Mississippi cashier employment contract template

Mississippi Full-Time Cashier Employment Agreement

This Full-Time Cashier Employment Agreement (the "Agreement") is made and entered into as of [Date of Signing] by and between [Store or Business Name], a business located at [Business Address - Physical Mississippi Address] ("Employer"), and [Employee Name], residing at [Employee Address] ("Employee").

1. Job Title and Description

• The Employee is hired as a Full-Time Cashier.
• The Employee’s primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
  • Operating a point-of-sale (POS) system.
  • Processing cash, credit, debit, check, and digital payments.
  • Managing cash drawers and conducting accurate end-of-shift reconciliations.
  • Issuing receipts and handling refunds/returns per store policy.
  • Light bookkeeping and preparing bank deposits.
  • Monitoring till discrepancies and handling coupons/vouchers.
  • Bagging merchandise and answering customer inquiries at the register.
  • Upselling or suggesting promotions at checkout and reporting suspected fraudulent activities.
• The Employee will also perform secondary physical responsibilities, including:
  • Standing for prolonged periods.
  • Light lifting as needed.
  • Cleaning around the register area and maintaining the checkout zone’s sanitation.
• The Employee reports to [Reporting Hierarchy, e.g., Store Manager or Head Cashier].
• The Employee will participate in daily register audits or compliance checks.
• Primary work location: [Store Address within Mississippi].
  • Option A: Travel between locations or register areas is anticipated, and mileage/travel time is compensated.
  • Option B: Travel between locations or register areas is not anticipated.

2. Employment Type and Hours

• Employment is full-time, consistent with Company standards.
• Standard work hours are [Number] hours per week.
• Shift start/end times are [Start Time] to [End Time].
• Shift scheduling procedures: [Describe Scheduling Procedures].
• The Employee is expected to work weekends, evenings, or holidays as needed.

3. Overtime

• The Employee is/is not eligible for overtime pay (choose one).
  • Option A: If eligible, overtime is calculated and paid at not less than 1.5 times the regular rate for hours worked over 40 in a workweek.
  • Option B: If not eligible, state the reason why (e.g., salaried employee).
• Overtime work requires advance approval from [Person Requiring Approval].
• Meal/rest break scheduling: [Describe Break Scheduling Policy].
• Timeclock/punch-in procedures: [Describe Timeclock Procedures].

4. Compensation

• Base hourly wage: [Hourly Wage Amount] per hour.
• Pay cycle: [Weekly or Biweekly].
• Payment method: [Direct Deposit, Payroll Card, or Paper Check].
• Wage deductions: Tax withholding, Social Security, and garnishments (if required by law).
• Procedures for reporting pay errors: [Describe Pay Error Reporting Procedures].
• Timeline for final pay upon termination: [State Timeline - e.g., next regularly scheduled payday].
• Bonus and incentive programs:
  • Option A: None.
  • Option B: [Describe Bonus/Incentive Program Details].
• Tip pooling:
  • Option A: Not applicable.
  • Option B: [Describe Tip Pooling Policy, if applicable].

5. Benefits

• Health Insurance:
  • Option A: Not provided.
  • Option B: Provided as per Company policy. Eligibility details: [Describe Eligibility Details].
• Vision and Dental Coverage:
  • Option A: Not provided.
  • Option B: Provided as per Company policy. Eligibility details: [Describe Eligibility Details].
• Retirement Plans:
  • Option A: Not provided.
  • Option B: [Describe Retirement Plan Details, e.g., 401(k) or SIMPLE IRA]. Eligibility details: [Describe Eligibility Details].
• Paid/Unpaid Leave:
  • Paid Vacation: [Describe Accrual Schedule and Limits].
  • Sick Leave: [Describe Accrual Schedule and Limits].
  • State/Federal Holidays: [List Observed Holidays].
  • Bereavement Leave: [Describe Policy].
  • Jury Duty: [Describe Policy].
  • Unpaid Family/Medical Leave: As required by the federal FMLA.
• Workers’ Compensation Insurance: Provided as mandated by Mississippi Workers’ Compensation Law.
• Employee Discounts: [Describe Discounts].
• Uniform Allowance: [Describe Allowance, if any].
• On-the-Job Training: [Describe Training, including Mississippi Alcohol Sales Checker Certification, if applicable].

