Minnesota cashier employment contract template

Minnesota Cashier Employment Agreement

This Minnesota Cashier Employment Agreement ("Agreement") is made and entered into as of [Date], by and between [Employer Legal Name], a [State of Incorporation] corporation with its principal place of business at [Employer Address] ("Employer"), and [Employee Legal Name], residing at [Employee Address] ("Employee").

1. Position:

The Employer hires the Employee as a Cashier, located at [Employer's Minnesota Retail/Grocery/Service Establishment Name and Address].

Scope of Role:

Option A: Primary function will be cashiering duties at the [Specific Area, e.g., Front Registers].

Option B: Cashier duties including stocking shelves and customer service as needed.

2. Job Responsibilities:

Processing Transactions:

Option A: Handling cash, credit cards, debit cards, gift cards, checks, and refunds accurately.

Option B: Handling cash, credit cards, debit cards, gift cards, and mobile payments through POS system.

Cash Handling:

Option A: Dispensing change, reconciling cash drawers before and after shifts.

Option B: Tracking register variances, reporting discrepancies to management immediately.

Customer Interaction:

Option A: Bagging items, scanning merchandise with accuracy.

Option B: Resolving basic customer questions, addressing pricing discrepancies according to store policy.

Promotions & Loyalty:

Option A: Applying loyalty programs or coupons.

Option B: Explaining promotion details to customers.

Maintenance & Compliance:

Option A: Maintaining cleanliness and organization at the checkout area.

Option B: Adhering to company loss prevention policies.

Restricted Items:

Option A: Observing proper handling of restricted items (e.g., tobacco, lottery tickets, liquor where permitted) with age verification.

Option B: Refusing sale to underage individuals, escalating suspicious activities.

Training:

Option A: Participating in required company cashier training.

Option B: Participating in training on Minnesota food stamp (SNAP/EBT) acceptance.

3. Employment Status:

Full-time:

Option A: Employee's regular weekly hours will be [Number] hours per week.

Option B: Employee’s regular weekly hours will vary but will average approximately [Number] hours per week.

Work Schedule:

Option A: The work schedule will be [Days of the Week] from [Start Time] to [End Time].

Option B: Schedule to be determined by Employer and subject to change with reasonable notice.

Shift Requirements:

Option A: Includes occasional night/weekend/holiday shifts.

Option B: No night/weekend/holiday shifts are required.

4. Wage and Compensation:

Base Rate:

Option A: Employee’s hourly base rate is [Dollar Amount] per hour.

Option B: Employee's starting hourly base rate is [Dollar Amount] per hour subject to performance review after [Number] months.

Overtime Pay:

Option A: Overtime will be paid at one and one-half times the regular rate for hours worked over 48 in a workweek, per Minnesota law.

Option B: Overtime will be paid per Minnesota law.

Payment Frequency & Method:

Option A: Wages will be paid bi-weekly via direct deposit.

Option B: Wages will be paid semi-monthly via paper check.

On-Call/Early Arrival:

Option A: Employee will be paid for any "on-call" time or required early arrival/late departure.

Option B: Employee will not be required to be "on-call" or arrive early/depart late.

Wage Statement Compliance:

The Employer will provide compliant wage statements per Minnesota law.

Wage Theft Prevention Notification:

Employer will provide required written notices to employee regarding wage theft prevention.

5. Benefits:

Health Coverage:

Option A: Employee is eligible for health, dental, and vision coverage after [Number] days of employment.

Option B: Employee is not eligible for health, dental, and vision coverage.

Sick & Safe Time:

Employee will accrue and use sick and safe time leave in accordance with Minnesota law and applicable local ordinances.

Paid Time Off (PTO):

Option A: Employee will accrue PTO at a rate of [Number] hours per pay period.

Option B: Employee is not eligible for PTO.

Breaks & Meal Periods:

Rest breaks and meal periods will be provided in compliance with Minnesota law.

Other Benefits:

Option A: Employer provides life insurance.

Option B: Employer offers retirement plan options.

Option C: Employee discount policy is available.

Option D: Uniform stipend/reimbursement of [Dollar Amount] per [Time Period].

6. Timekeeping, Attendance, and Punctuality:

Clock-In/Out:

Employees will clock in and out using [Method, e.g., Time Clock System].

No-Call/No-Show:

Attendance issues will be addressed pursuant to Minnesota law and company policy.

7. Store Policies & Conduct:

Compliance:

Employee must comply with store safety, customer service, and cash handling policies.

Privacy:

Employee must respect customer privacy, especially regarding financial/payment data.

Workplace Conduct:

Employee must adhere to workplace violence prevention and anti-harassment/bullying standards.

8. Anti-Discrimination and Equal Opportunity:

Compliance:

The Employer complies with Minnesota anti-discrimination laws and provides equal opportunities to all employees.

9. Discipline and Termination:

At-Will Employment:

Employment is at-will, as defined by Minnesota law.

Grounds for Dismissal:

Immediate dismissal may result from theft, falsification of records, or repeated policy violations.

Separation Procedures:

Both parties must provide [Number] days written notice of termination, unless terminated for cause.

Final Wage Payment:

Final wage payment will be made within 24 hours of termination, as required by Minnesota law.

Return of Property:

Employee must return all company property upon termination.

10. Minors (If Applicable):

Age Verification:

If the Employee is under 18, the Employer will comply with all Minnesota FLSA regulations regarding hours, breaks, and prohibited duties for youth workers.

11. Confidentiality:

Obligations:

Employee must maintain the confidentiality of store information, pricing, customer payment data, and security procedures.

12. Intellectual Property (If Applicable):

Ownership:

Any intellectual property created by the employee during employment belongs to the Employer.

13. Non-Compete/Non-Solicitation:

Compliance:

Any non-compete or non-solicitation restrictions are subject to and compliant with Minnesota Statute 181.988.

14. Dispute Resolution:

Escalation:

Complaints should be escalated to [Manager, HR, Corporate Compliance Line].

Mediation:

Voluntary mediation may be pursued.

Governing Law:

Minnesota law and venue applies to all disputes.

15. OSHA Compliance:

Workplace Safety:

Employer complies with mandatory Minnesota OSHA standards, providing a safe work environment.

16. Workers' Compensation:

Insurance Coverage:

Employer maintains workers' compensation insurance coverage per Minnesota statute.

Injury Reporting:

Employee must report work-related injuries immediately.

17. Wage Theft Prevention Notification:

Compliance:

Employer will provide required written notices to employee regarding wage theft prevention and maintain wage, hours, and deduction records.

18. Union Membership (If Applicable):

Union Status:

[ ] Employee is a member of [Union Name].

[ ] This position is subject to the terms of a Collective Bargaining Agreement.

19. Adjustments:

Policy Updates:

Employer may update job duties or handbook by written notice, without altering the essential character of the cashier role or the Minnesota law protections afforded therein.

20. Agreement:

Agreement terms:

This agreement represents the full understanding of both parties to the employee employment.

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

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[Employer Representative Name]

[Employer Representative Title]

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[Employee Legal Name]

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