I think the American tipping concept is a way for bosses to underpay their employees. In Europe it’s common to pay when the server is doing a good job, not as a formality. Pay your employees and ask for a smaller tip. It shouldn’t be a system based on tips or no tips at all. You can still make extra money during festivals/holidays. Don’t put the responsibility at the consumers, just pay if you want to run a business.
As an American living in Germany you’re spot on and my wife (she’s German) has told me numerous times not to tip the workers because they all make 9 euros an hour with or without tips
There are several things in the US that fall into the category of what I call "collective illusions". If you ask, most Americans will say mandatory gratuity makes no sense but it is allowed to continue because we want to pretend our meals are somehow cheaper even though it isn't when you account for the mandatory gratuity. It would be much more rational to just pay a price that reflects the true cost to produce the meal and that must include some basic standard of living for the employees
My thoughts too. Like, what else is the driver supposed to do? Steer the car over a bridge?? I do tip Uber drivers if it's very late at night, or if I was drunk and possibly being annoying, haha.
I absolutely hate it when I have to tip before I receive my food, i.e. takeout/coffeeshops not sit down restaurants. My tip should be a reflection of their service, rather than their service reflecting my tip. It’s also infuriating because in those tip first establishments you are generally not waited on. The only service they provide is the preparation and calling out my name. That should be covered by the high price I’m already paying for the food/drink. I don’t want to be bullied into tipping. It just doesn’t feel right.
@@joebillage3578 What's wrong with been frugal? He is probably doing well with money, I am the same way and believe me I saved a lot of money by cutting off stupidity like $7 cafe lates or $5 small cup of Folgers coffee at Starbucks and other coffee shops.
I used to be a great tipper. I took joy in tipping high. Once I was getting asked for tips everywhere, including gas stations, take out etc, I quit and I don’t feel bad at all! I felt harassed everywhere I went. I now only tip at a sit down restaurant. I’m free!!
@@TheBOG3if you live in a state that doesn't allow you to pump your own gas, then they ask for tips. I never tip at gas stations because I can pump my own gas; why take away my option to do so, THEN ask me to tip.
@@___Anakin.Skywalker most easy and many job openings are in the retail and service jobs. Literally can walk in and get hired type of jobs and you see the signs everywhere. Other fields it would take couple of weeks or few months to fill that specific role. Plus the competition for the other fields will be more competitive in the future when automation and more people get into those other fields. Leaving a huge void for availability for retail and service jobs. Many seniors prefer human over automated service, which is another thing to factor in too.
Things have gotten even worse recently. I've been asked to tip $1/$2/$3 for a cup of boba or coffee ($3 is literally 60%!!) during pandemic, and just recently I got one cafe asking for similar amounts WITH NO "NO TIPS" OPTION, I had to literally hit "custom amount" and type "0" and then hit enter. Folks, stand on your ground, and don't tip at these places!
I ordered Chinese food from a small Chinese restaurant within 1 mile away from my house and Paid delivery fee (free delivery before COVID). I did the same, had to select "custom amount" and type "0" tip. But the driver demanded tip because he said he used his car and gas. I told him that I paid delivery fee and tip is optional, period. He looked at me and my car with violence in his eyes.
@@sekar9901 Depends on where, but in some places, like East Asia, there's a heavy overworking culture so not many people have time to make food at home so many dine out or eat from convenience stores.
it’s just their culture, they expect to put out their best hospitality no matter what. it’s not about the money. Not all Asian countries the same though, pretty much just Japan
Agreed. Just to do your job I’m not tipping. To actually go above and beyond or to wait on me, I definitely tip. I was a bartender for years and will be the first person to say tipping is out of control in the US
Love how the owner of a business is essentially saying, "Some of my patrons might pay more of my overhead costs on top of what they're already paying for my product and make me more profit because I am not legally obligated to pay my employees a living wage." We are the only country that has been duped into paying 20% of the restaurant owner's employees' wages, and now it's for almost everything. Employers should pay their employees a living wage! A tip for excellent service is one thing. It's gone way past that now.
Its all relative. Take away tips and raise their hourly, itll be reflected in the food prices. Already see this in fast food prices where minimum wage was increased. Tricky problem to solve here, people deserve to make a fair living but people also deserve a fair price…
@@bfresh5572 I’d much rather have that. I used to live in Europe and it was really nice knowing the ACTUAL cost you were paying for things. In France, even sales tax is built into the price of the item, so it’s not higher at the cash register. Not a crazy concept to display the actual cost you are charging people. And being aware of the cost ahead of time, helps you budget and be better with your money (which American businesses do not want consumers to do).
