I hereby authorize the Olympia Food Co-op to thoroughly investigate my references, work record, education, and other matters related to my suitability for employment and, further, authorize the references I have listed to disclose to the Olympia Food Co-op any and all letters, reports, and other information related to my work records, without giving me prior notice of such disclosure. In addition, I hereby release the cooperative, my former employers and all other persons, corporations, partnerships, and associations from any and all claims, demands, or liabilities arising out of or in any way related to such investigation or disclosure.


I understand that nothing contained in the application, or conveyed during any interview which may be granted or during my employment, if hired, is intended to create an employment contract between me and the Olympia Food Co-op. In addition, I understand and agree that if I am employed, my employment is for no definite or determinable period and may be terminated at any time, with or without prior notice, at the option of either myself or the cooperative, and that no promises or representations contrary to the foregoing are binding on the cooperative unless by written resolution of the Co-op’s Board of Directors.