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Originally Posted by Neal Stevens
I have to agree with Mookie. The main reason I tip wait service is I know their pay is about $2.25 an hour without tips. I don't like the system. I would be happier if they got paid at least minimum wage, and then tips. But the reality is, part of their pay comes directly from me and I can't stiff a guy who is waiting on me.
I have my favorite haunts to eat at: Dot's, Emma's Tex Mex Grill, Busy Bee. The waitresses there know and love me, cause I take care of them. A happy waiter/waitress is part of the dining experience.
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You have your favorite waitresses and you take care of them. On the flip side of that coin you are now their favorite customer. There is absolutely nothing wrong with that. But I would think it was on account how they treated you as a customer first. They are then working for that tip and I would certainly and most generously appreciate what they do just the same as you. Good service friendly atmosphere, is not personal its just good for business and good for generous tips.
But for me to pay additional monies and call it a tip because I perceive employer is stiffing the employee is not a reason for me to open up the wallet. It isn't about feeling sorry for them, they make the first move not me. I can and have on many occasion gone somewhere else to eat.