Walmart Lunch Break Policy Overview

Walmart comes under the most popular brand across the world, including a huge number of employees. If you want to be a part this huge business, then you should learn more about it, including its policy on lunch breaks.

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Walmart's Return Policy without a Receipt

Here is where the return policy becomes a bit more awesome.

If you've lost your receipt, and who hasn't once or twice, you can still bring the item back for a refund.

They told me that you can get 3 refunds without a receipt within 45 days.

If you get denied, you'll have to wait and try again in a few weeks.

Here's the skinny on no-receipt refunds, along with your options...

Valid government issued ID: You must have this and you can't tamper with it in any way.

Straight Exchange: Simply exchange the item.

Cash Refund: You are only eligible for a refund in cash if you have purchased an item or items worth less than $25. Cash refunds are often at the discretion of managers.

Gift Card: The value of the returned item must exceed $25 in order to be eligible for a Walmart card.

See Also: Amazon Return Policy: Let's Finally Cut Through the Confusion

It was quite a shock to me. In the following states, you can return a Walmart gift card in plastic (or Walmart eGift Card) and get cash.

California - Card must have a balance of $10 or less with original balance above $10.

Colorado - $5 balance or less.

As new states become available, I will add them to the list.

Walmart Became Stricter In 2019...

Walmart used to be quite lenient when it came to the point system. Prior to the 2019 update, an employee was only terminated after nine instead of five points. You will also receive a half-point if you are late for work. You could receive up to three points if you are absent unexpectedly during holidays or busy periods.

It has been criticized a lot. Some think that it's unfair, especially if an employee faces a situation that forces them to be late. Others think that it's helped employees manage their time better and work in teams. You be the judge.

Walmart Temperature Check Class Action Lawsuit Overview:

(Jan. 18, 2022)

Walmart workers who sued the company, claiming they were not paid for temperature checks that the retailer required them to perform must now go back and re-evaluate their claims after a Californian judge dismissed most of the class action lawsuits.

The U.S. district judge Nathanael M. Cousins issued an order on Jan. 14 partially granting Walmart’s motion to dismiss claims of wage theft filed by plaintiffs Salvador Guzman & James Marshall.

They also claimed they weren't paid their meal period premiums correctly and were not provided accurate wage statements, which is in violation of state and federal labor laws.

However, the judge sided with Walmart on most of the claims, agreeing that the plaintiffs had not given sufficient evidence to stand up their allegations.

Walmart argues Plaintiffs first three claims should be dismissed because they fail to state their claim, wrote the judge. The Court concurs, as the three causes allege that there were violations of labor codes without providing any details about Plaintiffs’ experience.

 

Global Anti-Corruption Policy

 

Updated: June 29, 2012

Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates worldwide (collectively "Walmart" or the "Company"), are committed to maintaining the highest possible ethical standards and complying with all applicable laws. Walmart tries to prevent any appearance of improper conduct by its employees, officers, directors or agents. This policy prohibits corrupt payments in all circumstances, whether in dealings with government officials or individuals in the private sector.

Accordingly, Walmart prohibits anyone acting on behalf of the Company, directly or indirectly, from making or receiving improper payments.

Improper payments means receiving or paying bribes or giving, offering, or promising to give money or anything else of value to any person, including any Government Official, in order to improperly influence any act or decision of a person, or to otherwise gain an improper benefit for the Company.

The term "Government Official" can include any employee or officer of an international organisation, foreign government or department, member of a party or candidate for an office abroad, as well as any employee or official of state-owned businesses.

Walmart's funds and assets cannot be used for illegal, unethical, or improper purposes.

Compliance with this Global Anti-Corruption Policy (the "Policy") is required of all associates and third parties that are engaged to interact or may interact with government officials on the Company's behalf. Walmart associates must ensure that all third parties they work with understand the Walmart policy, and adhere to its procedures.

Procedures and governance to be used in the implementation of this policy shall at least include:

How Much Do Walmart Store Managers Make?

This is the ultimate career in the actual store. It comes with a hefty salary, too. Recently, there have been a few articles in the Internet that boasted about store managers making an average of $175,000 per year.

Salary reports on Indeed.com or Glassdoor.com are much modester, averaging between $110,000 and $135,000 per year.

This position requires years of supervisory experience. You may also be required to have at least two years' experience in general management, or a Bachelor's Degree, depending on where the store is located. If you do not have a Bachelor's degree, then you will need to demonstrate four years of experience in general management.

How do I return online purchases?

Great question, glad you asked.

Here's what you need to know about returning items bought at Walmart.com.

You can either return, exchange, or replace your item to your nearest Walmart or you can return it via the mail.

Keep in mind that items bought online using the "Pay with Cash" feature must be returned in-store only.

Returns can be completed in two easy steps.

1. Initiate the Return: Using the Walmart App, select the Walmart transaction and item(s) to return and follow the prompts to start the return process.

2. Finish the Return at the Store: At the store, fast-track through the line via the Mobile Express Lane at the Customer Service Desk.

Scan the QR code displayed on the card reader with the Walmart app, and then hand the item to the associate.

Walmart also announced customers who return certain items can receive their refund instantly in the Walmart App without having to make a physical trip to the shop.

This offer will initially be available on select household items, such as shampoo and color cosmetics.

See Also: Target Return Policy: Smart Hacks to Make the Policy Work For You

Do I Get A Lunch Break For 6 Hours At Walmart?

Walmart employees can take a 30-minute free meal break. This can be taken during any 6-hour shift. Walmart workers are entitled to a 15-minute paid rest break during their six-hour shift.

However, this can change state by state. The following states have meal breaks that are allowed for those who work more than 5 hours consecutively:California, Colorado,Delaware,Illinois,Maine, Massachusetts. Minnesota,Nevada,New York,Oregon,Rhode Island,New Hampshire,North Dakota,Tennessee & Vermont.

 

Am I Eligible For A Lunch Break At Walmart If I Work 6-Hours?

Yes, throughout a six-hour shift, Walmart employees may take an optional 30-minute unpaid lunch or dinner break. Walmart employees have the right to an unpaid 15-minute break for six hours.

This, however, varies by state. The following states, for example, allow employees to take a meal break if they work more than five hours in a row:

California, Colorado and Delaware. Illinois. Maine. Massachusetts. Minnesota. Nevada. New Jersey. New Jersey Oregon. Rhode Island New Hampshire North Dakota Tennessee. Vermont.