[meatthevillages]

Originally Posted by jimbo2012

That is incorrect they must make minimum even if no one walks in the door.

No, that is correct, $4.69/hr. if they have no tables at all for the night, then manager must redo there clock in to a min wage job. My son works hospitality some nights where he works, he gets no orders, no drink, just entertains and brings samples for guest as they wait.

PS, not all waiters/servers/bartenders are uneducated, as my son has 2 college deg and in this economy, cant find a job in those fields

[ugotme]

Almost always 20% of the TOTAL bill including tax.

[CFrance]

20%, unless waiter does something really rude, which has rarely happened. A little more if it's a friend's child or a regular server we see often and know by name.

[Trayderjoe]

I always start at 20% and the server will determine if it ends up being less. While I recognize that everyone has a bad day, if the service is bad, I adjust the tip accordingly or speak to the manager. Note: I do make it a point to always speak to the manager if I have good service. I know that the servers appreciate the tips, but if they deserve a pat on the back, I want to make sure that they get one.

[SALYBOW]

Because I am not able to eat much food I usually tip more than 20% because I know servers depend on their tips. They also work hard. I always get good service so maybe this is a good idea...who knows?

[CFrance]

Originally Posted by SALYBOW

Because I am not able to eat much food I usually tip more than 20% because I know servers depend on their tips. They also work hard. I always get good service so maybe this is a good idea...who knows?

Metaphorically speaking, this is a good rule to live by, Salybow: Eat less and tip more!

[elevatorman]

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[Suzi]

Originally Posted by emilyjean

normal 15% to 20%, but all depends upon the service provided

I agree. And its not JUST the service but also ATTITUDE. That means a great deal to me. A smile and eye contact may mean the difference between between 20% or more.

[BBQMan]

20% rounded up to the next $5 (a $21 check including tax gets a $5 tip) Minimum tip with good service $5.

[california dreamer]

I read a study that was done on tipping. It found that when a server was tipped irradicaly, first a big tip, and then next time a small tip, the server ended up providing better, more attentive service to the patron. In other words, forced the server to pay attention to service. I thought of my own waitressing days, and found this to be true. If I knew the patron was a good tipper, I provided the same usual service, knowing to expect a good tip. (ok! I was 20 yrs old!) But if there is an unknown factor there, then the service might be stepped up a bit, just part of human nature for reward system, and the practical amount of time allowed for each table.
My husband is very good tipper, good thing, as I am more critical of service!

[lindyjoe1944]

That's great you tip off the $40 and not the $20. Some people who use the coupons tip off of the discounted price, now that's being a "real cheapskate"!!!

[Golfingnut]

We use the card for the bill and hand the wait person 20 to 25% in cash.

[Mikiem]

People need to remember wait staff earn sub minimum wage and rely on tips for their real wages.

[Challenger]

my most common tip is 20% , however I will do less if service is below a reasonable standard(subjective, but we all know poor service when we experience it). IMO overtipping is charity not a reward for services. Not all charities are worthy of support nor are all wait staff. Rewarding bad service just exacerbates the problem for other patrons and is an insult to those who work hard to serve us.

[LoriLind]

Just tip...and say please and thank you for pete's sake...leave your attitudes at home...and enjoy! Simple as that.