What's the protocol regarding uniforms? a friend of mines son, just got hired part time at a small fast food outlet and was told the uniform is $45.00. At minimum wage that's almost 7 hours of work for the uniform. I always thought that the place that requires you to wear a uniform supplies them free of charge. What's the deal?
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They dont have provide a uniform. Most companies provide one uniform and make you pay for any additonal items you want. A friend of mine worked at Caseys' and they gave her one shirt to wear, she had to buy a few more (she worked mon - fri) so one shirt wasnt practical. Same goes for another friend who worked at a gym.
Most employees would take it for granted and would be getting new uniforms every week because 'oh well i can always get a new one on the companies $'.
Nope, Why should they?
Most employees would take it for granted and would be getting new uniforms every week because 'oh well i can always get a new one on the companies $'.
Fabulous said:
Nope, Why should they?
Why not ask the management of the company, they would know for sure (re: getting the money back if you return the uniform). I'd say no, they won't take it back because who'd want to pay $45.00 for pre-worn clothing?
And yes, this is typical although I believe McD's doesn't charge you unless you ruin or destroy it.....
And yes, this is typical although I believe McD's doesn't charge you unless you ruin or destroy it.....
all the highschool summer jobs I had, I had to pay for the uniform
but mostly it was just a $20 shirt
just tell your friend's son to steal $45 worth of merchandise to even things out
but mostly it was just a $20 shirt
just tell your friend's son to steal $45 worth of merchandise to even things out
1HandInMyPocket said:
In the 60's/70's we still had the khaki battledress but the solid green "combat" uniforms.
And yes, when first deployed to Afghan they went with northern forest style camo.
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Didn't early deployment complained they stood out like a sore thumb. Easy targets with the desert surrounding.LancsLad said:
When I worked in hospitality I often remember having to pay for my uniform. It seems a bit unfair but on the other hand, for the employer, it would be a big expense at $45 a pop. With many employees, remember this is generally a high turn over job situation, coming & going, keeping track of uniforms is a big added hassle. Better to give that responsibility over to the employee. If the employee is employed only for a short time (they quit after a week or so) then the $45 is significant. If they work a long time for the establishment, it is just part of the cost of employment and really is not that significant. It also encourages the employee to actually care for and look after the uniform. When the uniform is supplied employees often treat these garments like shit and they wear out quickly ie. more expense.
Fabulous said:
The employer cant make the employee pay if it is safety equipment (ie. apron, gloves, safety glasses etc) The employer doesnt have to pay for safety shoes or uniform (ie coveralls, shirt, pants, smock)
When I was a courier driver...
Years ago (mid 80’s) both courier companies I worked at provided uniforms (1/2 dozen per year) after 90 days probation period was over. You could order three sets at a time (pants and shirts) twice a year spring and fall. Bomber jackets and windbreakers were an optional wear that you paid for yourself if you decided you want them. When I worked at Quik-Run safety boots/footwear was mandatory because we delivered to construction sites a lot. The company paid 50%. Saftey hats were provided free of charge but if you lost it you had to pay cost of replacement.
Years ago (mid 80’s) both courier companies I worked at provided uniforms (1/2 dozen per year) after 90 days probation period was over. You could order three sets at a time (pants and shirts) twice a year spring and fall. Bomber jackets and windbreakers were an optional wear that you paid for yourself if you decided you want them. When I worked at Quik-Run safety boots/footwear was mandatory because we delivered to construction sites a lot. The company paid 50%. Saftey hats were provided free of charge but if you lost it you had to pay cost of replacement.
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