2.13.21 OWJ Black Restaurant Workers Less Tips During Pandemic

During the pandemic, Black restaurant workers have received less in tips than other racial groups, according to a report by labor advocacy group One Fair Wage. Nearly 90% of Black workers reported their tips have declined by 50% or more, compared with 78% of all workers. The report found Black employees have been treated with more hostility by customers than others on average as a result of mandating the appropriate social distancing and mask rules.