Are employees that work at fast food restaurants supposed to get breaks?

Question

Are employees that work at fast food restaurants supposed to get breaks?

Answer 1

Yeah, they're supposed to get breaks, but it depends on how long their shifts are. For example, I work 5-6 hours shifts, and I don't get breaks, so I'm guessing that you have to work around 7 or 8 hours to get a break.

But like other people are saying, just ask your manager for a break when you need one.

Answer 2

The laws are different in every state.  Also, it depends whether you are a minor or not.  You should check your state laws and check your company's policy. Plus, if you want a break you should try asking.

Answer 3

All employees that work anywhere are supposed to get breaks. It's the law. The question is how long of a break every how many hours. That may vary state to state.

Answer 4

Depends on your local (state) labor laws.  There should be a poster by your timeclock to answer your question.  If not, call the department of labor or go the their website for your state.  They have very specific rules.

Answer 5

every employee, in my opinion, should get some sort of break. one reason why i will never work at a day care center again *shakes head* -____- but to answer your question, im honestly not sure. never worked in one.

Answer 6

It depends on how long the shift is. If you are scheduled for 6 or more hours, you are supposed to get a lunch. If you work less than that, I believe a break is only required for minors.

Answer 7

It does vary from state to state.  Check with your state labor laws.  For instance, in the state of Iowa you can be worked 24-7 without a break.

Answer 8

Never enough, and never long enough; but the bosses have to grant them. Usually 1 every 4 hours of work.

Answer 9

All of the restaurants that I know do allow breaks, but not during the really busy time when there are customers to be served.

Answer 10

I work at mcdonalds:

4 hour shift: 15 mins

5 hour , 20 mins

6+ 30 mins

they are paid breaks

Answer 11

well im 14 so i get a break every 5 hrs but if your older you get a break every 2hrs about lol .

Answer 12

If you work in the US for every 4 hours you work you are authorized one 15 min break. If you work an 8 hour shift you get one break and a half hour for lunch