Florida retail sales associate employment contract template

Florida Retail Sales Associate Employment Contract

This Florida Retail Sales Associate Employment Contract ("Agreement") is made and entered into as of [Date] by and between [Employer Name], a company organized under the laws of Florida, with its principal place of business at [Employer Address] ("Employer"), and [Employee Name], residing at [Employee Address] ("Employee").

Position and Job Description

The Employer hires Employee as a full-time Retail Sales Associate.

The Employee's duties include, but are not limited to:

• Providing excellent customer service.
• Selling merchandise and achieving sales goals.
• Operating the point-of-sale (POS) system.
• Managing inventory and restocking shelves.
• Maintaining store displays and visual merchandising.
• Adhering to loss prevention practices.
• Upselling and cross-selling products.
• Handling customer returns and exchanges according to store policy.
• Cleaning and maintaining the sales floor.
• Assisting with promotional events.
• Reporting to [Supervisor/Manager Name], or other assigned supervisor or store manager.

Work Location

Option A: The Employee's primary work location will be at [Store Address], located in [City], Florida.

Option B: The Employee may be required to work at other store locations within [County/Radius], Florida, as needed.

Employee is required to be present in-store during scheduled shifts.

Employee must adhere to the Employer's dress code/uniform standards, including wearing the designated uniform and employee identification badge at all times while on duty.

Employment Type and Work Schedule

The employment is full-time, according to Florida law.

Option A: The regular work schedule is [Number] hours per week.

Option B: The regular work schedule will vary depending on the store’s needs, with a minimum of [Number] hours per week.

Employee may be required to work rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed.

The Employer will provide meal and rest breaks in accordance with its established policy and applicable federal law, including the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

Employee is eligible for overtime pay as required by the FLSA for all hours worked over 40 in a workweek.

Compensation

Option A: The Employee's hourly wage is [Dollar Amount] per hour.

Option B: The Employee's annual salary is [Dollar Amount], paid [Frequency, e.g., bi-weekly].

Overtime will be paid at one and one-half times the regular rate of pay for all hours worked over 40 in a workweek.

The pay period is [Pay Period, e.g., bi-weekly], and pay dates are [Pay Date, e.g., every other Friday].

Option A: Payment will be made via direct deposit.

Option B: Payment will be made via [Payment Method, e.g., paper check].

Option A: The Employee is eligible for commissions based on [Commission Structure].

Option B: The Employee is eligible for individual or team performance bonuses based on [Bonus Structure].

Benefits

The Employee is eligible for benefits in accordance with the Employer's established policies.

Eligibility for and participation in benefits programs are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plan documents.

• Option A: Health insurance
• Option B: Dental insurance
• Option C: Vision insurance
• Option D: 401(k) or other retirement plan
• Option E: Paid vacation days
• Option F: Paid sick days
• Option G: Paid holidays (Florida-recognized public holidays)
• Option H: Employee merchandise discounts
• Option I: Tuition reimbursement or training cost coverage (if applicable)

At-Will Employment

The Employee's employment is at-will.

This means 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 Agreement does not create a contractual guarantee of continued employment.

Termination

Option A: If the Employee voluntarily resigns, the Employee is requested to provide [Number] days' written notice to the Employer.

Option B: The Employer may terminate the Employee's employment immediately for cause, including, but not limited to, theft, dishonesty, or violation of company policy.

Upon termination, the Employee will receive a final paycheck in accordance with Florida law.

The Employee must return all company property, including uniforms, badges, keys, and any other company-issued items, upon termination.

Non-Compete (If Applicable - Review Florida Statute §542.335 Carefully)

Option A: (If Non-Compete Clause is Used) Employee agrees that during the term of employment and for a period of [Number] months following termination of employment, regardless of the reason for termination, Employee will not, directly or indirectly, engage in or be employed by any business that competes with the Employer within a [Radius/Geographic Area] radius of the Employer’s store location. This restriction applies to [Specific Line of Business]. This clause is intended to be reasonable in time, area, and line of business, as required by Florida Statute §542.335.

Option B: (If No Non-Compete Clause is Used) No non-compete agreement is required under this contract.

Confidentiality

The Employee agrees to hold confidential all information related to the Employer's business, including, but not limited to, pricing, sales data, customer records, proprietary marketing techniques, and sensitive inventory information, both during and after employment.

Intellectual Property and Work Product

Any sales plans, marketing materials, or store-specific processes created by the Employee within the scope of their job duties are the property of the Employer.

Compliance with Laws and Policies

The Employee agrees to comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, as well as the Employer's policies and procedures, including those related to workplace conduct, cash handling, credit card data security (PCI DSS compliance), loss prevention, and business ethics. The Employee is required to report any suspected theft or policy violations to the Employer immediately.

Anti-Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunity

The Employer is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. The Employer prohibits any form of harassment.

Policy Acknowledgments

The Employee acknowledges that they have received and will adhere to the Employer’s policies and procedures regarding:

• Workplace safety (OSHA compliance)
• Emergency evacuation
• Workplace violence prevention
• Slip/trip/fall hazard protocols
• COVID-19 or health and sanitation standards.

FLSA Status and Timekeeping

The Employee is classified as a non-exempt employee under the FLSA and is entitled to overtime pay.

The Employee is required to accurately record their time worked using the Employer's designated timekeeping system.

The Employee must be punctual and adhere to their scheduled work hours. Unapproved absences or tardiness may result in disciplinary action.

Training

The Employee is required to participate in initial and ongoing training, including customer service, point-of-sale use, product knowledge, loss prevention, and safety practices, as determined by the Employer.

Use of Mobile Devices and Social Media

The Employee's use of mobile devices and personal belongings in the work area is subject to the Employer's policy.

The Employee shall not make any social media references to the store, its employees, or its customers while on duty or in a manner that could reflect negatively on the Employer.

Grievance Procedures

The Employee may report any grievances, workplace safety hazards, or discrimination to [Designated Contact/Department]. The Employee may also contact the Florida Commission on Human Relations or other relevant state or federal agencies.

Leave Policies

The Employee is eligible for jury duty, voting leave, and military/reserve duty leave in accordance with Florida law.

Child Labor Laws (If Applicable)

If the Employee is a minor, the Employer will comply with all applicable provisions of the Florida Child Labor Law.

Acknowledgment of Company Handbook and Policies

The Employee acknowledges receipt of the Employer's employee handbook, code of conduct, and drug-free workplace policy (if applicable).

Background Checks

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check in accordance with Florida law and EEOC guidance.

Modifications and Amendments

This Agreement may be modified or amended only by a written instrument signed by both the Employer and the Employee.

Severability

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

Integration

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.

Assignment

This Agreement may not be assigned by the Employee without the prior written consent of the Employer.

Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida.

Any disputes arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall be resolved in the state or federal courts located in [County], Florida.

Option A: All disputes shall be settled by binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association.

Option B: The Employer and Employee agree to first attempt to resolve any disputes through mediation.

Electronic Signatures

The parties agree that this Agreement may be executed by electronic signature, which shall be considered valid and binding under Florida's Uniform Electronic Transactions Act.

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

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[Employer Name]

By: ____________________________

[Employer Representative Name]

Title: [Employer Representative Title]

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[Employee Name]