Recently purchased some chocolate bars from a candy/gift shop and was prompted to tip up to 15%-50% at the pay screen. It was like being asked to tip at the grocery or drug store.
The tipping apps for self service places start too high and sometimes sneak a big tip in there so check your CC receipts. My carry-out pizza place starts at 5%. I enjoy hitting 5 or 10% because they smile and treat people like celebrities. If you aint happy then go somewhere else.
Yes! Just the other day I went to a restaurant after work with 4 of my friends and the tip was already included in the bill none of us noticed it and we added another 20% tip we only notice the bill when they brought it back to the table. We felt cheated, and none of us is going back to that restaurant again.
8:25 she said gratuity has the word gratitude in it FALSE -- gratuity - From Middle French gratuité (from Old French gratuite) or directly from Medieval Latin gratuitas (“a free gift”), from Latin gratuitus (“freely given, free”)
Tipping culture in the US alone is super scary and stressful lol. They are the only one who do this ridiculous stuff while the rest of the world don’t deal with this nonsense. Tipping is to show gratitude if you feel like it, not because it’s mandatory. I don’t need to tip on fastfood or coffeeshops. I only do on restaurant’s who does personal service to wait on our tables.
I live in Europe. We don't have to tip. It's so much easier. So when lunch costs 15 Euros, you pay 15 Euros. No taxes and tips added at the Cash Register.
I envy you! It is a confusing practice here in the US for the past few years. For example, there are customers who don't tip if the owner of the restaurant serves them, but will when an employee serves them. However, now I am being asked to tip someone who makes my coffee and who gets paid minimum wage.
It's a shame that tipping has became such a hassle. Customers should tip when they feel like the service provided is good and tip out of goodwill. It really shouldn't be an obligation.
Exactly. And I used to serve and still think this is b.s. Really, the owners should be paying a living wage and tipping should be extra. The server’s wage should not be based on extra money from the customers.
I went through Pete's coffee drive through the other day and the worker shoved the paying device out the little window and into my car window to show the tip screen, this literally boiled my blood
Tipping culture has gotten so bad in America these days that I simply stopped going to any takeaway business that prompts me for a tip, such as Five Guys and Tropical Smoothie Cafe. It certainly helps to reduce the decision fatigue associated with myriad restaurant options. These days I'm partial to Firehouse Subs and Wendy's which never prompt customers for a tip. Should I ever get prompted there in the future, I'll take them off the list and move on to the next. Capitalism in action.
At McDonald's, I placed a tip jar out front. I was written up for doing so but I did make $40 in about 2 hours... I'm now looking for a job as a waitor
@@OmnihiloA lot of people will jump down your throat for this comment, but as someone who worked in a tipped industry for more than a decade, tipping is broken. Now that people feel obligated to tip even before they've received service is a sure sign that the system is broken. Somehow the employer has made us feel responsible for paying their employees. It's nonsensical.
I totally agree with you. That's why I never tip cashiers. I only tip when there's a targeted service given like a restaurant server, otherwise i never do. I don't feel the need to tip just because. The more people do it, the more establishments abuse the system.
Uh because that person had to make sure your order was correct, was prepared the right way, rushed to pack it, made sure to give you everything you need, etc. don’t be an idiot. Things don’t just materialize out of nowhere.
@@funkrobot9762 That's not a part of the job they get paid to do? Your mechanic has to diagnose what's wrong, take apart the surrounding parts to get to the problem, fix the problem put everything back together, ensure they fixed the problem and didn't cause new problems, and do it with a smile. Do we tip them too? Plus, isn't part of making sure my order is correct making sure it was prepare correct, and isn't that simply managing the kitchen which has nothing to do with the customer?
The restaurant owner saying, "yes, the server will make less without tips." is literally saying, I won't pay them more than the $2.15/hr I do. Restaurant owners are actually evil. We need to force their hands and stop tipping.
@@willnill7946 you sound dumb😂😂😂 if the restaurant owner isn’t making a lot, that means the servers are making basically nothing because the restaurant isn’t doing well. If the restaurant owner is wealthy (typically) than the servers are probably doing okay. I worked in a restaurant. Usually made ≈ $100 a night. The managers got paid $14 an hour and the hosts and bar got paid $7.25. The restaurant owner is a millionaire. Drives a g wagon and wears gucci shirts to sit in his office. bffr.
