our warmest spirit […]
Oahu rent relief program to accept more applications, but you’ll have to act fast
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – Oahu residents who need help covering their bills will have another opportunity to sign up for the city’s rent and utility assistance program. (Read more)