Get Involved!

How do I become a member?  

Any current or former restaurant worker, worker interested in entering the restaurant industry, or relative of a restaurant worker can become a member of ROC-LA.  If you're interested in becoming a member please call our office and RSVP for an orientation.
In order to become a member, one must:

1. Attend one of our weekly one-hour orientation meetings.
2. Attend an educational workshop on Worker's Rights in the Workplace
3. Volunteer a minimum of 2 hours in worker outreach efforts and organizational events
4. Pay a $5 monthly membership fee

What are the privileges of being a member?

1. You're eligible for our free training classes: fine dining, server, bartending, and ESL
2. You're eligible for our national Restaurant Worker Health Care Cooperative
3. Receive legal support for workplace issues
4. We'll help you create and edit your resume
5. Obtain a ROC-LA member ID card

How can I volunteer?

Help us spread the word about ROC-LA's exciting programs and resources by joining our team of volunteers. We currently do outreach in the afternoons and evenings in areas of Los Angeles with high concentrations of restaurants. We also have needs for full-time and part time interns who can help coordinate our policy advocacy campaigns, job training program, administer our affordable health insurance plan, and other programs.  If you are interested in becoming a part of our diverse and exciting team, please contact us.