I hate when I order a pick up delivery from a restaurant and they ask for a tip. If I sat down and ate there, I would tip. If the food was delivered to me, I would tip the driver. But if all I'm doing is driving over myself to pick up food, and I wasn't waited on, I'm not tipping. And I sure as hell ain't tipping at Starbucks or McDonald's.
Just went to a Starbucks drive thru and was shocked when the cashier shoved a screen in my face asking for a tip. The fucking gall of these companies. They just lost a customer lmao.
I used to be a waitress, so you know I believe in the tipping system. When I’m out to eat, get my car washed, on vacation etc., I always tip well especially when the service is good. However, I don’t know why I am expected to tip when someone is simply just taking my order?
I purchased a $5 cupcake at a pick up counter with no sitting at the airport and was faced with the screen showcasing the following tip options: $1, $3, $5. There was NO no tip option. When I pressed “Other amount” the clerk said “No tip? Ok you press X to cancel.”
@cbra66 we might as well tip the mechanic when they fix your car...tip the mailman for bringing your mail...tip the trashman for taking your trash...tip the cashier at the grocery store for checking out your grocery. The list goes on and on but you get it.
@@AllenHanPR Abolish tipping, fix the minimum wage. If restaurants/bars vanish then so be it. I don't go to them anyway. Ever hear how some things are worth going through the fire for it? People can go without their starbucks orders, pizzas, etc. Infact, it'd help people to learn how to cook at home and do more stuff.
I think the problem is that it's gotten too expensive to tip. I remember leaving a $5-$10 tip on a nice sit down restaurant was considered a generous tip and I didn't mind paying that at all but now with the inflated prices of everything and the establishments forcing percentage tipping of more than 15% its way too much. Then they ask you for tips at places they didn't used to before and it just becomes a hassle.
Very true. A meal for my husband and I is typically $25-30. Servers act insulted if you give $7 , like what do you want a tip the cost of the meal? Not gonna happen
Tipping at a non-full service restaurant is debatable. Tipping at a sit down restaurant though? If you can’t afford the 20% tip, don’t eat out. You can’t afford it.
@@BlownMacTruck except I've been to several restaurants where the tipping options change depending on what's convenient to them. If my meal was $20 then 20% is $4 yet when it's time to pay, the lowest amount you're presented with is like $10. When your bill is high they want to do percentage, when it's low they switch it up to face value and it's high. At that point I almost want to give zero tip just for trying to get slick with me.
I recently went to lunch at Potbellys. 4 people waited on me as I moved down the line. Not one person even managed a smile. The manager rang up my order and asked me if I wanted to leave a tip. I did because I felt internal pressure. My order was wrong. Never again will I tip when I don’t feel like I was treated with basic manners.
Oh that's not being waited on, people behind counters are paid by the company to serve people otherwise people don't come! I really hate the person who started putting glass jars by the cashier of fast food restaurants, coffee shops, bakeries, and other not sit down places! The only underpaid people in the food industry are the waiters and waitresses, and by law the tips they earn are theirs but some bosses make them pool their tips together and share it with the kitchen staff, who are actually supposed to earn at minimum what the law requires! WTF
I stopped using doordash and eating out completely because of this. Even going through a drive thru had become a hassle because now they're starting to request tips. Asking for a tip when I'm simply picking up the food I paid for seems like an outrageous concept. Customers are basically paying employees because greedy restaurants want to increase profits. Tipping should be voluntary and I don't appreciate having a screen shoved in my face asking for a tip. Going to continue making home cooked meals and keeping eating out to a minimum.
You'd be surprised on how services like DoorDash really works. It does not surprise me honestly since you are having your food delivered at the front of your door step but having to tip at every coffee shop is absolutely ridiculous. It's sad because tipping used to be about expressing gratitude but it really feels like it's mandatory at almost any place you go to.
TIPS = To Insure Prompt Service. If you do not provide a service beyond taking my order you shouldn't expect a tip. I went to a coffee shop where I had to walk back up to the counter to pick up my drink and again to pick up my food and then was expected to bus my own table. And I was asked to tip when placing my order. I did everything but make the food.
I am burnt out. I stopped tipping. It's too much of a guilt trip these days. They raise the price of the product or service then have high tipping options.. I'm tired
I think a big part of it popping up in places or situations you wouldn't expect to tip, is it's just a built in function of the point of sales system. If someone hands me a screen to process my card, and it asks for a tip in a situation where tipping wouldn't normally be a thing, I have no problem hitting "no tip" just like I would choose no when it comes to donating to some charity that I'm not into at the supermarket register card machine.
