Wisconsin cashier employment contract template

Wisconsin Cashier Employment Contract

This Wisconsin Cashier Employment Contract (the “Agreement”) is made and entered into as of this [Date], by and between:

• [Employer Name], a [State of Incorporation] corporation with its principal place of business at [Employer Address] (“Employer”), and
• [Employee Name], residing at [Employee Address] (“Employee”).

1. Position

• The Employer hires the Employee as a Cashier.
  • Option A: The Employee accepts the position and agrees to perform the duties as outlined below.
  • Option B: The Employee’s role may evolve over time, with duties assigned by Employer as business needs dictate.

2. Job Duties

• The Employee will perform the following duties:
  • Operating point-of-sale (POS) systems and cash registers.
  • Processing cash, credit, and electronic payments accurately.
  • Handling returns and exchanges in accordance with store policy.
  • Issuing receipts to customers.
  • Managing opening and closing cash drawers.
  • Following company procedures for balancing tills and ensuring accuracy.
  • Greeting customers in a friendly and professional manner.
  • Answering basic customer questions and assisting with bagging/packaging.
  • Upselling products and services where appropriate.
  • Maintaining a high standard of customer service.
  • Monitoring for counterfeit bills and reporting suspicious activities.
  • Adhering to all store security measures and reporting theft or loss to management.
  • Participating in loss prevention training.
  • Complying with dress code and personal hygiene standards as defined by the Employer.
  • Using personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.

3. Work Location

• The Employee's primary work location will be at [Store Location Address], in Wisconsin.
  • Option A: The Employee may be assigned to other locations within [City/County], Wisconsin, as needed. Travel reimbursement will be provided according to company policy.
  • Option B: The Employee’s work location is fixed and will not change without written notice.

4. Employment Status and Hours

• This is a full-time employment position per Wisconsin standards.
  • Option A: The Employee is expected to work approximately [Number] hours per week.
  • Option B: The Employee’s schedule will be determined by the Employer based on business needs.
• The Employee will be required to work various shifts, including day, evening, and weekend shifts. The Employer will provide scheduling notice as required by applicable local ordinances in Wisconsin.

5. Meal and Rest Breaks

• While Wisconsin law does not mandate meal or rest breaks for adult employees, the Employer will provide:
  • Option A: A [Length of Time] minute unpaid meal break for shifts exceeding [Number] hours.
  • Option B: Paid rest breaks of [Length of Time] minutes for every [Number] hours worked.
  • Option C: Breaks will be scheduled according to company policy, available in the employee handbook.

6. Compensation

• The Employee will be paid an hourly rate of [Dollar Amount]. This is above the current Wisconsin minimum wage.
  • Option A: The Employee is eligible for overtime pay at a rate of one and one-half times their regular rate for all hours worked over 40 in a workweek, as required by Wisconsin and federal law.
  • Option B: This is a salaried position and is exempt from overtime pay.
• The Employee will track their hours worked using [Timekeeping Method].

7. Payroll

• The Employee will be paid [Payroll Frequency] via [Payment Method].
  • Option A: The Employer will make deductions from the Employee's wages only as permitted by Wisconsin law, with written authorization from the Employee where required.
  • Option B: The Employer may deduct the cost of uniforms, if provided, according to Wisconsin law.

8. Benefits

• The Employee is eligible for the following benefits:
  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Retirement Plan (e.g., Simple IRA, 401(k))
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Sick Leave
  • Paid Holidays
  • Employee Discount
• Eligibility for benefits is subject to the terms and conditions of the respective benefit plans.

9. Training

• The Employee will attend required training sessions, including:
  • Cashier onboarding training.
  • Customer service training.
  • Anti-harassment training.
  • Food safety certification (if applicable).
  • Workplace safety and OSHA training specific to cashier duties.

10. Performance Reviews

• The Employee's performance will be reviewed [Frequency of Reviews].
  • Option A: Performance will be evaluated based on accuracy, till balancing, customer service, punctuality, and compliance with security protocols.
  • Option B: Performance review metrics are outlined in the Employee Handbook.

