Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in our workplace and supporting our community

 

These commitments were generated in collaboration with our team.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and belonging Training 

We provide professional and ongoing educational programming to all employees on anti-racism, intersectionality, privilege, bias, diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. HBFC is committed to providing opportunities for our team to explore, learn and engage on these topics, especially as they relate to restaurants and food. We have partnered with a DEI consultant (ethos) to provide training classes for our staff.

As of August 2020, all staff, managers and owners have received training on understanding unconscious bias and sexual harassment prevention.

As of March 2021, all managers and owners have received training on conflict resolution.

As of July 2021, all staff, managers and owners have received training on intersectionality.

As of September 2021, all staff, managers and owners have received training on privilege.

As of February 2022, all staff, managers and owners have received training on upstander intervention.

As of May 2022, all staff, managers and owners have received training on disability inclusivity.

As of July 2022, all staff, managers and owners have received training on understanding gender identity.

As of October 2022, all staff, managers and owners have received training on anti-racism in service.

Diversity of Management Team and Auditing Hiring Practices 

Beginning in 2021, HBFC will conduct annual audits following the guidelines in the “Pursuing the High Road to Racial Equity”, an equity toolkit by RAISE High Road Restaurants. Audits are conducted by the Department of People in conjunction with staff members.

Strong Partnerships in the Community and Food Culture  

  • Some of the organizations that are doing great work, and we encourage you to follow and support: 

Brave Space Alliance 

Communities United Against Police Brutality

Fair Fight

My Block, My Hood, My City

NAACP Legal Defense and Education Fund

Restored Hope Chicago

The Bail Project

Urban Growers Collective

jUNETEENTH

HBFC will donate a portion of sales on Juneteenth.

  • 2021 donation to Black Lives Matter Chicago: $3,443

  • 2022 donation to Urban Growers Collective: $3,460

  • 2023 donation to The Evolved Network: $1,000

  • 2024 donation to The Evolved Network: $500

Alternatives to Calling the Police Policy

Upon reopening, and in collaboration with our team, we will be immediately implementing a clear system for alternatives to calling the police in our restaurant and we are committed to providing de-escalation training in our business.

Resources guiding this process:

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/u/0/d/1ZKtnPalThTFqqdQyZrzqD9H7xNl-JFKS2KQYau43pok/htmlview (List compiled by Lucie McKnight and Caroline Bernet.)

https://medium.com/now-what-stories/alternatives-to-calling-the-police-44778db8426a

Anonymous Reporting

Upon reopening, employees will have the option for anonymous reporting of any concerns or incidents in the workplace. The reports will be directed toward our internal Department of People. 

November Election Paid Time Off

HBFC closed on Election Day Tuesday, November 3, 2020 to give our entire team the opportunity to perform their civic duties, volunteer, take the day to learn about the democratic process, watch the results, or just spend time with their people. All employees were compensated for the day.

Staff-Led Equity Committee

In 2020, a staff-led committee was formed to evaluate, assess, and direct HBFC in ensuring an open and equitable workplace. Employees were paid for their work on the committee. 

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