The Case

Argentier v City Perfume Retail Pty Ltd (2023)

In April 2023, Ms Argentier applied for the casual position of Brand Ambassador with City Perfume Retail Pty Ltd (the employer). Ms Argentier was successful in the interview process, completed onboarding and signed a contract of employment. Ms Argentier was rostered to work her first casual shift on 20 April 2023.

Prior to her first shift, the employer notified Ms Argentier that she would also need to attend an unpaid professional development training session on 18 April 2023. Ms Argentier advised the employer that she would not attend if the training was unpaid. The employer thereafter notified Ms Argentier that the role was withdrawn and her rostered shifts were removed.