Arizona cook employment contract template

Arizona Cook Employment Contract

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

• [Employer Legal Name], a [State] [Entity Type] with its principal place of business at [Employer Address] (hereinafter "Employer"), and having Business License/Registration Number [Business License Number] and Food Service Permit Number [Food Service Permit Number].
• [Employee Full Legal Name], residing at [Employee Address] (hereinafter "Employee").

Position: Cook

• Option A: The Employee is hired as a Cook.
• Option B: The Employee is hired as a [Specific Cook Title, e.g., Line Cook, Prep Cook].

Job Responsibilities:

• Preparing ingredients for cooking, including washing, chopping, and measuring.
• Cooking and plating food according to recipes and standards.
• Managing food storage and ensuring proper food safety.
• Inventory management and ordering supplies.
• Maintaining a clean and organized workstation.
• Safe use of kitchen equipment.
• Following health inspections and maintaining compliance.
• Participating in menu planning and development.
• Assisting in catering or event services as assigned.
• Adhering to Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) and Maricopa County Environmental Health food safety standards.

Reporting Structure:

• Option A: The Employee will report directly to the [Head Cook/Sous Chef Name].
• Option B: The Employee will report directly to the [Kitchen Manager Name].

Required Certifications:

• Possession of a valid Arizona Food Handler Card.
• Option A: Possession of a ServSafe certification.
• Option B: Possession of [County Name] County-specific food safety credential.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to [Weight] pounds.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time ([Number] hours).
• Ability to work in hot and cold environments.

Employment Type: Full-Time

• Option A: The Employee is hired on a full-time basis.
• Option B: The Employee is hired on a part-time basis.

Work Schedule:

• Standard weekly hours: [Number] hours per week.
• Specific shifts: [AM/PM, Weekends, Holidays, Split Shifts].
• On-call expectations: [Describe on-call requirements, if any].
• Compliance with Arizona overtime pay rates per state and federal law.

Breaks:

• Meal breaks: [Number] minute(s) unpaid/paid meal break(s) per shift.
• Rest breaks: [Number] minute(s) paid rest break(s) per [Number] hours worked.
• Procedure to report missed breaks: [Describe reporting procedure].

Compensation:

• Option A: Hourly wage: $[Wage Amount] per hour.
• Option B: Annual salary: $[Salary Amount] per year.
• Payment schedule: [Weekly/Bi-weekly].
• Direct deposit: [Yes/No, and details].
• Compliance with Arizona minimum wage laws.
• Tips: [Describe tip arrangements, tip pooling, or tip credit].
  • Required written acknowledgment of tip arrangement per Arizona law.

Performance-Based Raises/Bonuses:

• Option A: Eligibility for performance-based raises will be reviewed annually.
• Option B: Eligibility for retention bonuses after [Time Period] of employment.
• Option C: Signing incentive of $[Amount], payable [Payment Schedule].
• Eligibility criteria: [Describe criteria].

Benefits:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance: [Describe coverage, waiting period].
• Vacation leave: [Accrual rate, carry-over rules].
• Sick leave: [Accrual rate, carry-over rules].
• Arizona Paid Sick Time compliance: Minimum required accrual: 1 hour per 30 worked.
• Unpaid leave: Per FMLA (if employer size qualifies) or other applicable local leave ordinances.

Employee Discounts/Allowances:

• Meal discounts: [Describe discount policy].
• Uniform allowance: $[Amount] per [Time Period].
• Footwear allowance: $[Amount] per [Time Period].
• Laundry/uniform maintenance: [Describe responsibility and allowances].
• Reimbursement for required certifications/training: [Describe reimbursement policy].

Workplace Accidents and Injuries:

• Procedures for handling food-related injuries or workplace accidents: Arizona workers’ compensation, reporting deadlines, required documentation.
• Mandatory participation in safety training as per ADHS and OSHA standards.

Compliance with Health and Food Safety Laws:

• Mandatory compliance with all state/local health and food safety laws.
• Reporting illness: Employees must promptly report any illness to their supervisor.
• Infectious disease control: Following ADHS food code.
• Policies on substance use in the kitchen.

Safe Practices:

• Adherence to safe knife, fire, and hazardous material handling practices.
• Consequences for violations of safety procedures.

Behavioral and Professional Standards:

• Absenteeism and tardiness policy.
• Uniform and hygiene expectations.
• Prohibition of harassment and discrimination: Compliant with Arizona and federal law.
• Respectful team and customer interaction.
• Anti-retaliation: Per Arizona and federal law.

Confidentiality:

• Confidentiality regarding recipes, proprietary kitchen processes, menu development, and customer information.
• Non-disclosure obligations extending beyond employment.

Intellectual Property:

• Ownership of original recipes or menu items developed during employment.
• Specify employer ownership or shared credit/royalties if applicable.

Non-Competition, Non-Solicitation:

• Non-compete clause: Limited to roles with access to trade secrets and in compliance with current Arizona restrictions (enforceable if reasonable in scope, duration, and geography).
• Non-solicitation and no-poach clauses: Only as lawfully permitted.

Workplace Policies:

• Attendance and reporting procedures.
• Shift swap procedures.
• Call-out procedures.
• Requirements for pre-employment background or reference checks.

Discipline and Termination:

• Discipline procedures and grounds for termination (gross misconduct, intoxication on duty, theft, repeated health/safety violations, insubordination).
• Discharge for cause provisions.

At-Will Employment:

• Standard at-will employment doctrine.
• Arizona's limited wrongful termination protections.
• Voluntary resignation notification: [Number] weeks' notice.
• Processes for final wage payment upon termination (as per Arizona law—must be paid within 7 working days or the next regular payday, whichever is sooner).

Return of Property:

• Protocol for the return of employer property (uniforms, keys, equipment) at end of employment.

Dispute Resolution:

• Encourage informal resolution, then mediation/arbitration.
• Arizona law and venue for any legal actions.

Acknowledgement of Policies:

• Acknowledgement of receipt and understanding of the employer’s anti-discrimination, anti-harassment, and equal opportunity policy per Arizona Civil Rights Act and federal law.
• Listing of all protected classifications and complaint procedures.

Accommodation for Disabilities:

• Affirm accommodation process for disabilities in compliance with Arizona law and the ADA, specifically for cooks with physical limitations.

E-Verify:

• Employment is subject to compliance with E-Verify requirements per Arizona law.
• Required documentation at hiring.

Severability:

If any provision of this Agreement is held to be invalid or unenforceable, such provision shall be struck and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

Entire Agreement:

This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous communications and proposals, whether oral or written, relating to the subject matter hereof.

Amendment:

This Agreement may be amended only by a written instrument signed by both parties.

Signatures:

[Employer Legal Name]

By: [Employer Representative Name]

Title: [Employer Representative Title]

Date: [Date]

[Employee Full Legal Name]

Date: [Date]

Witness (Optional):

[Witness Name]

Date: [Date]

Appendices:

• Job Description (attached)
• Shift Schedule Template (attached)
• Benefits Overview (attached)
• Tip Pool/Distribution Procedure (attached)
• Disciplinary Policy (attached)
• House Rules (attached)