South Dakota cashier employment contract template

South Dakota Full-Time Cashier Employment Agreement

This South Dakota Full-Time Cashier Employment Agreement ("Agreement") is made and entered into as of [Date] by and between [Employer Full Legal Name], with a principal place of business at [Employer Address] ("Employer"), and [Employee Full Legal Name], residing at [Employee Address] ("Employee").

1. Employment Position and Job Description

The Employer hereby employs the Employee as a Cashier.

• Option A: The Employee's primary responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: handling cash, checks, and electronic payments; operating the cash register and payment terminals; scanning items and processing sales accurately; issuing receipts and proper change; balancing the cash drawer at the beginning and end of shifts; following loss prevention protocols; addressing customer inquiries and complaints at the point of sale; restocking transaction area supplies; ensuring compliance with age-restricted sales (e.g., tobacco, alcohol, lottery) observing South Dakota's ID verification requirements; maintaining cleanliness of checkout area; promptly reporting discrepancies or incidents to management; adhering to workplace safety standards particular to cashier stations (e.g., anti-slip mats, ergonomic guidelines for standing positions, and theft prevention protocols).
• Option B: (Detailed job description attached as Exhibit A).

2. Work Location

The Employee's primary work location will be at [Store Address] in [City, South Dakota].

• Option A: Employee may be required to work at other locations within [City/County, South Dakota].
• Option B: Employee may be required to travel to other locations for company events, with advance notice provided.

3. Full-Time Status and Work Hours

This is a full-time position.

• Option A: The standard work week is [Number] hours per week.
• Option B: The Employee’s schedule will vary based on business needs and may include early morning, evening, weekend, and holiday shifts.
• Option C: The Employer's policy regarding meal and rest breaks is as follows: [Describe break policy, even if none are mandated by South Dakota law].

4. Compensation and Overtime

The Employer shall pay the Employee as follows:

• Option A: An hourly wage of [Dollar Amount] per hour.
• Option B: Overtime will be paid at a rate of one and one-half (1.5) times the Employee's regular hourly rate for all hours worked over 40 in a workweek, as required by the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
• Option C: Pay periods will be [Weekly/Bi-weekly].
• Option D: Permissible paycheck deductions may include [List deductions, e.g., taxes, insurance premiums, uniform costs (with written consent)].
• Option E: (Bonus/incentive/commission structure details attached as Exhibit B).

5. Cash Handling Policies and Accountability

The Employee is responsible for following the Employer's cash handling policies.

• Option A: Procedures for reporting overages/shortages are as follows: [Describe procedures].
• Option B: Mandatory dual counting is required for transactions exceeding [Dollar Amount].
• Option C: Disciplinary actions and/or reimbursement expectations regarding cash discrepancies will be handled according to company policy, consistent with South Dakota law.

6. Benefits

The Employee is eligible for the following benefits, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable benefit plans:

• Option A: Employer-sponsored health/dental/vision insurance.
• Option B: Retirement plan access (e.g., 401(k) eligibility).
• Option C: Paid time off (vacation, sick leave).
• Option D: Holiday scheduling and compensation: [Describe policy].
• Option E: (Summary of benefits attached as Exhibit C).

7. Security and Surveillance

The Employee acknowledges that the Employer utilizes security and surveillance measures.

• Option A: These measures may include video monitoring.
• Option B: Bag checks may be conducted.
• Option C: Employee privacy expectations regarding surveillance are limited as permitted by South Dakota law.

8. Code of Conduct

The Employee is expected to adhere to the Employer's code of conduct.

• Option A: This includes requirements for customer courtesy, dress code/uniform standards, and grooming.
• Option B: Restrictions on mobile phone/device use at the register.
• Option C: Immediate reporting of attempted thefts or counterfeit bills.
• Option D: No unauthorized cash register access.
• Option E: Adherence to chain-of-custody practices for money/sensitive paperwork.

9. Training and Onboarding

The Employee will participate in mandatory training and onboarding.

• Option A: This includes training on point-of-sale systems, anti-theft protocols, customer service techniques, safe cash handling, ID compliance for restricted sales per South Dakota statutes, and workplace violence prevention.
• Option B: Periodic refresher training will be required.

10. At-Will Employment

Employment is at-will, meaning either the Employer or the Employee may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or advance notice, subject to any applicable laws.

• Option A: If the Employee voluntarily resigns, [Number] days' advance notice is requested.
• Option B: Final wage payment will be made according to South Dakota law.

11. Return of Company Property

Upon termination of employment, the Employee shall promptly return all company property.

• Option A: This includes keys, ID badges, and uniforms.

12. Anti-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment

The Employer is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment, in compliance with South Dakota law.

• Option A: This policy covers categories protected under both state and federal law (race, gender, age, disability, etc.).

13. Non-Competition/Non-Solicitation

• Option A: There is no non-competition or non-solicitation agreement associated with this position.
• Option B: Any non-competition or non-solicitation clauses must comply with South Dakota law, and are attached as Exhibit D.

14. Child Labor Laws

• Option A: Not applicable as the Employee is over the age of 18.
• Option B: If the Employee is under 18, federal and South Dakota child labor laws apply, and specific break requirements will be followed.

15. Workers' Compensation

The Employee is covered by the Employer's workers' compensation insurance as required in South Dakota.

• Option A: Procedures for reporting workplace injuries or cash register incidents are as follows: [Describe procedures].

16. Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall be governed by the laws of South Dakota.

• Option A: Disputes will be resolved in the state courts of South Dakota.
• Option B: Disputes will be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association.
• Option C: The preferred sequence for reporting internal complaints, especially for theft/fraud or harassment, is: [Describe internal reporting chain].

17. Information Security

The Employee shall protect customer payment card data and the confidentiality of any privileged customer/order information at the register.

• Option A: Strict adherence to PCI DSS compliance procedures is required if handling card data.

18. Employee Privacy

Employee privacy expectations regarding surveillance, monitoring, and digital activity at POS terminals are limited as permitted under South Dakota law.

19. Cash Drawer Assignment

• Option A: Each cashier is assigned a personal cash drawer.
• Option B: Cash drawers are shared. Balancing policies and shift change handover expectations are as follows: [Describe policies].

20. Special Circumstances

• Option A: Not Applicable.
• Option B: The Employee may be required to: [Specify split-shift assignments, cross-training for related in-store duties, participation in inventory counts, or manager-on-duty stand-in coverage].

21. Employee Discounts

• Option A: The Employee is eligible for a [Percentage]% employee discount on [Specify products].
• Option B: Policies on cashier purchases while on duty are as follows: [Describe policy].

22. Age-Restricted Sales

The Employee understands and agrees to adhere to all age-restricted sale laws as they apply within South Dakota jurisdiction.

23. Minimum Wage

The Employee's hourly wage meets or exceeds the federal and/or applicable South Dakota minimum wage.

24. 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 of this Agreement.

Signed this [Date].

____________________________

[Employer Full Legal Name]

By: ____________________________

[Employer Representative Name]

[Employer Representative Title]

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[Employee Full Legal Name]