King Soopers Strike to End at Midnight, Negotiations to Resume
The King Soopers strike, which involved 10,000 grocery workers across Colorado, will officially end at midnight Monday, with negotiations set to restart between UFCW Local 7 and Kroger, the parent company of King Soopers.
The return-to-work settlement ensures that Kroger cannot implement any offer for 100 days and will not lock out workers during this period. UFCW Local 7 stated this agreement will give them time to focus on staffing proposals and protections for retirees, while also guaranteeing that no workers will lose healthcare benefits in April 2025 due to the strike.
Both parties have committed to a 100-day period of labor peace, allowing stores to resume normal business hours starting February 19, including the reopening of pharmacies. King Soopers President Joe Kelley emphasized the company’s commitment to its employees and customers, stating the goal is to reach a fair long-term contract that supports workers while keeping groceries affordable.
UFCW Local 7 President Kim Cordova said the strike was an important step in highlighting staffing concerns and pushing for better working conditions. She reaffirmed the union’s dedication to securing a fair contract, stating the fight is far from over. The strike, which began February 6, affected 77 Colorado stores and was originally scheduled to last until February 20.
