====== Disciplinary Point System ======

===== 1 Point (Minor Infractions) =====
  * Tardiness (less than 15 minutes) with notification.
  * Dress code violations.
  * Failure to clock in/out properly.
  * Minor sanitation lapses.
  * Failure to maintain cleanliness (dusting, cobwebs, smudges).
  * Failure to restock or complete prep for the next shift (non-critical).
  * Failure to communicate low/out-of-stock items timely.

===== 2 Points (Moderate Infractions) =====
  * Repeated tardiness, or late arrival without notifying management.
  * Leaving early without approval.
  * Failure to follow safety protocols.
  * Ignoring chain of command or communication guidelines.
  * Disrespectful language to coworkers/customers.
  * Unauthorized phone use during shift.
  * Incomplete prep/restocking that disrupts the next shift.
  * Failure to follow basic food safety rules (e.g., glove changes, labeling, stock rotation).

===== 3 Points (Serious Infractions) =====
  * Serving alcohol to minors or intoxicated guests.
  * Mishandling money or register discrepancies.
  * Bypassing the Event Organizer approval process.
  * Repeated sanitation or food safety violations.
  * Food waste due to negligence or failure to follow portioning/storage.
  * Neglecting critical food safety (cross-contamination, improper storage temps).

===== Immediate Termination (Zero Tolerance) =====
  * Theft.
  * Violence or threats.
  * Harassment or discrimination.
  * Intoxication or drug use while on duty.
  * No-call / no-show.

===== Point Accumulation & Consequences =====
  * 3 Points → Verbal Warning (documented). 
  * 5 Points → Written Warning + meeting with management and sign agreement about code of conduct.
  * 7 Points → Final Written Warning + possible suspension.
  * 10 Points → Termination.

===== Point Reset Policy =====
  * Points expire after 6 months if no new violations occur.
  * Clean records are recognized during performance reviews.