A question about tipping

[RightArm]

Tipping is for good service, period. I worked in the service industry for quite a few years, and I do not believe in tipping just because it is expected. If you work in the sevice industry, then act like it with service. A customer should not walk away with a bad feeling. If you can't serve, there are plenty of other jobs where they pay you instead of you earning money off the customer.

 

[GKC]

Yes, But, Ken...Was that a Corporate sponsored function? Then yes I would go that the Corporate bill should reflect, by paying the additional tip.

However, if it is a non-functioning gathering, a large farewell party or birthday party...the gatherings I attended, we all contributed to the pot and left it on the table, either in front of our plate, or added to one large pot at the table. Are not those type of gatherings of more than 25 a Dutch Treat affair, where in each pays their own tab? Usually one person does not pick up the whole tab. Some pay by cash, some by credit card.

Also, I have been known to send $ to the kitchen if the chef/cook has done an outstanding job of preparing the meal.

They usually don't get anything.

Same goes for the clean up ladies in a motel. You'd be surprised how well your room will be made up, especially if you're staying over for more than one day.

WuzzFuzz

Almost all of the large group dinners I hosted were corporate events. I did however, host a dinner for about 30 of our family members following my mother's funeral, and I paid that tab...and added to the 15%. I also hosted the rehearsal dinner for my son's wedding, and added to the 15% on that one as well. In both cases, though, we did have very good service.

I read that in some restaurants, the tips have to be pooled and shared with cooks, bus boys, and even other wait staff. I object to sharing with other waiters/waitresses...since I tip based on the performance of the individual who served me. As for the cooks and busboys, if they are paid a regular wage, and not the reduced server's wage, then they shouldn't get part of the waiter's tips.

I did forget to mention tipping the maids who clean the hotel rooms. I do that, too, and usually try to leave them cash or hand it to them, if I see them.

 

[ΣΙΓΜΑ]

I think it was reasonable to leave 10 % for a pick up order
I usually do the same. I figure they did not do as much as if I were there yet they
did accomplish a service

 

[old bear]

Tipping is for good service, period.

To many folks have forgotten that a tip is to assure or reward good service, not something they are owed. My rule of tipping is: bad service NO tip, decent service 10%, good service 20%, VERY good service 25% and UP.

 

[Marshwheeling]

I would tip the guy. Some of my kids work for tips, and I have had many jobs where tips were a big part of the compensation. If I get good service, I like to be sure the waiter or waitress knows I appreciate it.

 

[usm1rifle]

You did right, I think 10% for superior take out service & a drink is fine.

I tip 20% or more for excellent table service.

 

[sipowicz]

10 percent is perfectly acceptable for takeout....most don't expect a tip for take out service.

 

[therevjay]

I think tipping him, and the amount you gave was just right. I also use the same scale as "old bear". (for a "sit down" meal)

 

[speedyquad]

didn't read the OP, but make sure the cow is asleep and watch for patties.

seriously though, i used to work as a busboy. i did not get tips directly, but the waitresses that we worked for had to give us 10% of their tips. i usually got more as i busted my butt for them. for awhile i would always tip, and how much reflected the service. as i grow older and service gets worse, i tend to tip more for better service and have even recently left without leaving a tip. it takes very bad service to not get a tip from me. as far as tipping for a take out order, it depends on if any other service is given. get me a drink while i wait, and you'll get a tip. just bring my food from the back, no tip is added.

 

[Old TexMex]

When I was a kid, I took duck hunting parties. The old man told me if it was a perfect bluebird day,
the decoys were still set out right,
and nobody shot even a single duck,
those hunters would still
offer me a tip. He said I was to take it, cause that was the best way they could show their gratitude for my effort.

In other words, I don't blame the waiter if the cook is bad.

Working in poor countries,like Mexico, the propina is always a good idea. Especially if you figure on coming back.

Tipping was unheard of when I was in Australia, (except for sportfishing crew), but wages were way higher for waiters and waitresses than stateside. Kids are working for pretty low wages nowadays, when you consider the cost of things...20% is my usual. 100 a day for a deckhand, 200 for the skipper.

 

[WuzzFuzz]

I don't know who it was that said it, or where I read it, but it had to do with "What to do about bad service". It was mentioned to leave a penny, a nickle or just a dime. That was to make sure the waiter/waitress knew that you didn't just forget to leave a tip. Those amounts were to let them know how bad their service was.

