State wage rules for tipped hospitality employees
A framework for researching minimum wage, tip credits, overtime, and state-specific premiums across restaurant locations.
Start with the most protective rule
Federal law is a baseline; state and local laws may require higher wages, prohibit tip credits, or impose additional duties.
Review the full wage framework
Check effective dates, work location, tipped cash wage, overtime, daily overtime, spread-of-hours, split-shift, and multi-role requirements.