I never tip unless I'm actually dining at a sit down restaurant with a server. Anywhere else is just ridiculous and these companies are becoming abusive
It’s gotten OUT OF CONTROL! What I don’t understand is… every shop seems to have a sign that’s says “Sorry, we have had for raise our prices.” But yet, we are still expected to give tips, even MORE THAN ever before! Well, if your prices have gone up, I have less money to spend. This goes both ways!
I was at concert and the merch booth was asking for tips. I’m like yo, all you did was get a t shirt from that pile and walked 5 steps to me. I’m not tipping for that.
Me too. It seems every one has there hand out for doing practically nothing now. It’s out of hand. I personally will not frequent a business anymore with these practices. I would rather eat at home, we do 99percent of the time anyways. The last time we got anything out was recently but had not for over 2 years I was shocked at how much things have gone up in price at restaurants and counter people that are just ringing up take out orders are asking for tips on machine when you pay by debit card or credit of minimum of 15 percent. I don’t tip for takeout. One time I went too self serve frozen yogurt place where you completely serve ur self and when they weigh ur yogurt too get price and ring you up the machine asks for tip . I served myself. Why would you ask for any tip?
Today I went to a bagel shop I ordered 6bagels , the lady swiped my card and turned the screen around, and looked at me, I tip out of frustration, I would like to say I’m never going back but everywhere is the same
The thing is pretty much every counter service establishment is going to implement this, and most already do. Its better to just normalize not tipping at a counter and calling it a day.
You must not understand how restaurants work. Usually small business owners make less than Servers due to tipping. Servers in my area are making $1500-$2000 a week while the cook makes $600-$800. You take away tipping and now servers make less money. You pay them the same as cooks and let them receive “some tips” and now the cooks are upset because servers are making the same as them AND getting tips not to mention you end up earning less than or around the same as your employees and assume all the liability. What’s the incentive to open up a business at that point… don’t want to deal with that? Then You raise your prices and risk a decrease in business, then you file for bankruptcy and you’re out of business.
@Mira Qlinda Bro it’s literally hyper capitalism lol. Business owners minimizing their costs to the utmost extreme in order to maximize profit. Socialism would be if all the profits were divided up amongst the employees lol.
@Jose Perez Then you can't afford to own a restaurant, that's what that sounds like. Shouldn't be our problem. And what's the excuse for these big businesses?
One of the worst places I got pushed for a tip was a bathroom. There was a flea market I went to, there was a person in it cleaning the bathroom, and I noticed there was a sign suggesting a tip so she can be paid to keep the restroom clean. Sometimes if I was feeling generous I would but most times I would get my own soap, turn on my own water and get my own paper towel to dry my hands, so I don’t feel it’s necessary for me to clean up after myself then tip someone else to keep the bathroom clean. I feel bad for that person working there, but then don’t take the job if your salary is tip only. The time I did tip was when the woman handed me soap and turned on my water and had a paper towel ready, and was very pleasant to me, so I tipped. The other worse place is a drive thru, a worker actually tried to keep my change stating it would towards their tip…I didn’t authorize that so I asked for my change, it’s a drive thru!! Tipping is getting ridiculous. Don’t mean to sound like a grinch but it’s crazy how much I do most of the work myself and yet it’s expected for me to pay someone else…too crazy. 🙄
In Asia countries some places do require a small amount of change to use the bathroom. Without a dedicated cleaning lady after each patron you might seeing dirty floor, soiled seats...
I just went to a restaurant in Austin TX. The hideaway. No host. No welcome. Just sit your ass down. Qr code at table. No server. Had to get out own water at the front desk. Food came out. Had to get our own utensils and togo containers. And then the app when you pay, asks for 18% minimum tip. I put a custom tip. And they lucky they got that! Things are getting out of hand
@@kathleengivant-taylor2277 yes, at the counter where we ordered. The Ramen was already $22, so sales tax and mandatory 20% tip, it was close to $30. The only service we got was the staff bringing us the food. Everything else was to serve yourself: utensils, napkins, water. It was good but prob not going back unless compelled
I absolutely never tip for counter service, and am happy to let them see me select no tip if they're going to store me down during the process. There was a coffee shop near me that, during shelter in place, would not let you touch the iPad for sanitary reasons. You'd hand them your card, they'd slide it, turn the pad around and ask which tip option you'd like. I was in disbelief. I said "Uh, the no tip option". Never went back.
