So, how do tips factor into the minimum wage equation? Well, according to California law, employers are allowed to take a tip credit of up to $3.00 per hour, which means that if you're making at least $3.00 per hour in tips, your employer can pay you as little as $10.00 per hour. But if you're not making enough in tips, your employer has to make up the difference to ensure you're earning the minimum wage.
Now, I know what you're thinking, $3.00 per hour in tips is a lot, especially if you're working in a slow restaurant or a place where the patrons are, shall we say, not so generous. But the thing is, most waitresses in California are making way more than $3.00 per hour in tips, especially if they're working in a busy restaurant or a tourist area. And let's be real, if you're a good waitress, you can make a lot of money in tips, a lot.
For example, did you know that the average waitress in California makes around $20.00 per hour, including tips? That's right, twice the minimum wage. And if you're working in a high-end restaurant, you can make even more, up to $30.00 per hour or more. Of course, it's not all about the money, being a waitress can be a tough job, but if you're good at it, it can be very rewarding, both financially and personally.
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