Flashcards: Workplace Employment Fundamentals — 18 cards

Resignate — definition?

Voluntary official departure from a job.

To fire — meaning?

Employer-initiated dismissal of an employee.

Workforce — role?

Total employees available in an organization.

Job offer — purpose?

Proposal inviting a candidate to join a role.

Job opening — meaning?

Vacant position available for applicants.

Applicant — definition?

Individual applying for a job.

Application — purpose?

Documents submitted to apply for a job.

Cover mail — role?

Introductory letter accompanying an application.

Time off — what?

Period when an employee is not working.

Working hours — function?

Designated time employees are expected to work.

Sickleave — purpose?

Time off granted due to illness.

Paid holiday — meaning?

Scheduled days off with pay.

To work overtime — what?

Working beyond standard hours, usually paid extra.

Fixed-term contract — definition?

Temporary contract with a set end date.

Permanent contract — purpose?

Long-term employment agreement without end date.

Internship contract — role?

Agreement for training and practical experience.

Acceptance letter — purpose?

Official confirmation of employment offer.

Bonus — definition?

Additional financial reward beyond salary.