Why we tip
People in the service industry typically make minimum wage and tipping supplements that income
To show appreciation for good service
You are generous
Social norm, custom, and habit
How much to tip Wait Staff and Bartenders
15% to 20%
15% is on the low end of the tipping scale. It shows that you are aware of the custom, but not particularly impressed by the service received. Another possibility is that you are frugal. Nothing wrong with that. Above 20% demonstrates that you believe you received good/exceptional service.
How to calculate Wait staff tip
Some people take the easy way out by whipping out a calculator. Others do the math on paper or in their heads. There isn’t a wrong method, as long as the tip amount is correct.
The bill: $24.20 Tax$2.15
15% = $3.63
Double the tax = $4.30
20% = move the decimal one space the left, $2.40, then double that $4.80
Who to tip
Wait Staff, Bartenders, food delivery, and if there is one, the tip jar at the register.
The dog groomer. Take into consideration if your pet has any special needs.
The hair salon. Especially if you plan to return or you are a regular customer. Or your hairstyle is giving you life.
Valets. It may not guarantee, no smoking, no radio station changing, no seat adjustments, and return of all belongings, but it helps.
Furniture Delivery. Especially if they must take the stairs, take apart and reassemble furniture, or even arranging furniture to suit your needs.
Bathroom attendant. Obviously.
Food delivery. The meal was brought to your apartment door, while you’re wearing PJs, sweats, or just a towel (never answer the door in a towel).
Hotel:
Housekeeping, they clean up after you.
Bellhop: the lifted your suitcases and bags to you r room.
Room service: they delivered the food to your room.
Doorman: they opened the door and hailed your cab. Aren’t you fancy.
Cab Driver: We all appreciate getting to the destination alive
Professionals who come to your home for emergency repairs, like a plumber
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