Is taking extra money from the fund’s custody without the administration’s knowledge considered “ghulool” (unlawful taking from public property/spoils of war)? And what is the expiation for that? And is taking drinks from the restaurant where one works without the owner’s knowledge considered “ghulool,” and must one seek the owner’s forgiveness?

The cashier is entrusted with what is under his hand, so it is not permissible for him to take surplus money without the permission of the responsible authority, even if it is to compensate for a previous deficit. Taking the surplus without the knowledge of the management is considered a breach of trust and must be guaranteed and returned to the employer unless they forgive it. A deficit that occurs in the fund without aggression or negligence on the part of the employee does not obligate him to compensate for it, but if it was due to negligence, then he is obligated to guarantee it. What was taken from beverages without the employer's permission requires forgiveness or payment of its value, and rights can be returned indirectly to save face.