Arkansas cook employment contract template

Arkansas Full-Time Cook Employment Agreement

This Agreement is made and entered into as of [Date], by and between:

[Employer Full Legal Name], a [State of Incorporation/Organization, e.g., Arkansas Corporation], with a principal place of business at [Employer Full Address] (hereinafter referred to as "Employer"),

and

[Employee Full Legal Name], residing at [Employee Full Address], with phone number [Employee Phone Number] and email address [Employee Email Address] (hereinafter referred to as "Employee").

Position: Full-Time Cook

• Option A: Restaurant
• Option B: Institution (e.g., hospital, care facility)
• Option C: School Cafeteria
• Option D: Other: [Specify]

The Employee's primary duty station is located at: [Work Address in Arkansas].

Job Description:

The Employee shall perform the duties of a Full-Time Cook, which includes but is not limited to:

• Preparation and cooking of meals according to set recipes and menus.
• Compliance with Arkansas Department of Health food safety regulations.
• Maintenance of kitchen cleanliness and sanitation.
• Proper food storage following state codes.
• Portion control.
• Menu knowledge.
• Handling kitchen equipment (ovens, fryers, grills, slicers).
• Allergen awareness.
• Knife and equipment safety.
• Waste disposal per local ordinances.
• Receiving and inspecting food deliveries.
• Preparation of special dietary meals (if required).
• Participation in inventory counts.
• Adherence to Arkansas-adopted food handler certification or ServSafe requirements.

Reporting Lines:

• Option A: Supervised by the Executive Chef.
• Option B: Supervised by the Kitchen Manager.
• Option C: Supervised by the Owner.

The Employee will interact with servers, dishwashers, and other kitchen staff as needed.

Work Schedule and Hours:

The Employee is a full-time employee and will work a minimum of 30 hours per week.

• Option A: Typical scheduling pattern: [Specify, e.g., split shifts, evenings, weekends].
• Option B: Specific schedule: [Specify Days and Times].
• Overtime eligibility: [Specify, e.g., non-exempt and eligible for overtime pay at 1.5x the regular rate for hours worked over 40 in a workweek.]
• Clock-in/out and timekeeping system: [Specify, e.g., paper timesheet, electronic time clock].
• Meal and rest breaks: [Specify if provided, e.g., one unpaid 30-minute meal break and two paid 15-minute rest breaks per shift]. Note: Arkansas law does not mandate breaks.

Wage and Compensation:

• Hourly Rate: [Dollar amount] per hour. OR Annual Salary: [Dollar amount] per year.
• Pay Frequency: [Specify, e.g., bi-weekly, weekly].
• Method of Payment: [Specify, e.g., check, direct deposit].
• Overtime Rate: At least 1.5 times the regular rate of pay for hours worked over 40 in a workweek.
• Tip Sharing/Pooling: [Specify if applicable, and detail arrangements]. If not applicable, state: "Not Applicable".
• Bonuses/Incentives: [Specify if applicable, and detail terms]. If not applicable, state: "Not Applicable".
• Holiday Pay: [Specify policy or list holidays, or state "Refer to Employee Handbook"].

Benefits:

• Health Insurance: [Specify if offered, and detail coverage, or state "Not Offered"].
• Dental Insurance: [Specify if offered, and detail coverage, or state "Not Offered"].
• Vision Insurance: [Specify if offered, and detail coverage, or state "Not Offered"].
• Paid Sick Leave/Vacation: [Specify policy or state "Not Offered"].
• Holidays: [Explicit list or reference to company policy, or state "Refer to Employee Handbook"].
• Uniform/Tool Provisioning: [Specify, e.g., provided, reimbursed up to $[Amount], or Employee Responsibility].
• Food Handler/Safety Certification Renewal: [Specify if employer-paid, or state "Employee Responsibility"].
• Employee Meals/Subsidized Dining: [Specify details, or state "Not Offered"].
• 401(k)/Retirement Plan: [Specify if offered, and detail eligibility, or state "Not Offered"].
• Training/Advancement Opportunities: [Specify details, or state "Not Offered"].

