Seasonal hiring for summer is a smart choice for many small business owners. Instead of hiring full-time or part-time staff, bringing on seasonal workers may be all you need to handle the increased demand during your busiest season.
However, hiring seasonal workers can be challenging. To assist you, Next Insurance has compiled a guide on pay rates, insurance requirements, benefits, and pitfalls of summer hiring.
Understanding Seasonal Hiring
Seasonal hiring involves bringing on additional short-term staff, whether for part-time, full-time, or contracted positions, to meet demand during peak periods.
Duration of Seasonal Jobs
Seasonal jobs can range from several months to just a single day, depending on the demand for your product or service. For example, a lawn care business may hire seasonally in the spring, while a camp may only hire for the summer weeks.
Businesses like retail stores or delivery services often seek seasonal workers for holidays like Valentine’s Day or Christmas.
Pay Rates and Overtime for Seasonal Employees
Most employment laws apply to seasonal workers, including minimum wage and overtime pay requirements. Make sure to check your state’s specific laws and regulations.
Workers Compensation insurance is typically required for seasonal employees to cover medical expenses and lost wages in case of on-the-job injuries.
Pros and Cons of Summer Seasonal Staffing
Hiring seasonal employees can offer flexibility and cost savings, but it can also present challenges like higher risks of injury and lower employee loyalty.
5 Tips for Hiring Seasonal Employees
Follow these tips for finding quality seasonal workers:
- Start the hiring process early
- Look for applicants specifically interested in seasonal work
- Prioritize returning workers
- Focus on hiring for attitude over skill set
- Vacation resorts
- Youth summer camps
- Construction
- Ski resorts
- Lawn care
- Landscaping
- Agriculture
- Food service
- Retail stores
- Golf courses
- Delivery services
- Drive-in movie theaters
This story was produced by Next Insurance and reviewed and distributed by Stacker Media.
