“Do I have to book casual employees on the payroll?” is a question we’re asked a lot, especially by clients in hospitality and retail.

These two sectors are among the most likely to use casual employees, though they’re not alone in this. You’ll find casual employees in administration and a myriad of other roles, too. You know what it’s like – you’ve got a busy weekend ahead with several large parties each night and need an extra pair of hands or two to manage the extra footfall. Or you’re heading up to Black Friday and know you’ll need all the help you can get. That’s where your casual workers become invaluable.

And yet we can see why people might be confused when it comes to payroll. Are you really expected you to jump through all those hoops for someone who’s only working with you for a few hours or days here and there? Unfortunately, the short answer is yes.