The venue I work for furloughed us a week ahead of the rest of the country and to begin with my 80% wages seemed pretty decent for a zero hours worker. I've always put my hand up for every shift going,splits, doubles, back-to-back,you get the picture but because I had two jobs last year I took a large drop in income compared to 2019 when furlough only paid out for one. Purely by chance I was invited to apply for a hospitality grant to help me get through the crisis. It helped massively both financially and mentally to have that helping hand when I needed it most.
Now I'd like to introduce you to Hospitality Action who offer different kinds of help including mental health and financial support.
If you run a pub or restaurant and would like to become an Invisible Chips stockist click here
Hospitality Action was established in 1837 and has since offered vital assistance to all who work, or have worked within hospitality in the UK.
We’re here for the chefs, waiters, housekeepers and managers. We’re here for the concierges, receptionists and kitchen porters. And we’re here for every sommelier, bartender, catering assistant and cook across the UK.
Whether you work in hotels, restaurants, pubs, bars or cafés, schools, hospitals or event venues, we’re here to give you the help, advice and support you need whenever times get tough.
Whatever challenge you face - from physical illness or mental health issues to financial difficulty, family problems to addiction - Hospitality Action is here to get you back on your feet again. And when it’s no longer possible to work, we can help you prepare for the next phase of your life.
Supported by Fred Sirieix and Brewdog Hospitality Action have launched an innovative campaign to raise money and awareness for their charity - Invisible Chips
Its a simple idea where diners in pubs and restaurants can order a side of 'invisible' chips and/or condiments including Fred's special Ooh La La Sauce and the money goes to the charity instead of the venue supporting workers like the person who just served them. 100% Fat free 100% Guilt free chips! Perfect!
If you are a hospitality worker and need help and support click here
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