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

[frau kaleun]

Originally Posted by TLAM Strike

As some of you know I work in a small Pizza joint so I would like to chime in here.

First, looking out for my delivery driver buddies here, when you order a pizza delivered and hear there is a "delivery charge" do not assume the driver gets it.

Most of the places I order from here have a small delivery charge, and on their web sites they make it very clear that it is NOT a tip for the driver. I've always assumed as much anyway. I always tip pretty well, cuz hey I'm eating food I didn't have to cook OR go out to get. Someone brought it to my door and I'm eating it in my peejays in front of the TV, that's worth a coupla extra bucks at least.

And I do think they pay attention... maybe it's my imagination, but I think I get my food a lot quicker now that I have a "history" with these places. The two I use most frequently, whatever delivery time they indicate when I place the order, I can usually cut in half, even during their busy times.