hi, I am currently working at a chain salon in Kentucky and am paid on a hourly rate with commission . To me, this seems like clear wage theft, and its something that Georgia does enforce (I recently heard of them enforcing another salon wage theft victim with a vengeance that shocked me for a red state). My salon pays me 36% commission and charges me for all of my color and products on top of that. Its a hassle, suspicious, and I wouldnt advise implementing it in any of the salons I consult for. Does this article apply to salons in Florida as well? Its not in our handbook, but honestly I dont feel like they would intentionally miss lead anyone. Can the salon I work at (in the state of Florida) take out back bar fees if Im a 1099? When someone goes to the hair salon, he or she is expecting a relaxing experience with a satisfactory result. I set my own prices, but cannot charge more than what our head stylist/2nd owner charge. Additionally, my employment contracts would have these fees and labor prices clearly outlined so that employees werent under the false impression that the price on the board is the amount their commission would be calculated from. Scheduling. I get 35%of whatever the clients pays. For that, youd need to hire a consultant to run your numbers. If it was color, they would have to go to a color class. Depends on the state. Therefore him seeing you aslate if you show up 10-5 min prior to your first client. For example, if a service costs $100 and my commission is 35% (pathetic, right?) Its *not* legal to announce it in the middle of a pay period and apply it for that pay period. So if I was paid $20 in commission for the service originally, but the other stylist that the redo is seeing would normally receive $40 of commission from a haircut, I would receive the initial $20 and then be charged $40 to cover the cost of commission for the redo. I consider that possibility incredibly slightlike, one chance in ten, depending on how irritated with the stupidity of the situation the judge is. Yet Im paid 21$, I asked about it and boss said the estheticians commission is offset by the price of the serum meaning my commission is based on 20$ less than the client actually paid. I already looked up the CDLE labor laws yet they seemed unclear since it was a commissioned based employee-Thank you. No person shall sell goods or supplies to his employee, or pay such employee wages or a part thereof in goods or supplies, directly or through the intervention of scrip, orders, or other evidence of indebtedness, at higher prices than the reasonable or current market value in cash of such goods or supplies, or, without an express contract with his employee, deduct or retain the wages of such employee, or a part thereof, for wares, tools, or machinery destroyed or damaged. I am a W-2 employee paid commission only. Then again, the majority of the small claims cases Ive seen this occur in usually involve owners who have been doing a lot of shit wrong, so they didnt have the moral or legal high ground. A $5-10 per service towel charge? Have you ever wondered what would happen if a customer left with a different attitude due to an unexpected accident or injury? After a month of being employed, management came to me with a opportunity to work hourly vs commission. By any chance, do you know whether or not its legal in Texas to require salon employees not independent contractors to pay for all of their own products out of pocket? An Oregon salon owner who opened her business in defiance of the state's lockdown orders accused Gov. What leads a salon owner to close their business, and how can it be prevented. (b)The deduction is for a specific purpose, pay period and amount; and Youre not a volunteer. Salon owners just need to do their math and set their prices to more than adequately cover their expenses. Obviously, theyre not doing that. It appears to now, so Ive updated the post with the link. I feel like shes just trying to make me content cause I was on to something. Why would you be taxed *before* the 8% is deducted? At that rate, youre better off renting. This is a super timely article for me, as my salon owner has started talking about implementing product fees since everyone she talks to is doing it. I am supposed to be making 50% commission, but they try to say that the service charge comes off of the top before commission and taxes are taken out. 403(b), 408, 408A, or 457 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, or any subsequent corresponding internal revenue code of the United States, as from time to time, established by the employer, or (5) the employer is required under the law of another state to withhold income tax of such other state with respect to (A) employees performing services of the employer in such other state, or (B) employees residing in such other state. A salon owner should also understand how to perform these services and what is considered standard. The owner claims that many salons do thisparticularly aveda salons (which we are). However, Botox injections can be dangerous if done incorrectly or irresponsibly. (b)Any employee contribution to a benefit program, such as health insurance or a pension plan, as permitted pursuant to NRS 608.110. Depending on the prices, it may even violate the FLSA, since those deductions may bring you below Massachusettss minimum wage of $9 per hour, depending on the service. Its stupidity all around. It depends on whether or not you have signed a contract. If you could shed some light on these topics so I can go to my employer being informed that would be greatly appreciated. If you have anything youd like to add or discuss, leave me a comment below! I work in a Spa in MN My scenario. I more wanted to know if that backbar deduction was legal, which it seems like it is based on the fact she stated it in writing. Its his business. That means paying your workers a wage they can actually survive on, compensating them for their time (not just their services), classifying them appropriately, providing them with benefits, and doing your job as an employer by marketing the salon, staffing it strategically, and owning your responsibilities. For pay structures, you can really do anything you want so long as youre keeping records (requiring employees to clock in and clock out) and complying with the prevailing wage obligations. Me or them?. Marine Agency Corp. All Rights Reserved. Absolutely not legal. If they are doing neither, the problem isnt necessarily the costs they account for before calculating your pay, but the fact that theyre not in compliance with prevailing wage legislation and are therefore committing wage theft. It was yours. However I did sign an agreement. The salon owner needs to be able to read people to determine motivation and expectations, but they should also balance this information with logic to keep a business mind. You have to pay towork? Seriously, dont let this slide. Hi Tina, I work for a salon in Wisconsin that charges us a 9% product cost fee for backbar usage. []. It is unprofessional, causes resentment in the workplace, and makes clients uncomfortable. I disagree. I want to do this right, where everybody is happy and making a good living. The company's demand can be for the return of the property or the monetary value of the property. You dont have the fight in you because you know that you couldnt go do something better. Does the old salon have legal grounds to take you to court. You dont owe him a goddamn thing if hes not paying you. Throughout the last few months however though Ive become unhappy and ready to move seek new opportunities with other companies. The regular hourly rate shall include all remuneration for employment paid to, or on behalf of, the employee, but shall not include: Im so tired of trying to make money in this industry I feel as though I put so much energy and passion into my work with little in return. When shes not writing, educating, or consulting, she can be found overthinking everything, identifying problems people didnt know existed, and stubbornly working to change the things she cannot accept. I am constantly at them to be careful about the amount of product they are using as it comes out of my pocket. Hiring employees. When questioned, the mistake was rectified. This is the third time I have worked for free at this establishment. I have a very similar situation as the above stylist and am in dispute with my boss currently. She is being taken advantage of. I have done Google searches and within mere minutes proven to them how wrong they were. Hi Tina, thank you for your dedication to answering so many questions. Employers must get proper written authorization before making a payroll deduction. The date range borders on unreasonable as well. And just DONT GIVE UP, there is great money for both the employee and owner if the salon is run correctly. Medical services and hospitalization which the employer is obligated to furnish under workers compensation law or similar Federal, State, or local laws. "We had an amazingly talented stylist--well rounded in cut, color, updos, makeupbut this person was a very difficult employee. I signed thinking I would be getting commission on the full value of the service. Looking to start your own Salon? An employer cannot deduct money from your pay for case or inventory shortages or damages to property or equipment, or for a uniform unless you sign an express written agreement allowing for the deduction at the time the deduction is made. The following are examples of items not considered bona fide other facilities under Section 203(m) and Part 531 [of the regulations], because they are provided primarily for the benefit or convenience of the employer: PA Labor Laws: http://www.portal.state.pa.us/portal/server.pt?open=514&objID=563209&mode=2#12. Deductions like that are not legal in Pennsylvania. IDOL does not recognize blanket authorizations for deductions. I work in a salon in Wisconsin and have similarly issues. 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