CU Supports Substitute Worker Wages During COVID-19 Cases... "No Limit on Frequency"

On the 22nd, a CU convenience store franchise owner is using the job search application (app) 'Geupgu'.

[Asia Economy Reporter Lim Chunhan] CU announced on the 22nd that it has established a wage support system for substitute workers to assist franchise owners who are having difficulty operating their stores due to COVID-19 infections.

The wage support covers the amount exceeding this year's minimum wage of 9,160 KRW, with a salary support limit set at about 120% of the minimum wage, or 11,000 KRW. The support period lasts until the end of self-quarantine, and assuming the hiring of an 8-hour per day worker during the 7-day self-quarantine period for confirmed cases and close contacts, support is provided for up to 56 hours. There is no limit on the number of times support can be received.

To help quickly hire substitute workers for stores affected by COVID-19, CU plans to offer a convenience store specialized emergency staffing service through the job search application ‘Geupgu’ starting next month. If an unexpected staffing gap occurs due to unavoidable circumstances of store workers, franchise owners can apply for the emergency dispatch service, and standby personnel will be promptly sent to the store to ensure stable store operation.

A BGF Retail official said, “We considered what practical help we could provide to franchises during the severe COVID-19 situation and established this system,” adding, “Based on a solid partnership of over 30 years, the franchise headquarters will continue to develop various store support programs that can strengthen the win-win relationship with franchise stores.”

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