date:Dec 14, 2012
retail and temp industries.
Doing shift work at McDonalds has never been considered a professional occupation that could support a family, but for many it may be the only job available. However, 40 hours a week at the federal minimum wage of $7.25 per hour brings in just over $15,000 per year, hardly enough to make ends meet, especially in New York.
Despite the low wages, the traditionally temporary nature of the jobs have stymied any past efforts to unionize. Youve got a couple of reasons tha