Hey, Waiter! Just How Much Extra Do You Really Expect?

[mookiemookie]

Originally Posted by Rockstar

Maybe, however as a customer here in the U.S. I get the impression I am expected to fork over a tip regardless of the quality of service. Fer cryin' outloud even drive thrus have a tip jar sitting in the window.

Don't get me wrong I do take note of service and compensate accordingly. But I refuse to tip because someones thinks they don't get paid enough. If that's the reason then they should quit and seek employment elsewhere.

If every waiter quit and got a job elsewhere, who would wait tables? Some people, especially in this job environment, cannot get another job. Waiters make $2.13 an hour, as they are expected to make up the rest in tips.

I agree with you that everyone with their hand out doesn't deserve a tip. I cross out the tip section of the receipt at my local sandwich shop where I get takeaway lunch. But an actual waiter or bartender? 20% standard. Less if they screw up, more if I feel like they did a good job.

If someone can't afford to tip or has some kind of ethical stance against it, then they should stay at home.