To me leaving a tip for different services might have a different meaning. The kids, that this might be their first job, it's to educate them a bit, they will be rewarded better for doing better work instead of doing just enough to get by.

When it comes to those professions that rely on tips, those will of course have to do with the quality of service they provide. One with a smile or one with a frown...They both gave me a glass of water, but which one deserves the better tip????

Sometimes, there are those professions, like a couple of instances mentioned above, that...well...they just go out of their way a bit, to either give you a better service, or a better price on something. It sure don't hurt to recognize them, and tipping, lets them know you have noticed and appreciate it.

Shoot, even if they're making $6 an hour or $80 an hour, everyone appreciates a few extra dollars out of the blue now and then.



WuzzFuzz

For my RANT, not too much ticks me off like being in a place and maybe there are only three tables of people, and four waitresses standing around in the corner jabbering amongst themselves, forgetting us at the tables.....This is usually the just out of high school aged kids, but not always.


Here's another question, sort of on the same note....How long do you sit and wait at a table to be served, before you up and walk out...And the place is NOT THAT BUSY. The waiter/waitress could at least come and acknowledge that you are there.


.

 

[GKC]

I was reading an article a while back about tipping in other countries, and in some it is expected, much as it has come to be here, while in others (I can't remember which ones) it is an insult. It is viewed as bribing a supposedly incompetent waiter to do the job they should be able to do to your satisfaction in the first place.

Novel concept, hey?

 

[ChuckS1]

I guess I'm getting old or something, but what gets me is the tip jar at a Dunkin Donuts or some similar fast food joint.

 

[GKC]

I guess I'm getting old or something, but what gets me is the tip jar at a Dunkin Donuts or some similar fast food joint.

Yeah...they seem to get snippy when you take some out.

 

[Sprefix]

Please read this!!

Most people don't know that a waitress/waiter has to pay UNCLE 8% just for the privilege of waiting on you. A past GF would wait on a table of say six, have a $80 bill and get a $5 tip for her efforts. Yes, even though she is an ex, she is very good at her job. This mostly happened at a job were the cliental was a bit on the shabby side, but what a let down for her. A particular time, the party ran her tail off every time she came back as if only one person at a time was allowed to ask for something. If you get good or better service, Pay the folks. JMO

 

[Mustang51]

This thread brought back some memories of my days waiting tables in college. We often could guess the best and worst tippers as soon as they were seated. As a rule, the worst was a table full of women. The best would be a young couple on a date. I guess the boys were trying to make an impression.

 

[HotRoderX]

I know my view is very controversial but to each there own. Personally OP I tipped in your situation the waiter went beyond there normal duty's to makes your order was right. The waiter would have just brought the order to you then no I wouldn't tip either.

As far as tiping in general this is where I get controversial. I tip on level of service I have a few times left no tip at all because of extremely poor service. I have left extremely generous tips several times because of above and beyond service. I have a friend who once tipped a waitress 20 dollars because he was so impressed with her.

My thoughts on tipping are this want tips give good quality service. People don't like the fact not everyone tips them then maybe its time to look for a new job.

I understand they get payed less then minimal wage but no one forces them into the job. I understand times are hard but that still does not entitle them to a tip.

I have heard the old argument that there is nothing a waiter/waitress can do. That's not true they can quiet if enough of them quiet then the business has no choice but to pay more or go under.

I also understand this would raise the cost of dinning out. I think that's a general problem with society now days. Seems everyone wants things cheap, fast, and with as little effort as possible. That's why places like Walmart strive and mom and pop shops go under.

 

[DeathGrip]

I was reading an article a while back about tipping in other countries, and in some it is expected, much as it has come to be here, while in others (I can't remember which ones) it is an insult. It is viewed as bribing a supposedly incompetent waiter to do the job they should be able to do to your satisfaction in the first place.

Novel concept, hey?

A Waiter or Bartender in Germany is on salary. They love tips.

I have been to some places in Germany that were owned by other euros and all tips went to the owner.

I'll add that the staff was on a rotational work permit from one friends place. I always get the latest news from Hungary.

 

[Cyrano]

Being single, I don't run up as big a bill as couples in restaurants, etc. So I try to tip a little more.

 

[bettis1]

GKC,

Tell your wife she is WRONG!


Oh, wait...that's a bad tip...

Bob