Hundreds of Gopuff drivers nationwide set to strike Tuesday
PHILADELPHIA - Drivers for the food delivery service, Gopuff, which started right here in Philadelphia, are asking for better pay and flexible access to shifts.
Gopuff recently landed a one billion dollar investment and workers say the very same week they received slashed pay, cut bonuses, and limited access to shifts.
They want to raise their hourly guarantee to a minimum of $20 an hour .They also want a guaranteed minimum number of hours for all drivers.
Workers are also asking for a clear explanation of causes for termination.
In a statement to FOX 29, Gopuff stated the following:
"Delivery partners with Gopuff earn an average of $18 to $25 per hour, which is among the highest in the industry. Nearly 70% of delivery partners choose to deliver less than 20 hours a week. For anyone looking for a guaranteed salary and schedule, Gopuff provides full and part-time employment with benefits in every market we operate."
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