Utah cashier employment contract template

Utah Cashier Employment Contract

Effective Date: [Date]

Employer Information:

• Legal Name: [Employer Legal Name]
• Address: [Employer Address]
• Contact Person: [Employer Contact Person]
• Phone: [Employer Phone Number]
• Email: [Employer Email]

Employee Information:

• Legal Name: [Employee Legal Name]
• Address: [Employee Address]
• Phone: [Employee Phone Number]
• Email: [Employee Email]

Position: Full-time Cashier

Job Description:

• Operate point-of-sale (POS) systems.
• Handle cash, debit, credit, and other payment transactions.
• Issue receipts.
• Ensure accuracy and integrity in all monetary transactions.
• Process returns/exchanges per company policy.
• Balance cash drawer at the end of shifts.
• Prepare daily transaction reports.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of checkout areas.
• Accept Utah state-issued vouchers/benefits (e.g., SNAP).
• Enforce Utah tobacco/alcohol sales laws (checking valid ID, compliance with minimum age requirements).
• Identify counterfeit currency.
• Provide excellent customer service.

Reporting Structure:

• Option A: Reports to Shift Supervisor
• Option B: Reports to Store Manager
• Chain of Command: [Specify Chain of Command]

Work Location:

• Designated Location: [Store Address in Utah]
• Transfer Policy: [Describe Transfer Policy within Utah, if any]

Work Hours:

• Fixed Hours Per Week: [Number]
• Standard Start Time: [Time]
• Standard End Time: [Time]
• Scheduled Days: [List Days of the Week]
• Break Policy:
  • Option A: 30-minute unpaid meal break for shifts over 5 hours, plus [Number] paid [Length] minute break(s).
  • Option B: [Describe Break Policy, compliant with Utah law]

Employment Classification:

• Option A: Full-time (minimum [Number] hours per week)
• Option B: Part-time ([Number] hours per week)

Compensation:

• Regular Hourly Rate: [Dollar Amount]
• Overtime Rate: 1.5 times the regular hourly rate for hours exceeding 40 per week.
• Pay Frequency:
  • Option A: Biweekly
  • Option B: Weekly
• Permitted Payroll Deductions: [List Deductions, e.g., Taxes, Insurance Premiums]
• Cash Handling Differential:
  • Option A: None
  • Option B: [Dollar Amount] per hour for error-free cash balancing.
• Bonus/Recognition Program: [Describe if applicable]

Benefits:

• Health Insurance:
  • Option A: Available after [Number] days of employment. [Describe Health Insurance Plan]
  • Option B: Not Provided
• Dental Insurance:
  • Option A: Available after [Number] days of employment. [Describe Dental Insurance Plan]
  • Option B: Not Provided
• Vision Insurance:
  • Option A: Available after [Number] days of employment. [Describe Vision Insurance Plan]
  • Option B: Not Provided
• Paid Time Off (PTO):
  • Option A: [Number] days of vacation, [Number] days of sick leave, [List Holidays].
  • Option B: [Describe PTO policy]
• Employee Discount: [Describe Discount]
• Uniform Allowance:
  • Option A: [Dollar Amount] per [Time Period]
  • Option B: Uniforms provided by the employer.
• Other Benefits: [List any other benefits]

Fidelity Bond/Employee Dishonesty Coverage:

• Option A: Required. Employee is covered under the company's policy.
• Option B: Not Required.

At-Will Employment:

Employment is at-will, meaning either the employee or the employer may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, subject to applicable Utah law.

Termination:

• Voluntary Termination: Employee must provide [Number] days written notice.
• Involuntary Termination: [Describe Involuntary Termination Policy]
• Immediate Discharge: May occur for theft, fraud, or repeated significant cash handling discrepancies.
• Final Paycheck: Employee will receive their final paycheck within [Number] hours/days as per Utah law.
• Return of Property: Employee must return all employer property (uniforms, keys, etc.) upon termination.

Cash and Property Responsibility:

Employee is responsible for safeguarding cash, cash equivalents, and company property.

Accountability for losses/errors will be determined on a case-by-case basis, in accordance with Utah wage statutes (no deductions for shortages unless proven intentional).

Cash Management Policy:

• Cash Drawer Assignment: [Describe Procedure]
• Drop Safes: [Describe Procedure]
• Register Audits: [Describe Procedure]
• Incident Reporting: [Describe Procedure]

Standards of Conduct:

• Integrity, honesty, and sobriety are required.
• Professional appearance (dress code/uniform and hygiene) is required. [Describe dress code]
• Compliance with customer data privacy under Utah’s Protection of Personal Information Act.

Confidentiality:

Employee agrees to maintain the confidentiality of company pricing, business practices, customer payment data, and other sensitive information.

Technology and POS System Usage:

• Employee is responsible for the proper use and maintenance of employer-provided hardware (scanners, card readers).
• Unauthorized access to or tampering with POS or security systems is strictly prohibited.

Anti-Harassment/Discrimination:

The company prohibits harassment and discrimination based on race, color, sex, pregnancy, religion, national origin, age (40+), disability, sexual orientation, and gender identity, as protected under Utah law.

Non-Compete/Non-Solicitation:

• Non-compete clauses are generally not enforceable for cashier roles in Utah.
• Non-solicitation and confidentiality obligations may apply after employment, if justified by legitimate business need and compliant with Utah law. [Describe specific obligations]

Safety and Health:

• The employer will maintain a safe work environment in accordance with Utah and federal OSHA regulations.
• Cash theft/robbery prevention protocols are in place. [Describe protocols]
• Employee will be trained in handling emergencies (robbery, fire, accident).

Eligibility Verification:

Employee must provide documentation establishing eligibility to work in the U.S. (I-9 form).

Workplace Injuries:

• Employee must report workplace injuries immediately. [Describe Reporting Procedure]
• Employee is covered by Utah workers’ compensation insurance.

Reporting Illegal Activity:

Employee must report suspected illegal activity (theft, counterfeit currency, alcohol/tobacco violations) to [Designated Person/Department].

Dispute Resolution:

The parties agree to attempt to resolve any disputes through internal grievance reporting and mediation before pursuing legal action.

Governing Law:

• This agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Utah.
• The courts of Utah shall have exclusive jurisdiction over any disputes arising under this agreement.

Training and Performance Reviews:

• Employee will participate in mandatory cash register and loss prevention training.
• Regular performance reviews will be conducted. [Describe Frequency]

Entire Agreement:

This agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior agreements and understandings, whether written or oral.

Severability:

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

Amendment:

This agreement may be amended only in writing, signed by both parties.

Employee Signature: ____________________________ Date: ___________

Employer Signature: ____________________________ Date: ___________