Tipping

[nittanygirl]

I've been a server lots of times and know how frustrating it is to put in so much work and not get tipped well, so I almost always tip 20% as well. I go down to 18% if it was alright & 15% if it sucked. If the server was rude to me they will be lucky if I leave $1.
I always feel uncomfortable leaving less than $2 though even if my bill isn't much.

[ASTalumna06]

Originally Posted by KSUViolet06

I'm a pushover, so even if you make a big mistake (screw up my bill or bring me the wrong thing), I probably will STILL tip you (though not a full 20%) because I know that you probably don't make much money and you still need to eat.

I know from serving that shit definitely happens. And when it hits the fan.. it sucks. And it sucks worse when you have people who don't understand and look at you like you're an idiot. (I'm not at all saying that's how you are.. just making a point).

Screwing up on a bill.. I wouldn't reduce someone's tip because of this. It happens. ESPECIALLY when the 10 people at one table all want separate checks. Talk about a headache.. especially when it's a Saturday night, you're running around like a chicken with it's head cut off, and everyone at the table is drunk and making fun of you when you walk away from the table.. except they're drunk, so they don't realize how loud they are and that you can hear them.

I could list a million stories. But I will say it's definitely hard to know that you have to keep a smile on your face for a full hour while some people look at you/talk to you like you're below them because you're serving them their food. And no, it doesn't really matter if you're a server at the finest of restaurants or in a corner bar.

Originally Posted by nittanygirl

I've been a server lots of times and know how frustrating it is to put in so much work and not get tipped well, so I almost always tip 20% as well. I go down to 18% if it was alright & 15% if it sucked. If the server was rude to me they will be lucky if I leave $1.
I always feel uncomfortable leaving less than $2 though even if my bill isn't much.

These are my tipping habits to a tee!

And I'll tip above 20% if the server went above and beyond. I'll also tip above 20% if I have a new server. I remember what those first few days were like, and I was thrilled if I got a decent tip.. because I know I sucked at the time

[KSUViolet06]

Originally Posted by ASTalumna06

I know from serving that shit definitely happens. And when it hits the fan.. it sucks. And it sucks worse when you have people who don't understand and look at you like you're an idiot. (I'm not at all saying that's how you are.. just making a point).

Screwing up on a bill.. I wouldn't reduce someone's tip because of this. It happens. ESPECIALLY when the 10 people at one table all want separate checks. Talk about a headache.. especially when it's a Saturday night, you're running around like a chicken with it's head cut off, and everyone at the table is drunk and making fun of you when you walk away from the table.. except they're drunk, so they don't realize how loud they are and that you can hear them.

I could list a million stories. But I will say it's definitely hard to know that you have to keep a smile on your face for a full hour while some people look at you/talk to you like you're below them because you're serving them their food. And no, it doesn't really matter if you're a server at the finest of restaurants or in a corner bar.

My only job in HS was at a restaurant (pizza chain). So I get it. That's why I try to be as nice as possible to food server/waitress people because I know how people treat them sometimes. The whole "food service worker = beneath me" thing is ridiculous but that's totally how some people act. I worked a pizza drive-through/phone/hostess job all through high school. I have some really crazy stories.

Ex: The time we had to call the cops because some lady tried to snatch me through the drive-thru window on Super Bowl Sunday (busiest day for pizza).

We should have a food/restarant worker story thread. lol.

[Alumiyum]

Originally Posted by KSUViolet06

My only job in HS was at a restaurant (pizza chain). So I get it. That's why I try to be as nice as possible to food server/waitress people because I know how people treat them sometimes. The whole "food service worker = beneath me" thing is ridiculous but that's totally how some people act. I worked a pizza drive-through/phone/hostess job all through high school. I have some really crazy stories.

Ex: The time we had to call the cops because some lady tried to snatch me through the drive-thru window on Super Bowl Sunday (busiest day for pizza).

We should have a food/restarant worker story thread. lol.

I worked at a little ice cream shop one summer and had one lady go nuts on me. She called me a stupid little bitch and threw the napkins and to go cup I'd just handed her back in the window at me because she thought I was counting her change too slowly. Thankfully the manager looked over right then and saw my face...he told me afterwords he was expecting an actual explosion. He was a really big guy so he told her to leave and not come back all threateningly and when she started cussing HIM out he opened his phone to call the police and she sped off at about 3473243928 mph.

[KSUViolet06]

Originally Posted by Alumiyum

I worked at a little ice cream shop one summer and had one lady go nuts on me. She called me a stupid little bitch and threw the napkins and to go cup I'd just handed her back in the window at me because she thought I was counting her change too slowly. Thankfully the manager looked over right then and saw my face...he told me afterwords he was expecting an actual explosion. He was a really big guy so he told her to leave and not come back all threateningly and when she started cussing HIM out he opened his phone to call the police and she sped off at about 3473243928 mph.

People turn into complete ASSHOLES when it comes to food/ice cream. So dumb.

My story:

It's like an hour before the game on Super Bowl Sunday. We have a drive-through where you can pay/pick up if you don't have time to park/come inside.

The line is out of our parking lot and TO THE STREET because everyone waits until 1-2 hrs before the start to come pick up food.

Most of the folks in line were really patient (and understood the long line/wait). We were even giving out FREE 2 liters to people for their wait.

Most people = complain about the wait, but forget about it when you give them their change and a FREE 2 liter.

I got to this lady and as soon as she pulls up, she starts GOING OFF.

OMGWTFBBQ THIS LINE IS SOOOO LONG. YOU SHOULD BE ASHAMED OF YOURSELVES. WTF! I WANT TO SPEAK WITH YOUR MANAGER!!!!

