Casino executives in Las Vegas are confident that they will soon reach a deal with their striking culinary workers. However, the workers are unsure about the outcome of the negotiations.
In an earnings call this week, Caesars Entertainment CEO Tom Reeg stated that although the negotiations are complex, all parties are close to reaching an agreement.
“So you should expect that when we reach an agreement on a contract,” he said, “it’s going to be the largest increase that our employees have seen in the four decades since we started interacting with the Culinary Union.”
The Culinary Union, which represents noncasino workers from various establishments in the Las Vegas area, went on strike in September. They are demanding higher wages, better workplace protection, and lighter workloads.
Recently, union negotiators described the contract talks as disappointing, stating that the two parties are far apart on many key issues.
The Culinary Union and the casino executives are expected to meet again this week to continue negotiating and hopefully reach a deal.