Common use of Reduction and Increase of Hours Clause in Contracts

Reduction and Increase of Hours. For purposes of this Section, there shall be 6 classifications: 1. General Clerk 2. Clerk-Cashier 3. Meat Cutter 4. Meat Clerk 5. Deli Department 6. Bakery Department Where a reduction of hours per week is required, preference in available hours of work shall be given to senior employees in the same classification within the store. It is understood that the employee shall assume their responsibility in notifying or in reporting any violation of the seniority clause in the allocation of hours at the earliest possible time. Any monetary adjustment or compensation arising from incorrect scheduling shall not be paid retroactively for a period greater than two (2) weeks prior to the issue being raised. The Employer will attempt to maximize the number of hours of work for part-time employees in accordance with their seniority and the Collective Agreement, provided they have not restricted their availability. The foregoing does not imply an obligation to schedule more hours in any classification than the Employer has determined necessary. (g) 1. Seniority, Definition

Reduction and Increase of Hours. For purposes of this Section, there shall be 6 classifications: 1. General Clerk 2. Clerk-Cashier 3. Meat Cutter 4. Meat Clerk 5. Deli Department 6. Bakery Department Where a reduction of hours per week is required, preference in available hours of work shall be given to senior employees in the same classification within the store. It is understood that the employee shall assume their responsibility in notifying or in reporting any violation of the seniority clause in the allocation of hours at the earliest possible time. Any monetary adjustment or compensation arising from incorrect scheduling shall not be paid retroactively for a period greater than two (2) weeks prior to the issue being raised. The Employer will attempt to maximize the number of hours of work for part-time employees in accordance with their seniority and the Collective Agreement, provided they have not restricted their availability. The foregoing does not imply an obligation to schedule more hours in any classification than the Employer has determined necessary. (gf) 1. Seniority, Definition