Shift Cancellation Policy – March/April 2010
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Unfortunately, we still have had many (too many) last minute shift cancellations and even a few no shows”, prompting the Board to initiate two new policies.
1) If you fail to show up when scheduled for a shift and you did not call in advance, you will be required to make up the shift you missed, plus an extra shift, unless it is a verifiable emergency.
2) If you cancel your shift/work time less than 72 hours prior to the shift, again unless it is a verifiable emergency, you will no longer receive the 20% member discount until that canceled shift has been made up, unless it is a verifiable emergency.
With the ever-increasing business at the Co-op, it is very important that everyone stays on top of their busy schedules and works the shifts to which they have committed so that we are able to provide our growing customer base with the quality and the timely service they expect and that we cooperatively provide!
Message from the Board – March/April 2010
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NEW MEMBERSHIP POLICY – Effective on March 1, 2010
The Co-op’s new membership policy took effect on March 1, 2010. Please look over the new categories and
think about where you belong! You may change your category at any time. Please do spread the word to
people you know who patronize the co-op but are not members that they now have more choices! The
managers report that the new card system is working smoothly. If you have questions regarding membership
policies please do not hesitate to ask the managers or a member of the board.
MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS:
WORKING MEMBERSHIP – (single or double)
- annual member-owner equity fee of $20 per household, non-refundable
- register discount of 15%
- membership card kept at register
- pre-order discount : single membership cost plus 20%; double membership cost plus 10%
- single membership requires one 3 and ¾ hour shift per month per household
- double membership requires two 3 and ¾ hour shifts per month per household
SUPPORTING MEMBERSHIP – (non-working)
- annual member-owner equity fee of $20 per household, non-refundable
- register discount of 2%
- membership card kept at register
- pre-order discount cost plus 35%
- no work requirement
SUPER WORKER MEMBERSHIP – (committed weekly shift worker)
- annual member-owner equity fee of $20 per household, non-refundable
- register discount of 22%
- membership card kept at register
- pre-order discount cost plus 10%
- available to a limited number of members by application to the managers
LIFETIME SUSTAINING MEMBERSHIP (may be supporting or working)
- one-time equity investment fee of $500 or more, non-refundable
- register discount depends of whether supporting or working (2% or 15%)
- membership card kept at register
- pre-order discount depends on whether supporting or working
ALL MEMBERSHIPS
- Membership cards kept at register to be presented at checkout.
- Members experiencing financial hardship may apply to the managers for a waiver of the annual fee. They will be asked to work an extra shift during that year.
- Regularly-scheduled special discount offerings and sale events will be offered throughout the year for all members.
For more information, pick-up the new Cambridge Food Co-op Membership Options flyer at the Co-op store
or visit our website at www.cambridgefoodcoop.com
Training Tips – January/February 2010
by cambridgefoodcoop
Cash Register Tip!
Customer Paying by Check? Here’s what you need on the check:
1. Name & address MUST be printed on check
2. Telephone number MUST be written on check, if not already presnet
3. Check MUST be made out to : Cambridge Food Co-op
TO COMPLETE THE SALE:
1. Type the $ amount written on check into the register
2. Press payment key CHECK
IMPORTANT REMINDER
Re-training is MANDATORY fo ALL working members
Member Benefits: TCT Federal Credit Union – January/February 2010
by cambridgefoodcoop
Special Offer for Food Co-op Members: TCT Federal Credit Union
As a member of the Co-op, you are eligible to join TCT Federal Credit Union located at 17 Gilbert St, Cambridge. TCT offers a full range of financial products and services along with friendly personalized service. TCT like the Cambridge Food Coop is member owned.
Consider joining today and discover the financial alternative of a member owned cooperative.
Looking forward to meeting you in November.
Irv Hilts, Community Relations