I apologize for her wait and tell her she's getting a free 2 liter.

Her response: I DON'T GIVE A F**K!

I asked her what kind of 2 liter she wanted and she insisted on speaking to my manager.

I said ok and shut the drive-through window (it's Jan/Feb in Ohio--cold so I shut it anytime I walk away) and go get Manager.

I came back, opened it, and she GRABBED ME (with my manager like 5 feet away from me) and said "DIDN'T I JUST SAY I WANTED TO SPEAK TO YOUR MANAGER???"

Manager grabbed me away from the lady and my co-worker called the cops. They came and basically told her "That was unnacceptable. Don't come up here again" and took a report of what happened.

I could've pressed charges but I wasn't hurt and didn't think it was necessary. I think she got the point because I never saw her again.

[nittanygirl]

Originally Posted by ASTalumna06

And I'll tip above 20% if the server went above and beyond. I'll also tip above 20% if I have a new server. I remember what those first few days were like, and I was thrilled if I got a decent tip.. because I know I sucked at the time

I will do this with a new server sometimes too!! I remember someone did that for me... like one of my first tables was an 8 top and I don't know how the manager thought that was a good idea. One couple at the table gave me a $15 tip just themselves. Their individual bill was like $30. It was very generous.

And when I can tell the server is having a bad day but putting in a strong effort to get through, I tip well.
One day at work I got news that my aunt with cancer had began her serious decline, with probably only a few days left. I dropped a tray of empty cups & I flipped a slice of these guys (my age and cute) pizza (scalding hot) onto my arm. It was embarrassing. They left me a $20 tip & they only ordered two pizzas.
It melted my heart that they were caring enough to try and make my day better, because by no means did I even come close to doing well with their table.

[PM_Mama00]

Originally Posted by ree-Xi

I thought I had asked this question here, but I don't see it.

My hairdresser is actually the owner. I usually tip her, but once in a while, I forget while she's ringing up my card. She waves it away when I ask her to ring it back in, but I make up for it the next time.

I've read that you should never tip the owner, and she's not doing anything fancy or out of the ordinary, so would you tip?

On the same topic, I had to have another girl do my hair when my stylist wasn't available, and I prefer the way she highlighted it. I mean, the other girl rocked my highlights; she threaded them, versus the chunkier way my lady does it, despite my explaining/asking. Is it rude to have another girl do my hair at the same business if my usual stylist is the owner?

This is coming from 1) having worked at a few hair salons and 2) being a previous business owner.

Yes, tip the owner. The owner actually makes LESS than their employees. Overhead has become SO high for business owners that most likely what she makes in sales is going straight to overhead, as well as the sales her employees make. Stylists make decent money on their sales but also live off their tips. The owner is no different, except their sales money goes towards overheads and their own bills/life.

Yes, it is rude to go to another stylist when your previous one is sitting nearby. If you REALLY want to go to her, try your hardest to make the appointment when your stylist is definitely not available. Or take the mature route, and explain to your stylist that you really enjoyed the threaded highlights and want to keep that style.

We had a client who liked to stylist jump. She was a huge pain in the ass to begin with though.

[Chicago88]

I said in another post, I have worked in the service industry for years now getting myself through college and you can make a good living in the right spots. But I have a question, I always tip on delivery pizza, but do you tip when you carry out?

And I heard that the delivery fee goes to the driver as well.

[Alumiyum]

Originally Posted by Chicago88

I said in another post, I have worked in the service industry for years now getting myself through college and you can make a good living in the right spots. But I have a question, I always tip on delivery pizza, but do you tip when you carry out?

And I heard that the delivery fee goes to the driver as well.

I don't unless it was a complicated or large order. I feel like handing me one pizza and ringing me up isn't a tipping activity.

Drives me crazy when people don't tip the driver when they order delivery. Just don't order the pizza if you can't afford that!

[agzg]

I would tip if I did curbside pickup and a person from the restaurant brought me food.

[LaneSig]

Originally Posted by agzg

I would tip if I did curbside pickup and a person from the restaurant brought me food.

And I would love you for it!

Whenever someone tips me on take-out or curbside, I make sure I say, "Thank you. I appreciate it."

[Tulip86]

Just done working, most visitors were nice, friendly and appreciative but one group was hell.
Aroogant young rich kids, who have clearly never worked for their money. Screaming, very very demanding, wanted special dishes made that were not on the menu (on a very busy friday night), got everything they wanted, made sure they had nothing to complain about. They tipped me 35 cents. Assholes.

[ree-Xi]

I thought I had asked this question here, but I don't see it.

My hairdresser is actually the owner. I usually tip her, but once in a while, I forget while she's ringing up my card. She waves it away when I ask her to ring it back in, but I make up for it the next time.

I've read that you should never tip the owner, and she's not doing anything fancy or out of the ordinary, so would you tip?

On the same topic, I had to have another girl do my hair when my stylist wasn't available, and I prefer the way she highlighted it. I mean, the other girl rocked my highlights; she threaded them, versus the chunkier way my lady does it, despite my explaining/asking. Is it rude to have another girl do my hair at the same business if my usual stylist is the owner?

[Kappamd]

^^^I've also been taught it's rude to jump stylists. My mom changes stylists every couple months, so I've banned her from the salon I go to. I don't want to have to deal with, "oh, so we havent seen your mom in a while....." every time I come in.

[Tulip86]

I don´t think it´s rude if you think your hair looks significantly better with another stylist. Your money. Just be subtle about it..