An Affiliate of the National Trades Union Congress (NTUC)
Who We Are
The Food, Drinks and Allied Workers Union (FDAWU) is a trade union affiliated to the National Trades Union Congress (NTUC), representing workers in the hotel and food sectors in Singapore.
Our Vision
To be a strong and effective union that protects and advances the interests of workers in the hotel and food sectors, We are working closely together with stakeholders toward a future where our members can look forward to fair wages, good working conditions, job security, and opportunities for career advancement.
Our Mission
To protect and advance the interests of our members through collective representation and negotiation, skills upgrading, and providing a member-only benefits and services.
Our Objectives
Representation
To represent members in negotiations with employers for better wages, working conditions, and benefits through collective negotiation.
Skills Development
To promote skills upgrading and lifelong learning among members to enhance their employability and career progression.
Welfare
To provide a comprehensive range of benefits and welfare programs to enhance the quality of life for members and their families.
Education
To educate members on their rights and responsibilities as workers, and to promote industrial harmony through mutual understanding.
Advocacy
To advocate for policies and initiatives that benefit workers in the hotel and food sector at the national level.
Future-Readiness
To prepare members for future challenges and opportunities in the evolving hotel and food sectors landscape.
Our History
Since our founding in 1964, FDAWU has been at the forefront of protecting and advancing the interests of workers in the hotel and food sectors in Singapore.
1964: Founding of FDAWU
We were established to represent workers in the hotel and food sectors
1970s: Early Growth
Expanded membership base and established relationships with major employers in the hotel and F&B sectors.
1980s: Collective Bargaining
Successfully negotiated improved wages and working conditions for members across various Hotel and F&B establishments.
1990s: Skills Development Focus
Introduced training programs to help members adapt to changing industry demands and technological advancements.
2000s: Expansion of Services
Extended services to include legal assistance, financial support, and exclusive member-only benefits.
2010s: Digital Transformation
Embraced digital technologies to better serve members and prepare workers for the future economy.
Present: Industry 4.0 Readiness
Focusing on preparing workers for Industry 4.0 challenges and opportunities through upskilling and reskilling initiatives.
Organisational Structure
FDAWU is governed by a dedicated team of leaders who guide our mission to protect and advance the interests of workers in the hotel and food sectors.
How We Operate?
FDAWU is led by its Executive Council, which holds overall governing authority. The Council appoints an Administrative Committee responsible for overseeing the Union’s programmes and initiatives, focusing on the following areas:
- Finance
- Establishment
- Industrial Relations / Partnership
- Membership (Women / Older Workers / Migrant Workers / Caregivers)
- Leadership
- Care & Share
- Social and Sports
- U Live – Family
- Workplace Safety & Health.
- Workforce Readiness
- Property Management
- International Relations
- Publicity
These committees are run with feedback, participation and support of our Branches.
We also work closely with our advisors and trustees, who provide guidance and support to the union in various areas, including legal matters, financial management, and strategic planning.
Our Leadership Team
Meet the dedicated team of leaders who guide our union’s mission and activities:
Executive Council
Julie Cheong Ai Hung
President
Mohamed Yusoff Adenan
Vice-President
Sankaradass S Chami
General Secretary
Mustafa Lambak
Deputy General Secretary
Muhammad Sa'ari Jakiman
Assistant General Treasurer
Tan Hock Soon
Senior Master Consultant
Jean See Jinli
Executive Secretary
Lim Chye Teck
General Treasurer
Rekha Bhargavu
Internal Auditor
Patrick Chua Han Yong
Internal Auditor
Ng Boon Chiew
Member
Selina Selvarani Sinnapillai
Member
Serene Gan Chai Huay
Member
Sharhirzal Mohamad Amin
Member
Simon Teo Liang Hong
Member
Teong Kam Yin
Member
Thomas Lim Poh Chai
Member
Khairunnisa Abdul karim
Member
Kelvin Lim Eng Chuan
Member
Jeromy Phang Yew Meng
Member
Gunalan Kandasamy Arumugam
Member
Chew hock Joo
Member
Azman Yahaya
Member
Audrey Tan Kim Lian
Member
Alvin Mukherjee M Dulal
Member
Advisors and Trustees
| Advisors | Trustees |
|---|---|
| Lim Hng Kiang | Alex Sim Chong Tee |
| Yeo Guat Kwang | David Lim Kee Poh |
| Christopher De Souza | Thiagarajah Kanesan |
| Liang Eng Hwa |
