Alaska cook employment contract template

Alaska Cook Employment Contract

This Full-Time Cook Employment Contract (the "Agreement") is made and entered into as of [Effective Date] by and between:

• [Employer Full Legal Name], a [State] [Entity Type] with its principal place of business at [Employer Address], hereinafter referred to as "Employer,"
• and
• [Employee Full Legal Name], residing at [Employee Address], hereinafter referred to as "Employee."

WHEREAS, Employer desires to employ Employee as a Cook, and Employee desires to be employed by Employer in such capacity.

NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants contained herein, the parties agree as follows:

1. Position and Responsibilities:

• Employee shall be employed as a Cook and shall report to [Head Chef Name/Sous Chef Name/Kitchen Manager Name].
• The Employee's responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
  • Option A: Food preparation according to established recipes and standards.
  • Option B: Inspecting ingredients for freshness and quality.
  • Option C: Setting up the workstation (mise en place) before service.
  • Option D: Safe handling of knives and other kitchen equipment.
  • Option E: Cooking and plating food according to client specifications.
  • Option F: Following portion control requirements.
  • Option G: Menu rotation.
  • Option H: Inventory and food storage assistance.
  • Option I: Monitoring food temperatures.
  • Option J: Maintaining a clean and sanitary work environment.
  • Option K: Dishwashing duties when necessary.
  • Option L: Kitchen cleaning/maintenance participation.
  • Option M: Ensuring compliance with all food safety and hygiene regulations as outlined by the Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC).
  • Option N: Supporting other kitchen staff during peak service.
• Employee is expected to attend staff meetings, shift briefings, and mandatory food safety/job-related trainings.

2. Work Location:

• The primary work location is [Restaurant Name/Food Service Business Name] located at [Work Location Address].
• Option A: This position may require travel to other locations in Alaska.
• Option B: Employee will be provided with staff accommodation at [Accommodation Address].
• Option C: Transportation to/from the work location in [Location, e.g., remote lodge, oilfield camp] will be provided by the employer.

3. Employment Type and Work Hours:

• This is a full-time position.
• Standard work hours are [Number] hours per week.
• Option A: The shift schedule is [Day/Swing/Night/Rotational/Split Shifts].
• Option B: The workweek includes [Weekends/Public Holidays].
• Schedule changes will be communicated with [Number] days' notice.
• Overtime may be required.

4. Overtime:

• Employee shall be compensated for overtime hours worked in accordance with Alaska Statutes.
• Option A: Overtime will be paid at a rate of 1.5 times the regular hourly rate for hours worked over 8 in a day or 40 in a workweek.
• Option B: Overtime provisions may be subject to residential and seasonal exemptions as defined under Alaska law.

5. Breaks and Meal Periods:

• Break and meal periods will be provided in accordance with Alaska wage and hour regulations.
• Option A: Employee will receive a [Number] minute paid break for every [Number] hours worked.
• Option B: Employee will receive a [Number] minute unpaid meal break after [Number] hours worked.

6. Compensation:

• Employee will be paid at a rate of [Dollar Amount] per hour/ [Dollar Amount] per year.
• Pay cycle is [Weekly/Bi-weekly/Semi-monthly/Monthly].
• Payment will be made via [Check/Direct Deposit].
• Option A: Employee may be eligible for tips. Tip pooling/sharing policy is: [Description of Tip Pooling/Sharing Policy].
• Option B: Employee may be eligible for a shift differential of [Dollar Amount].
• Option C: Employee may be eligible for a seasonal bonus based on performance and company profitability.

7. Employee Benefits:

• Employer offers the following benefits:
  • Option A: Health insurance. Details are outlined in the employee handbook.
  • Option B: Dental insurance. Details are outlined in the employee handbook.
  • Option C: Vision insurance. Details are outlined in the employee handbook.
  • Option D: [Number] days of paid sick leave per year.
  • Option E: [Number] days of paid vacation per year.
  • Option F: Eligibility for retirement plan after [Number] months of employment.
  • Option G: Staff housing/housing stipend of [Dollar Amount] per month.
  • Option H: Travel reimbursement as per company policy.
  • Option I: Uniforms or work-clothing allowance of [Dollar Amount] per [Time Period].
  • Option J: Training and career development support, including Alaska food worker card/food handler training and ServSafe certification paid by Employer.

8. Safe Food Handling and Sanitation:

• Employee must adhere to all safe food handling and sanitation practices as outlined by the Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Food Code.
• Employee will participate in periodic mandatory food safety re-certification.
• Employee must immediately report any food safety incidents to [Designated Person/Department].

9. Confidentiality:

• Employee agrees to keep confidential all proprietary recipes, supplier contacts, operational procedures, and business information of the Employer.

10. Outside Employment:

• Employee may not engage in outside employment that directly competes with Employer's business.

11. Uniform and Grooming Standards:

• Employee must adhere to the Employer's uniform and grooming standards, including wearing a hat/hairnet, non-slip shoes, and refraining from wearing jewelry while on duty.
• Personal hygiene standards must be maintained at all times.

12. Anti-Discrimination and Harassment Prevention:

• Employer is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment.
• Employee must comply with the Employer's anti-discrimination, equal employment, and harassment prevention policies as required by the Alaska Human Rights Act.

13. Workplace Safety:

• Employee must adhere to all workplace safety policies in accordance with Alaska Occupational Safety and Health (AKOSH) standards.
• Employee must use protective equipment as required and report any unsafe conditions to [Designated Person/Department].

14. Drug and Alcohol Policy:

• Employee must comply with the Employer's alcohol and drug-free workplace policy.
• Option A: Employee may be subject to random mandatory drug/alcohol testing.

15. Performance Reviews:

• Employee's job performance will be reviewed [Frequency].
• Performance will be evaluated based on [Metrics, e.g., plating/food quality/timeliness, adherence to cost control and waste reduction targets].

16. Termination:

• Employment may be terminated by either party with [Number] days' written notice.
• Employer may terminate employment for cause, including but not limited to: repeated food code violations, harassment, or intoxication on the premises.
• In the event of termination, Employee must return all uniforms and company property.
• Final paycheck will be provided within [Number] days of termination, in compliance with Alaska wage payment statutes.

17. Dispute Resolution:

• Any disputes arising from this Agreement shall be resolved through direct negotiation, mediation, or arbitration before litigation.
• This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Alaska.

18. Minors:

• If Employee is under 18 years of age, Employee's work hours and duties will comply with Alaska child labor statutes.

19. Acknowledgement:

• Employee acknowledges receipt of the employee handbook/kitchen policies.
• Employee understands and agrees to all safety, food handling, and operational requirements specific to the Alaskan work environment.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement as of the date first written above.

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[Employer Representative Name], Employer

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[Employee Name], Employee