Sexual harassment in a restaurant

Complainant alleged she was subjected to unwanted physical sexual harassment by the owner of the restaurant where she was employed. Complainant further alleged the unwelcome comments and conduct escalated after Respondent learned about Complainant’s sexual orientation. Additionally, Complainant alleged her work schedule was significantly reduced after filing a complaint with the commission, which initiated a separate investigation for retaliation. A Resolution Conference was held on February 14, 2023, with both parties entering into an agreement. A third investigation was opened when Complainant informed the Commission that she was only scheduled for one shift, a violation of the previous Pre-Determination Settlement Agreement that was entered into after the February 14, 2023, Resolution Conference. Complainant further alleged that she was scheduled for shifts she was not available for after informing Respondent of her daytime employment outside of her employment with Respondent. Commission investigation determined there was substantial evidence of discrimination, and a determination was issued on December 13, 2023. A Conciliation Agreement was approved on March 20, 2024, with Respondent agreeing to train all staff in English and in Spanish, update their policy and procedures regarding anti-discrimination in English and in Spanish, monitoring of training for one year, implementing a third-party HR firm to handle complaints of discrimination, and pay Complainant back pay in the amount of $12,503.53. On or  round June 11, 2024, the Commission was informed all terms of the agreement had been met, and a closing order was issued.