Meal and Rest Break Laws in Kentucky
Whether Kentucky law requires meal or rest breaks for adult employees.
Short answer: A paid rest break of at least 10 minutes for every 4 hours worked, in addition to a reasonable lunch period. KRS 337.355; KRS 337.365
| Meal and rest breaks | A paid rest break of at least 10 minutes for every 4 hours worked, in addition to a reasonable lunch period. The lunch period must come no sooner than 3 hours and no later than 5 hours after the shift starts, unless the employee and employer agree otherwise. A duty-free meal period may be unpaid. Lunch rule: https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/law/statutes/statute.aspx?id=32077 Source: KRS 337.355; KRS 337.365 |
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Where to get help in Kentucky
- Kentucky Education and Labor Cabinet, Department of Workplace Standards, Division of Wages and Hours
- File a complaint or claim
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FAQ
Are breaks required by law in Kentucky?
A paid rest break of at least 10 minutes for every 4 hours worked, in addition to a reasonable lunch period. The lunch period must come no sooner than 3 hours and no later than 5 hours after the shift starts, unless the employee and employer agree otherwise. A duty-free meal period may be unpaid.
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.