I expressly authorize, without reservation, Gifford’s Famous Ice Cream, its representatives, employees or agents to contact and obtain information from all references, employers, public agencies, licensing authorities, and educational institutions and to otherwise verify the accuracy of all information provided by me in this application, resume, or job interview. I hereby waive any and all rights and claims I may have regarding Gifford’s Famous Ice Cream, its agents, employees or representatives, for seeking, gathering and using truthful information, in a lawful manner, in the employment process and all other persons, corporations or companies for furnishing such information about me.

I certify that all the facts set forth in the above employment application are true and complete to the best of my knowledge and I authorize Gifford’s Famous Ice Cream to verify their accuracy and to obtain reference information on my work performance. I hereby release Gifford’s Famous Ice Cream from any and all liability of whatever kind and nature, which, at any time, could result from obtaining and having an employment decision based on such information. I understand that, if employed, falsified statements of any kind or omissions of facts called for on this application shall be considered sufficient basis for employment termination without prior notice.

I understand that in evaluating my application for employment and to evaluate my continued suitability for employment, Gifford’s Famous Ice Cream may from time to time procure or have prepared an employment, education, criminal history, motor vehicle, military and/or investigative report, or a report about my background, character, general reputation, mode of living, and/or employment performance about me. I consent to and authorize Gifford’s Famous Ice Cream to obtain these reports, and by copy of this authorization, I have been notified that: 1. the reports may be requested; 2. that upon request, I will be informed whether such a report has been requested; and 3. that upon request, I will be informed of the name and address of any agency that furnished any report.

I also understand that upon written request and within five days after receipt of my request, I am entitled to complete disclosure about the nature and scope of any investigation performed by a credit reporting agency. I authorize all persons, schools, employers, companies, corporations, law enforcement agencies and other government agencies to release information to Gifford’s Famous Ice Cream and to any company hired by them. The authorization includes matters of opinion relating to character, ability, reputation and past performance.

If extended an offer of employment, I may be required to undergo a fit-for-duty physical examination by a physician selected by Gifford’s Famous Ice Cream. I understand that any offer of employment is conditioned upon the results of this post-offer examination.

If I am hired, I understand that I am free to resign at any time, with or without cause and with or without prior notice, and Gifford’s Famous Ice Cream reserves the same right to terminate my employment at any time, with or without cause and with or without prior notice, except as may be required by law. This application does not constitute an agreement or contract for employment for any specified period or definite duration. I understand that no supervisor or representative of Gifford’s Famous Ice Cream is authorized to make any assurances to the contrary and that no implied oral or written agreements contrary to the foregoing express language are valid unless they are in writing and signed by the CEO of Gifford’s Famous Ice Cream. I also understand that if I am hired, I will be required to provide proof of identity and legal authorization to work in the US and that federal immigration laws require me to complete an I-9 in this regard.

I certify that I have read and fully understand and accept all terms of the foregoing Applicant Statement and that the information provided in the Job Application is true and correct. Should Gifford’s Famous Ice Cream determine that any aspect of the information provided in this Job Application is not true, I understand that Gifford’s Famous Ice Cream can withdraw any offer of employment that may be made and/or terminate my employment.