Georgia Minimum Wage & Overtime Policy

Minimum wage and overtime compliance policy for Georgia restaurant employees.

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What this document covers

Georgia sets its own minimum wage at $7.25/hr (state minimum is $5.15/hr under GA Code §34-4-3 but federal $7.25 applies to all FLSA-covered employers), which may exceed the federal rate. This policy documents your compliance with both state and federal wage requirements, overtime calculations, and record-keeping obligations specific to Georgia restaurants.

Key sections included

Current state minimum wage rates
Overtime calculation procedures
Pay frequency requirements
Wage statement (pay stub) requirements
Record-keeping obligations
Tip credit procedures
Complaint and enforcement information

Frequently asked questions

What is the current minimum wage in Georgia?

The current minimum wage in Georgia is $7.25/hr (state minimum is $5.15/hr under GA Code §34-4-3 but federal $7.25 applies to all FLSA-covered employers). This exceeds or matches the federal minimum of $7.25/hr.

Do I follow state or federal overtime rules?

You must follow whichever law provides greater protection to the employee. Compare Georgia and federal overtime requirements and apply the more favorable standard.

Document details

State: Georgia
Legal basis: GA Code Title 34 (Labor and Industrial Relations); FLSA (29 USC §201)
Enforced by: Georgia Department of Labor (GDOL) — limited jurisdiction; federal DOL has primary wage enforcement
Penalty for absence: Back wages plus liquidated damages; state-specific penalties under GA Code Title 34 (Labor and Industrial Relations); potential class action liability.
Category: Employment & HR

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