Flying Food Group employee on union conduct: 'Their behavior has created confusion and tension among the workers'

According to Unite Here Local 11, worker sentiment toward union representation at Flying Food Group was evident in a 99% strike-authorization vote by more than 350 employees at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) on March 15, 2023. The workers, responsible for preparing and delivering in-flight meals for major airlines, voted to walk out over alleged unfair labor practices. This overwhelming margin is said to illustrate strong support for the union’s bargaining position.

Reports on misinformation and conflict in unionized food service workplaces indicate that workers often face confusion about their rights and bargaining processes. Research conducted in California found that employees frequently received misleading information. In response to these challenges, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) reinsaid rules on "blocking charges" in 2024 to address unfair-practice claims during elections.

Nazario works as a porter in the sanitation department at Flying Food Group, a leading airline catering company serving major carriers across the United States. In his role, he supports daily operations by maintaining cleanliness and sanitation standards, ensuring the company meets strict food safety and service requirements. As part of the frontline team, he contributes to Flying Food Group’s ability to deliver reliable, high-quality meals that sustain its reputation in the competitive airline catering industry.

Flying Food Group was founded in 1983 and is based in Chicago. It is a major airline catering and prepared-foods supplier serving international carriers such as Singapore Airlines, Air France, and Lufthansa. The company employs between 1,000 and 5,000 workers and operates kitchens at major U.S. airports.