11. Conduct and Appearance

• The Employee must adhere to the Employer’s dress code, personal appearance, and uniform requirements.
  • Option A: The Employer will provide uniforms at no cost to the Employee.
  • Option B: The Employee is responsible for maintaining their uniform.
• The Employee must adhere to the Employer’s policies regarding acceptance of tips (if prohibited), use of registers, cell phone use, conflicts of interest, and reporting suspicious activity.

12. Safety and Security

• The Employee must follow all safety, security, and emergency procedures.
  • Option A: The Employee must report all on-the-job injuries immediately, as required by Wisconsin worker’s compensation law.
  • Option B: The Employee must participate in emergency evacuation/lockdown drills.

13. Confidentiality

The Employee agrees to maintain the confidentiality of customer information, financial data, internal pricing, inventory information, and other proprietary company data.

14. Non-Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunity

The Employer is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, disability, age (40+), sexual orientation, marital or parental status, arrest or conviction record, or veteran status, as protected by Wisconsin and federal law.

15. At-Will Employment

The Employee's employment is at-will, meaning that either the Employer or the Employee may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, and with or without notice, subject to any applicable laws and regulations. This agreement does not constitute a guarantee of employment for any specific period.

16. Termination

• To resign from this position, the Employee must provide [Number] days' written notice to the Employer.
  • Option A: The Employer may terminate the Employee's employment for cause, including but not limited to misconduct, insubordination, or poor performance.
  • Option B: Upon termination, the employee will receive their final paycheck by the next regular payday, as required by Wisconsin law.

17. Return of Company Property

Upon termination of employment, the Employee must return all company property, including keys, uniforms, badges, and cash handling codes or equipment.

18. Grievance and Dispute Resolution

• The Employer has a grievance and dispute resolution process. Employees may raise workplace complaints according to the procedures outlined in the Employee Handbook.
  • Option A: Any dispute arising out of this Agreement shall be resolved through mediation in [City/County], Wisconsin.
  • Option B: All disputes will be settled in Wisconsin courts.

19. Worker’s Compensation and Unemployment Insurance

The Employee is covered by worker’s compensation insurance under Wisconsin law.

The Employee is covered by state-mandated unemployment insurance.

20. Child Labor Laws (If Applicable)

If the Employee is under the age of 18, their employment will be subject to Wisconsin's child labor laws, including restrictions on hours and types of work permitted.

21. Other Employment Policies

The Employee must adhere to the Employer’s policies regarding nepotism, secondary employment, and moonlighting, as outlined in the Employee Handbook.

22. Licenses and Certifications

The Employee is responsible for maintaining any licenses or certifications required for the position, such as a responsible beverage server certification if selling alcohol.

23. Background Checks

The Employee may be subject to background and reference checks, and credit checks only as permitted by Wisconsin legislation.

24. Video Surveillance

The Employee acknowledges that work areas may be subject to video surveillance, in compliance with Wisconsin’s standards on workplace privacy.

25. Employee Inventions

Any invention or improvement related to the cash handling process developed by the Employee during work hours or using company resources belongs to the Employer, in accordance with Wisconsin law.

26. Nursing Employees

The Employer will provide reasonable accommodations and break time for nursing employees, as required by federal law and encouraged under Wisconsin best practices.

27. Safety Committee (If Applicable)

The Employee may be required to participate in employer-run safety committees.

28. Governing Law and Venue

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Wisconsin. Venue for any legal action shall be in [County] County, Wisconsin.

29. Amendment

This Agreement may be amended from time to time as employment law changes or as company policy is updated. The Employer will provide notice of any changes to the Employee.

30. Tailoring and Adjustment

All provisions of this Agreement are subject to tailoring and adjustment as may be required for the specific circumstances of the cashier role or employer practices.

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]

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[Employee Name]