Disney World Workers Rally, Accuse Contractor of Wage Theft and Harassment
Approximately 200 Disney World workers rallied in Kissimmee, Florida, to protest their employer's contract with the Patina Group, a third-party restaurant operator. Workers claim the Patina Group engages in wage theft, ignores sexual harassment, and retaliates against unionization efforts. They…
Orlando Daytona Beach Melbourne, FL, August 13, 2026 —
Approximately 200 Disney World workers gathered in Kissimmee, Florida, to protest the contract between their employer and the Patina Group, a third-party operator of several restaurants at the theme park.
The protesting workers, represented by union organizers, allege that the Patina Group has engaged in practices including wage theft, failing to address instances of sexual harassment, and retaliating against employees involved in unionization efforts.
During the rally, participants voiced their concerns and called upon Walt Disney World to sever its ties with the Patina Group. The workers are advocating for Disney to take direct operational control of the restaurants currently managed by the contractor.
Specific details regarding the exact nature of the alleged wage theft, the timeline of the sexual harassment claims, and the instances of retaliation were not provided. The outcome of any formal complaints or investigations related to these allegations was also not detailed in the information available.
The demonstration highlights ongoing labor tensions within the theme park industry and specifically targets the relationship between major companies and their third-party service providers. The workers’ primary demand is for Disney to cease its contract with the Patina Group, thereby bringing the affected restaurant operations under direct Disney management.
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