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Salon Employee Contract

This Salon Employee Contract is made and entered into by and between [Salon Name], hereinafter referred to as the "Employer," and [Your Name], hereinafter referred to as the "Employee," effective as of the [Insert Date].

1. Job Title and Responsibilities

Description of Position:

The Employee shall be employed in the capacity of Senior Stylist. The primary responsibilities of this position shall include but are not limited to:

Providing professional salon services to clients, including hair styling, coloring, treatments, etc.
Maintaining cleanliness and organization of workstations and salon premises.
Assisting clients in choosing suitable hair care products and providing recommendations.
Upholding excellent customer service standards and ensuring client satisfaction.
Keeping up-to-date with industry trends and techniques through continuous education and training.

2. Compensation and Benefits

2.1 Salary/Wage

The Employee shall receive a base salary of $15 per hour.

2.2 Commission Structure

In addition to the base salary, the Employee may be entitled to a commission based on sales or performance, as outlined in a separate commission contract.

2.3 Bonus Structure

Bonuses may be awarded at the discretion of the Employer based on exceptional performance, meeting targets, or other criteria specified by the Employer.

2.4 Benefits

The Employee may be eligible for the following benefits:

Health insurance coverage
Vacation leave
Sick leave
Other benefits as per company policy

3. Work Schedule

3.1 Weekly Hours

The standard workweek for the Employee shall consist of 40 hours.

3.2 Days and Hours of Work

The Employee's work schedule shall be Monday to Friday, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

3.3 Breaks and Lunch Periods

The Employee shall be entitled to two 15-minute breaks and one 30-minute lunch break during the workday.

4. Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure

4.1 Protection of Salon's Confidential Information

During the term of employment and thereafter, the Employee agrees to maintain the confidentiality of all proprietary and confidential information belonging to the Salon, including but not limited to client lists, business strategies, and financial information.

4.2 Non-Disclosure of Trade Secrets:

The Employee shall not disclose or use any trade secrets or proprietary information of the Salon for personal gain or the benefit of any other party.

5. Termination

5.1 Grounds for Termination

The employment relationship may be terminated by either party for the following reasons:

Breach of contract
Misconduct or violation of company policies
Performance issues
Other justifiable reasons as determined by the Employer

5.2 Notice Period

Either party shall provide a 2-week notice before termination of employment unless otherwise agreed upon in writing.

5.3 Severance Pay

In the event of termination without cause, the Employee may be entitled to severance pay as per applicable employment laws or company policy.

6. Code of Conduct

6.1 Dress Code

The Employee shall adhere to a professional dress code as determined by the Employer.

6.2 Professionalism

The Employee shall conduct themselves with the utmost professionalism at all times when interacting with clients, colleagues, and other stakeholders.

6.3 Client Interaction

The Employee shall ensure courteous and respectful interaction with clients, addressing their needs and concerns in a timely and efficient manner.

7. Intellectual Property

7.1 Ownership of Work

Any work created or developed by the Employee during employment shall be the property of the Salon.

7.2 Use of Salon's Intellectual Property

The Employee shall not use the Salon's trademarks, logos, or other intellectual property without prior authorization from the Employer.

8. Non-Compete Contract

Restrictions on Working for Competitors

During the term of employment and for 1 year following termination, the Employee agrees not to engage in any business activities that directly compete with the Salon within a 10-mile radius.

9. Dispute Resolution

9.1 Mediation

Any disputes arising out of or relating to this contract shall be resolved through mediation, conducted by a neutral third party agreed upon by both parties.

9.2 Arbitration

If mediation fails to resolve the dispute, the parties agree to submit the matter to binding arbitration under the rules of [Arbitration Service].