Janice operates a tavern in town encountering financial difficulties because of a downturn in the economy.She recently hired Bob as a full-time bartender.In a private meeting with Janice before his first shift,Bob agreed to accept less than minimum wage in exchange for full-time hours.Additionally,the agreement was reduced to writing.In these circumstances,if the agreement were subsequently reviewed by an employment standards officer:

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Provincial employment standards legislation sets out the minimum standards for employees in terms of wages, hours of work, and other basic entitlements. These standards cannot be waived by contract or agreement between the employer and employee. Therefore, even if Bob consented to a wage lower than the minimum wage in exchange for full-time hours, the agreement would be unenforceable as it violates the minimum standards set out in the legislation. Tips cannot be used to make up for the shortfall in minimum wage either. Additionally, the fact that the employer operates a licensed establishment is irrelevant to the determination of whether the agreement is enforceable or not.

Janice Operates a Tavern in Town Encountering Financial Difficulties Because