CHAPTER 1: Subsidized Meals and Snacks & Salary of Kasambahay who works as Salesclerk

Question 1

True or False: The minimum wage for retail and service establishments is the same across all regions in the country.

Answer 1

False

Question 2

How often are Wage Orders reviewed and updated?

Answer 2

Annually

Question 3

Which entity enforces compliance with the minimum wage for retail and service establishments?

Answer 3

Department of Labor and Employment

Question 4

If an employer fails to pay the prescribed minimum wage to a Kasambahay working as a salesclerk, what penalties may be imposed?

Answer 4

Fine and imprisonment for the employer

Question 5

Which of the following is NOT a purpose of providing subsidized meals and snacks to employees?

Answer 5

A) Improve employee satisfaction and morales
B) Promote a healthy work environment
C) Reduce the cost of living for employees
D) Increase productivity and efficiency

Answer: C

Question 6

What is the minimum percentage that the subsidy for meals and snacks provided by an employer should be?

Answer 6

30%

Question 7

What is the maximum percentage of the value of meals and snacks enjoyed by employees that an employer can deduct from their wages?

Answer 7

70%

Question 8

Can an employer deduct the value of meals and snacks from employees’ wages without their written authorization?

Answer 8

No, written authorization is required

Question 9

True or False: The Regional Tripartite Wages and Productivity Board assists employers in determining the fair and reasonable value of meals provided.

Answer 9

True

Question 10

Which provision of the Labor Code and its implementing rules covers the topic of subsidized meals and snacks?

Answer 10

Section 4, Rule VII-A, Book III