Under California Law, exempt employees are entitled to a meal break but not rest breaks. There are 3 requirements under which an employee can be classified as exempt. They are:
Employees whose salary is at least twice the state minimum wage for full-time employment
Employees whose primary job must be executive, administrative or performing professional tasks like managerial or intellectual work
Tasks done by employees must involve his/her independent judgment and use of discretion
For more information on California Labor laws, it is best to consult an experienced employment attorney or click here to read more on California Overtime Laws.