Alaska cashier employment contract template

Alaska Cashier Employment Contract

This Cashier Employment Contract (the “Agreement”) is made and entered into as of [Date], by and between [Employer Name], located at [Employer Address] (“Employer”), and [Employee Name], residing at [Employee Address] (“Employee”).

1. Position:

• The Employer hires the Employee as a full-time Cashier.
• Work Location: [Location of Work] in Alaska.
• Option A: Employee may be required to work at other locations in Alaska as needed.
• Option B: Employee will only work at the primary location listed above.

2. Duties:

• Cash Handling:
  • Operating a cash register/POS system.
  • Processing cash, credit, debit, and EFT transactions.
  • Counting tills at opening and closing.
  • Daily cash reconciliation.
  • Issuing receipts.
• Customer Service:
  • Greeting customers.
  • Answering routine product/price questions.
  • Resolving billing disputes.
  • Reporting suspicious transactions.
• Other duties:
  • Processing returns/exchanges.
  • Adhering to loss prevention/anti-theft policies.
  • Compliance with anti-money laundering and anti-fraud requirements.

3. Work Schedule:

• Hours: Minimum 35-40 hours per week.
• Shift Schedule: [Days and Times of Work], including potential weekends and holidays.
• Breaks:
  • Option A: Employee will receive a [Length of Break] minute unpaid meal break for every [Number of Hours] hours worked.
  • Option B: Employee will receive a 15-minute paid rest break for every 4 hours worked.
  • Note: Adult employees are not entitled to mandatory breaks under Alaska law. This specifies employer-provided benefits.

4. Overtime:

• Eligibility: Overtime pay at 1.5 times the regular rate for hours worked over 8 per day or 40 per week.
• Overtime Assignment:
  • Option A: Overtime is voluntary.
  • Option B: Overtime may be mandatory with reasonable advance notice.
  • Notice Requirement: [Amount of Notice] notice will be given for mandatory overtime.
• Split Shifts:
  • Option A: Split shifts are not permitted.
  • Option B: Split shifts may be required.

5. Compensation:

• Hourly Rate: \$[Hourly Wage] per hour. (Must meet Alaska state minimum wage.)
• Pay Cycle: [Pay Frequency, e.g., Bi-weekly].
• Direct Deposit: Wages will be paid via direct deposit to the Employee’s designated bank account.
• Tip Reporting:
  • Option A: Tips are not applicable to this position.
  • Option B: Employee is responsible for accurately reporting all tips received.
• Raises:
  • Option A: Raises will be considered annually based on performance.
  • Option B: No guaranteed raises are provided.

6. Benefits:

• Health Insurance:
  • Option A: Employer offers health, dental, and vision insurance after [Number] days of employment.
  • Option B: Employer does not offer health insurance.
• Paid Vacation:
  • Option A: Employee accrues [Number] days of paid vacation per year.
  • Option B: No paid vacation is provided.
• Sick Leave: Employee is entitled to sick leave in accordance with Alaska law.
• Holidays:
  • Option A: Employee is entitled to paid time off for [List of Holidays], including Alaska-specific holidays like Alaska Day and Seward's Day.
  • Option B: Employee will be paid regular wages for hours worked on holidays.
• Store Discount:
  • Option A: Employee receives a [Percentage]% discount on store merchandise.
  • Option B: No store discount is provided.
• Uniform/Dress Code:
  • Option A: Employer provides uniforms.
  • Option B: Employee must adhere to the employer’s dress code. [Dress Code Details]
• Commute Support:
  • Option A: Employer offers [Type of Support] commute support for weather-related issues.
  • Option B: Employer offers no commute support.

7. Workers’ Compensation:

• Employer will maintain workers’ compensation insurance as required by Alaska law.
• Employee is required to report all workplace injuries or illnesses immediately.

8. Employee Obligations:

• Cash Security: Follow all employer cash security measures.
• Reporting: Immediately report any cash shortages or overages.
• POS Credentials: Use and safeguard POS credentials appropriately.
• Anti-Theft/Fraud: Strictly adhere to anti-theft and fraud prevention procedures.
• Confidentiality: Maintain confidentiality of customer and payment information.
• Prohibited Conduct:
  • Unauthorized absence from cash station.
  • Possession of personal cash at register without policy compliance.
  • Accepting or soliciting personal payments/gifts from customers.

9. Disciplinary Action:

• Cash handling errors, compliance breaches, or workplace misconduct may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination.
• Progressive discipline may include verbal warnings, written warnings, suspension, and termination.

10. Reporting and Supervision:

• Employee reports to [Position, e.g., Head Cashier, Store Manager].
• Employee is required to participate in periodic cash audits or compliance training.

11. Payroll Errors:

• Employee must promptly report any payroll or timekeeping errors to [Department/Person].
• Employer will correct errors in accordance with Alaska law.

12. At-Will Employment:

• This is an at-will employment relationship, meaning either party may terminate the employment at any time, with or without cause or notice, subject to Alaska law.
• Notice of Resignation: Employee is requested to provide [Number] weeks' notice of resignation.
• Final Wages: Final wages will be paid within three working days of termination, as required by Alaska law.

13. Document Retention:

• Employment records will be retained in accordance with Alaska and federal law.

14. Background Check:

• Employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a criminal background check.

15. Equal Opportunity Employment:

• Employer is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other protected category under Alaska Human Rights Law.

16. Labor Law Postings:

• Employee acknowledges receipt of required labor law postings.

17. Equipment Use:

• Employee is responsible for the proper use and care of employer-provided cash-handling equipment and store property.
• Employee will be held liable for misuse, loss, or negligent damage.

18. Dispute Resolution:

• Any disputes arising from this agreement will be resolved through internal complaint/grievance channels first.
• If unresolved, disputes may be submitted to mediation.
• This agreement is governed by the laws of the State of Alaska.

19. Accommodation:

• Employer will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities or pregnancy, as required by Alaska and federal law.

20. Training:

• Employee is required to participate in periodic anti-fraud, theft prevention, and workplace safety training.
• Employee acknowledges receipt of relevant employee handbooks or manuals.

21. Non-Compete:

• No non-compete clause applies except where necessary to protect trade secrets or customer lists, and compliant with Alaska law.

22. Customer Data:

• Employee must handle and protect sensitive customer data in compliance with Alaska consumer privacy statutes.

Signatures:

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[Employer Name]
[Employer Title]

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[Employee Name]

Date: [Date]