6. Workplace Behavior and Disciplinary Policies

• Till/terminal access rules: [Describe Rules].
• Prohibitions against unauthorized drawer openings.
• Dual-verification of large cash drops.
• Immediate reporting of cash shortages or overages.
• Prohibition of borrowing/lending money in the cash handling area.
• Random register audits per industry practice.
• Obligations for honesty and accuracy in handling transactions.
• Company anti-theft, loss prevention, and shrinkage policies: [Describe Policies].
• Video surveillance and bag checks (if practiced): [Describe Policy].
• Confidentiality obligations: Protection of customer financial information, daily financial data, store security codes, and any nonpublic information obtained through register systems.
• Data privacy practices: Compliance with Mississippi and applicable federal law (e.g., PCI DSS).

7. Company Property

• Policy for use and handling of employer-owned uniforms, register keys, ID badges, and company property.
• Return requirements at employment termination.

8. Non-Harassment and Equal Opportunity

• Non-harassment, anti-discrimination, and equal opportunity workplace commitments aligned with Mississippi and federal law (including Title VII, ADA, ADEA, and state-specific civil rights protections).
• Expectations for appropriate customer interaction.
• Reporting protocols for harassment witnessed at the front end.

9. At-Will Employment

• Employment is "at-will" as recognized under Mississippi law.
• Either party may terminate employment at any time, with or without notice or cause (unless required by company policy).
• Process for voluntary resignation: [Describe Process].
• Summary terminations (such as for theft or gross misconduct): [Describe Process].
• Layoffs or store closures: [Describe Process].
• Timelines and methods for delivery of final pay in accordance with Mississippi requirements.

10. Dispute Resolution

• Internal complaint procedures: [Describe Procedures].
• Escalation steps: [Describe Steps].
• Option for mediation/arbitration:
  • Option A: None.
  • Option B: [Describe Mediation/Arbitration Process].
• Venue: Appropriate venue in Mississippi.
• Governing Law: Mississippi law.

11. Training

• Required on-the-job training: Register operation, counterfeit detection, store policy for returns/refunds, and emergency procedures for robbery or crisis situations.
• Acknowledgment of ongoing compliance with store policies updated in writing.
• Regular sign-off on cash handling policy updates.

12. Non-Compete, Non-Solicitation, and Non-Disclosure

• Non-compete clauses are generally not enforceable in this role in Mississippi retail unless justified by trade secret or customer list protection and are drafted narrowly if included.
• Non-solicitation or non-disclosure clauses, if any, must specify their subject and duration, ensuring compliance with Mississippi law.
  • Option A: None.
  • Option B: [Describe Clauses and Scope].

13. Compliance with Laws

• Compliance with all Mississippi retail licensing regulations relevant to the store’s business (alcohol, lottery, tobacco, etc.).
• Agreement to undergo pre-employment background checks and drug screens where required by store policy or state law (with appropriate notice and consent).

14. Workplace Safety

• Required workplace safety obligations, including awareness of robbery deterrence methods, safe handling of cash drop procedures, and following store security guidelines.

15. Appearance and Hygiene

• Rules on maintaining proper appearance and hygiene appropriate for front-facing, customer-service roles.
• Uniform requirements: [Describe Uniform Requirements].

16. Social Media Policy

• Requirement to follow company policies on social media and public communications about store activities or customers.

17. Amendment

• All elements of this agreement, including compensation, duties, and work rules, are adjustable by written amendment signed by both parties.
• This agreement may be updated to reflect changes in Mississippi law, local ordinances, or company policy.

By signing below, both parties acknowledge that they have read, understood, and agree to the terms and conditions of this Agreement.

_______________________________
[Employer Representative Name]

_______________________________
[Employer Representative Title]

_______________________________
[Employee Name]

Date: _______________________________