Behind the Kitchen Door Book Trailer

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Behind the Kitchen Door: What Every Diner Should Know About the People Who Feed Us is a groundbreaking exploration of the political, economic, and moral implications of eating out. What's at stake when we choose a restaurant is not only our own health or "foodie" experience, but the health and well-being of the second-largest private sector workforce—the lives of 10 million people, many immigrants, many people of color, who bring passion, tenacity, and important insight into the American dining experience.

Thank You to everyone who made this project possible:
Brooke Beardslee, Sam Tomaneli, Fekkak Mamdouh, Emmanuel, Shailesh, Sekou Siby, Clarence Rouse, Julio Anzures, Daniel Thorne, Marie Wiggins, Arshad Bacchus, Jose Andino, Rahul Saksena, Ashley Wiggins, Jaffia Royes, Leslie Escoba, Jonathan Stoves, JC Ruiz, Katrina R., Bonnie Mohan, Ben, Dalma DeLeon, Kristina Histen, G. Angela Corpus, Wanda Reyes, Zach Norris & Akeela, Nydia Simone, Jamel Freeman

PRODUCTION TEAM:
Director/ Editor/ Camera: Sekou Luke, http://sekoulukestudio.com/
Assistant Director/ Casting: Chantal George
Producer: Saru Jayaraman
Casting/ Production Manager: Ashley Wiggins
Production Assistant: Andrew Horton
Casting: Leslie Escoba

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  Nonprofits & Activism

[Angelicasassy]

Excellent video. And I totally agree. I barely see people of color as servers or in the better paying jobs in restaurants. I don't know why people are so upset by the truth. It is also true that the whole industry needs to change. The tipped minimum wage needs to be raised and paid sick days should be available for all workers. Why should we just sit back and accept the status quo. We need change!!!

[christopherlovet]

After serving at the same restaurant for 4 years and never calling in sick, I finally got the flu and tried to call in. Was told I would need a note from a doctor before I could return to work.

"I don't have insurance. I don't need a Dr to tell me I have the flu. Will you guys help me out with the doctor?"

"Not a chance. Dr's note or no more job... or you can come in and work your shift while sick."

"Fine, I'll be in at 5."

Handled and served food with the flu. Tried not to vomit on anyone.

[kumbanadu]

amazing

[Chantal Mariani]

Yikes, horrifying!!!!! I don't ever feel like eating out again, even though it is one of my favorite things to do. We need to do something...

[Commentary1984]

Restaurant or "service" minimum is different, in many states. Employers can pay you less than minimum if you make up for it in tips. You are supposed to report your tips to them, and if your tips mean that you make above minimum, then they can pay you this lower wage. If you make below minimum including tips, then they need to compensate you up to minimum wage, however many employees don't realize this or can't do anything about it.

[eightravens]

I guess I should consider myself lucky that I do not feel this video represents me or my work place at all.

I work at a Marriott run steak house in a resort, have healthcare, great benefits, paid for every minute that I am on the clock, and have had bussers who have gone on to climb the corporate ladder that are now my superiors.

A bad workplace is like a bad relationship, sometimes you don't realize you can leave.

[vt1000000]

After watching this I feel like never eating in a restaurant again.

[Bob Martin]

You are right, it is Way below the minimum wage. As a matter of fact, I remember when $2.13 was the minimum wage. That was way back in the early 70s. It is a shame that the food service industry has not or will not step up to the plate and take care of the people that make them the big bucks; However, to be fair most small, non-chained, restaourants do not make much on their food. With all the laws and regulations just to keep the doors open and all the equipment needed costs a lot of money too.

[saphiredewdrop]

That money goes to taxes.  The money for them to actually survive on come from tips.

[MrSirBerto]

VERY GOOD. My boy Emmanuel bought me to here....amazing. Cant wait

[eirefrance]

Have you ever seen the back of house staff at the restaurants you go out to eat at?