Restructuring
Over 260 US Foods Drivers in New York Vote Unanimously to Authorize Strike
By News Desk ·
Key takeaways
- More than 260 Teamsters Local 282 members voted unanimously to authorize a strike at US Foods.
- Local 282 President Tom Gesualdi said US Foods has the resources to offer a fair deal and avert a strike.
- Teamsters Warehouse Division director Tom Erickson said the union represents more than 5,000 US Foods workers nationwide.
More than 260 members of Teamsters Local 282 voted unanimously to authorize a strike at US Foods, the union said on November 3, 2026. The drivers are seeking higher wages, better benefits and safer working conditions, according to PR Newswire. A walkout would affect hundreds of deliveries to restaurants, hospitals and schools around the New York tri-state area.
What Local 282 Drivers Are Demanding
Teamsters Union Local 282 represents the drivers who deliver US Foods products in the New York region. The union said the drivers want a fair contract covering pay, benefits and safety on the job.
"Our members not only deliver US Foods products, they drive the company's profits," said Tom Gesualdi, President of Local 282. "US Foods has the resources to offer a fair deal and avert a strike. Our members know their worth and won't back down."
Tony Casten, a 20-year driver and member of Local 282, said a strike is a last resort. "If we don't get a contract that recognizes our hard work, we'll have no choice but to strike," Casten said. "It's the last thing we want to do, but when push comes to shove, we have to stand up for ourselves and make sure our labor is respected. We're not asking for anything unreasonable."
Tom Erickson, Director of the Teamsters Warehouse Division, said the dispute could spread beyond New York. "Our fight isn't just in New York," Erickson said. "If US Foods continues down this path, it will pay the price across the country. The Teamsters represent more than 5,000 US Foods workers nationwide and we are united and ready to take a stand against this company if necessary."
US Foods Scale Behind the Contract Fight
US Foods serves approximately 250,000 foodservice customer locations across the United States, according to akta.pro company records. The same records list FY2025 revenue of $39.42 billion, representing 4.08% growth year-over-year, and FY2025 net income of $676 million, representing 36.84% growth year-over-year. The company's leadership includes Dave Flitman as Chief Executive Officer and Chair of the Board, Dirk Locascio as Chief Financial Officer and David Tehle as Lead Independent Director.
Earlier Teamsters Actions at US Foods
On October 7, 2026, Teamsters locals representing over 500 US Foods workers ratified a four-year contract, PR Newswire reported. The agreement included wage increases averaging 66-70% over its life, automation protections, higher pension contributions and maintained employer-paid health insurance.
On October 29, 2026, Teamsters Local 104 accused US Foods of anti-union retaliation, citing a suspended worker for supporting the union, PR Newswire reported. The local also accused the company of exploiting Spanish-speaking workers.
Q3 Earnings Set for November 5
US Foods is set to report third-quarter 2026 earnings on November 5, MarketBeat reported, with analysts expecting $1.25 in earnings per share and $10.58 billion in revenue.