If they handled your credit card, why wouldn't they let you touch the iPad? It sounds like they exerted maximum pressure to coerce that tip. As a former waiter, I don't tip for counter service either. I would have done the same thing with a smile on my face and never gone back.
That happened to me too. I don't go to those places anymore. Once they start going that route I simple stop going. I love cracker barrel where you tip at the cashier. Counter service is insane asking for tips. I'm so done.
Cruise lines in the US typically charge a gratuity for the crew that we pay up front. It comes to about $16 a day per person, so $224 for a couple for a 7 night cruise. The drinks package cost always includes an extra 18% for gratuities. Yet even with that, some people tip more, which is fine, but I feel we’ve already paid the tips up front. There seems to be an expectation of tipping on top of the substantial amount of tips we’ve already paid. Unless someone has gone out of their way to help us, I see no reason to tip more. That’s supposed to be the point of prepaid gratuities.
It’s horrible as a customer, to feel pressured. People need to do a good job regardless because that’s what is going to keep people coming back and let them keep their job. With that being said people should tip when they feel like they were served positively and have gratitude. Sometimes you can’t afford to give tip, you can’t afford to give and extra dollar for whatever reason-and you shouldn’t feel bad. Now if the employee isn’t making enough that’s the employers fault not the customers because at the end of the day the owners are making their money.
The problem is these POS services dont allow you to choose what items deserve tipping and what doesnt. For example, there is a difference between service and product
We were a regular 20% tipper at a very popular vietnamese restaurant until one time when my wife was telling the waitress we appreciate her good service and why we always leave a decent tip, she whispered to us and say "no need, the owner keeps all the tips, us workers get nothing, but thank you anyways" so that day we just gave her a $20 bill to put in her pocket. That day on, we tipped $0 there and give directly to who ever is serving us the tips. I really don't know how many other businesses out there that are doing the same thing but now when we go to the smaller name eateries or the ma n pa ones, we always discreetly ask our server if he or she will receive our gratuity. I just don't want all of my tips going to another GREEDY owner!! Oh, and for that Vietnamese restaurant, in a span of only few years they now have 5 locations in our city from the original one we were at regularly.
Yes I once worked in a Thai restaurant where the owner kept all the tips and distributed them based on favoritism. I don't want to work in local businesses anymore. Now working in corporate where I can take actual tips that I make.
Reply to: mkw1040. I am Asian. and yes and shame on many Asian restaurant or business owners that do that to their employees to keep the tips that customers leave on the table or on credit cards. So when dining at Asian restaurants, I normally pay the bill on my credit card and tip cash to the hands of the servers who actually serviced me.
That’s literally wage theft. Employees could sue & would win getting their tips plus a whole lot more. You should report to your local gov. There’s usually a website to report wage theft.
Tipping in USA is getting out of hand! It's one thing for me to tip at a sit down restaurant where a waiter is bringing me everything to my table, but when I buy a coffee at the counter and I stay there to wait for it, it's ridiculous for them to expect me to tip $1/ $2/ $3 for a $4- $5 coffee that I'm grabbing to go!
I ordered two medium pizzas and a soda delivered to my home. The tax, “delivery fee,” and tip cost was more than my entire order. I went from ordering pizza 3-4 times a month to 3-4 times a year. It’s too ridiculous nowadays 😮
Don’t you love that in the disclaimer it will say something like “the delivery fee does not go to the driver. Please tip them for their hard work!” Wtf does the delivery fee go toward? I’m pretty sure you just get charged for the convenience.
@@Orpheus_x Wrong.. The delivery fee goes toward Insurance on the drivers and paying their gas mileage.. Where I work they charge way to much for delivery.. And it shows on our tips now.. Very greedy company.
Exactly! I stopped going to so many places because of the pressure to tip at places that never did before (bakeries, fast food) and just shop for groceries instead; saves money and is healthier!
@@Orpheus_xFree delivery makes every customer pay for fees related to running a delivery company, such as driver insurance. A delivery fee makes it that only those who get delivery pay. Drivers may get a tiny fraction of the fee.
Glad to see this being discussed. It’s getting nuts and all the tip recievers in this piece didn’t get it. It should only be for high class service type roles, not coffee or takeout that’s already inflated.
@@tomshea8382 because there are plenty other service jobs that dont get tipped for literally just doing their job. Idk in my opinion we should eliminate tipping all together like the rest of the world and its just an extra if you actually want to.
