IWhat is the maximum tipping required for servers?

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IWhat is the maximum tipping required for servers?

At the restaurant that I work at, we are required to tip a total of 4% of our sales to the bartender and bus boys. I have heard that the maximum tip out is 2.8% for the state of California. I have searched online and can not find the answer to my question.

Asked on May 29, 2009 under Employment Labor Law, California

Answers:

MD, Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 14 years ago | Contributor

Etheridge v. Reins is a California case that states restaurants may legally mandate tip sharing with those who provide direct table service. Plaintiffs argued it violates California Labor Code Section 351.

Here is the California Dept of Labor and its position:

http://www.dir.ca.gov/dlse/faq_tipsandgratutities.htm


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