Employment Status:

The Employee's employment is "at-will," meaning that either the Employer or the Employee may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, subject to applicable laws. This is in accordance with Arkansas law.

• Notice Period: [Specify if a notice period is required by the employer. If none is required, state: "None Required"].
• Final Wage Payment: Final wages will be paid in compliance with Arkansas law.
• Return of Property: Upon termination, the Employee shall return all Employer property.

Health and Safety:

The Employee shall comply with all Arkansas Department of Health kitchen sanitation requirements and Employer’s safety policies.

• Compliance with posted Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
• Mandatory reporting of work-related injuries/illnesses.
• Workers' Compensation Insurance: Employer maintains workers' compensation insurance in accordance with the Arkansas Workers' Compensation Act. Policy details: [Provide policy number and carrier if possible, or state "Refer to HR Department"].
• Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): [Specify PPE requirements].
• Discipline for Safety Violations: [Specify procedures].
• Minimum Safe Kitchen Staffing Levels: [Specify details or reference local ordinances].

Confidentiality:

The Employee shall maintain the confidentiality of Employer's proprietary recipes, customer information, business operations, and pricing or sourcing strategies.

Intellectual Property:

• Option A: Any recipes or culinary concepts developed by the Employee during their employment shall be the property of the Employer.
• Option B: Employee retains ownership of intellectual property developed.

Behavior and Kitchen Conduct:

The Employee shall comply with all rules on hygiene, personal appearance, substance use, attendance, anti-harassment, non-violence, and respect for coworkers. This includes:

• Maintaining proper hygiene and adhering to grooming standards.
• Wearing clean uniforms/hats/hair restraints.
• Abstaining from substance use during work hours.
• Meeting attendance and punctuality standards.
• Treating all coworkers with respect and adhering to anti-harassment policies.

Non-Compete and Non-Solicitation:

• Option A: Non-Compete: During the term of employment and for a period of [Number] months following termination of employment, the Employee shall not, directly or indirectly, engage in any business that competes with the Employer within a radius of [Number] miles from the Employer's principal place of business. This restriction is limited to [Specify the specific role or types of work prohibited].
• Option B: Non-Solicitation: During the term of employment and for a period of [Number] months following termination of employment, the Employee shall not solicit, divert, or attempt to solicit or divert any employee or customer of the Employer.
• Option C: No Non-Compete or Non-Solicitation: This agreement contains no non-compete or non-solicitation provisions.

Equal Employment Opportunity/Anti-Discrimination:

Employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all federal and state laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or other protected characteristic.

Drug/Alcohol Testing Policy:

• Option A: Pre-employment Drug Testing: As a condition of employment, the Employee is subject to pre-employment drug testing.
• Option B: Random Drug Testing: The Employee may be subject to random drug testing during their employment.
• Option C: Reasonable Suspicion/Post-Incident Testing: The Employee may be required to undergo drug or alcohol testing in cases of reasonable suspicion or after a work-related incident.
• Option D: No Drug/Alcohol Testing.

Refer to the employee handbook for details of drug/alcohol testing policies, procedures and Arkansas compliance.

Dispute Resolution:

The parties agree to attempt to resolve any disputes through good faith negotiation.

• Option A: Mediation: If negotiation fails, the parties agree to attempt mediation before resorting to litigation.
• Option B: Arbitration: Any dispute arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall be resolved by binding arbitration in accordance with the Federal Arbitration Act and Arkansas law.
• Governing Law: This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Arkansas.

Required Postings:

Employee acknowledges that notices of Arkansas minimum wage and safety regulations are displayed in the workplace.

Acknowledgement of Receipt and Understanding:

The Employee acknowledges that they have received, understand, and agree to comply with all the terms and conditions of this Agreement.

Attachments:

• Option A: Employee Handbook (Refer to Handbook for full policy descriptions).
• Option B: Kitchen Operations Manual (Refer to Manual for full policy descriptions).

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

____________________________

[Employer Full Legal Name]

By: ____________________________

[Employer Printed Name]

[Employer Title]

____________________________

[Employee Full Legal Name]