HR Terminology
Sandwich leave
Sandwich leave is a unique leave policy primarily aimed at preventing employees from taking long leaves. Under this policy, public holidays and weekend holidays are deducted as leaves from the employee’s leave balance. This happens when the employee schedules their leave in such a way that public holidays fall between the scheduled leaves.
For example, if an employee takes leave on Friday and the following Monday, the weekend holidays, i.e. Saturday and Sunday, will also be treated as leaves availed, making the total count of leaves four instead of two.
FAQ
Whether or not sandwich leave affects employee benefits or entitlements can vary based on company policies, employment contracts, and local labor laws. It is important for employees to check with their HR department or refer to their employment agreements for clarification.
Employers may impose restrictions on taking sandwich leave based on operational needs, staffing requirements, or other factors. Employees should familiarize themselves with company policies regarding leave requests.
The payment status of sandwich leave depends on company policies, employment contracts, and local regulations. In some cases, sandwich leave may be treated as paid time off if the employee has accrued paid leave days. Otherwise, it may be unpaid.
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