Supermarket workers’ grim reality: Not enough cash for lunch, wearing diapers in lieu of breaks
A new book reveals the harsh realities faced by supermarket workers in the U.S. Ann Larson, who worked as a supervisor and cashier, highlights the struggles of employees earning low wages while dealing with physical injuries and limited breaks. Many workers resorted to wearing diapers due to the lack of bathroom access, illustrating the dire conditions in the retail industry.
- ▪Supermarket workers often earn under $15 an hour, struggling to afford basic necessities.
- ▪Employees face physical injuries from repetitive tasks and have limited access to breaks.
- ▪Some workers resort to wearing diapers due to restricted bathroom access.
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| Original publisher | New York Post |
| Canonical URL | https://nypost.com/2026/06/06/us-news/grim-realities-of-working-in-a-supermarket-revealed/ |
| Publication time | Sat, 06 Jun 2026 14:00:00 -0400 |
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US News Supermarket workers’ grim reality: Not enough cash for lunch, wearing diapers in lieu of breaks By Caroline Howe Published June 6, 2026, 2:00 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Since the post-war years and the exodus to the suburbs, the supermarket has become a beloved and necessary staple of American life, offering up fresh food, convenience and cheery customer service. But all is not well amidst the fluorescent lights, produce misters and Muzak, Ann Larson writes in her new book, “Cleanup on Aisle Five, Essential Work, Poverty Wages and the View from Behind the Supermarket Register” (Atria/One Signal Publishers, June 9). 4 All is not well amidst the fluorescent lights, produce misters and Muzak, a new book reveals.
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