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Required in Florida — additional to federal requirements

Florida Tipped Employee Wage Compliance

Tipped employee wage compliance procedures for Florida restaurants.

What this document covers

Florida has specific rules for tipped employee compensation: $9.98/hr direct wage with $3.02 tip credit (must total $13.00/hr with tips). This document covers tip credit calculations, tip pooling rules, required notices to employees, and record-keeping specific to Florida law.

Key sections included

  • State tipped minimum wage rate
  • Tip credit notice requirements
  • Tip pooling rules and restrictions
  • Tip credit calculation worksheet
  • Service charge vs tip distinctions
  • Record-keeping requirements
  • Employee acknowledgment forms

Frequently asked questions

What is the tipped minimum wage in Florida?

$9.98/hr direct wage with $3.02 tip credit (must total $13.00/hr with tips).

Who can participate in a tip pool?

Under federal law, only employees who customarily receive tips can participate. Florida may have additional restrictions — check current state guidance.

Document details

State
Florida
Legal basis
FL Statute Chapter 448 (Employment Regulation); FLSA §3(m)
Enforced by
No state labor department — federal DOL has primary jurisdiction
Penalty for absence
Back wages, liquidated damages, and penalties under FL Statute Chapter 448 (Employment Regulation). Class action risk for tip credit violations.
Category
Employment & HR

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Florida Tipped Employee Wage Compliance

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Legal Reference

FL Statute Chapter 448 (Employment Regulation); FLSA §3(m). Enforced by No state labor department — federal DOL has primary jurisdiction.

1. State tipped minimum wage rate

2. Tip credit notice requirements

3. Tip pooling rules and restrictions

4. Tip credit calculation worksheet

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