@@tomshea8382 It just feels like a way to get more money out of me and makes pricing unclear unless you know a 15% tip is expected. A Thai place I used to go to lost my business because its now too expensive. When I was in High School tipping 10% was ok and 15% was generous. This was at a sit down place. Now everywhere is asking for a tip and its inflating the price and awkward. It would be fine to have "add a tip" on the screen. Tipping is for service, and handing me coffee or 20$ lunch phad thai is not service.
@@sindyliao7188 Servers etc would love to be paid a base wage that's livable, but that's at least 20 dollars an hour, which means that the menu prices increase, since business owners aren't going to part with that much money w/o making it back. So as usual the wrong people are getting blamed for this.
I always click no tip on those grocery store or in person service that no service was actually provided. It’s so weird and I feel guilty, but you don’t need to tip when you buy a sprite in person 😂
I went to a Five Guys restaurant and I tipped out of pressure seeing that for the first time. Those prices are expensive to begin with and the cashier over charged me and I got the wrong order. I do pay attention now and feel like I don't have to tip if someone just made my coffee or rang me up at the register. Like someone mentioned, I don't tip everywhere else unless it's a barber, waiter/waitress, etc.
Tipping is very difficult. As a young adult, a lot of times the people on the other side of the new tipping kiosks are my peers. However, I am also pursuing a professional degree (medicine) that will put me in significant debt for decades and feel guilt many times when selecting no tip, even for services that have not particularly asked for tips. It’s tough, I would love to tip everyone but I financially can’t and the lines are very grey, especially now that everyone is asking for tips.
@or2ak that is definitely not begging. Nobody is physically begging you for a tip. It's highly appreciated to them. I've never been in a tipped position and a tip jar is just a suggestion.
@@HelloWorld-hb7yt yes they are! begging or stealing, call ii whatever makes a karen like you feel virtuous. Neither one is acceptable nor winning over repeat business.
As an American who has been living in Thailand for the past 6 years I can say that tipping is a weird concept. This is coming from an ex-bartender (6 years). I've met many people from all over the world and they all say the same thing. Employers need to pay more.
PSA: it’s obvious those tips aren’t 100% going to the employees unless it’s physical cash. It’s just another sly way for companies to nickel and dime employees for less pay and more $$ for the higher ups.
This happened to me in Starbucks. I don’t like tipping before a service is even done. When I tipped I ended up with bad service and was not satisfied with the coffee that was made but when I didn’t tip and the service turned out more than I expected I felt bad because I should have left a tip for getting more than what I expected. Tipping should be done after the service is done and not before it!
Fully agree! I always thought tipping was about showing appreciation for the service given. A large tip ahead of service doesn't guarantee anything. A tip being expected ahead of time because reasons is just breeding resentment on both sides imo.
At least in the Starbunks app you can tip before *or* after service. You can tip right when you order, or you can tip up to an hour or two afterwards instead. Usually, if they were nice and friendly and the drink was made good I leave them a dollar. It isn't much but it's money that the majority of other "fast food" places aren't even allowed to accept, never mind have a prompt in the app for it. Of course those other places don't charge you like $7 for a fancy coffee either, lol. Some apps, like those food delivery ones [I don't use], pretty sure you can only leave a tip when you order, not after the delivery is completed. That's pretty ridiculous.
THIS. I laughed at first because I didn't know what they meant. How can you tip before anything happens?? I said no and the cashier got cold and wouldn't smile or say anything else to me. Because I didn't give you extra free money beforehand?? Insane.
Never feel bad not tipping for Fast food!! The payment app just defaults tipping to go through. Just press "No tip" to pay, then put some changes in the tipping jar if you want.
Already happening. A grocery store near me has it on their big iPad-y payment terminal screen facing the customer. Fairly expensive store too; I rarely go back.
I have NO problem tipping when I'm at a sit down restaurant and received good service. BUT I especially HATE it when gratuity is already added to the total BUT they still have the nerve to ask for additional gratuity! They'll give you a receipt with the space to leave more tip, without telling you they already charged you for that! Most times they're sneaky about it too, so you have to check the details of your check.
My biggest problem with it is there is now an expectation of a tip BEFORE the service rendered. What if the service is terrible? This happens to me sometimes with doordash - I leave a big tip, but then the driver will deliver another order or even two before mine and by the time my food gets to me its gone cold. It makes me want to leave smaller tips because the tip I do leave doesn't guaruntee good service.
You really should be more frustrated at doordash as opposed to the driver. Tipping less means a driver gets paid less, which is taking out your frustrations at the wrong party
One time I went to a (higher-end) restaurant that had a 10% “kitchen administration fee” in addition to normal tipping. When I got the check the lowest “suggested” option was 18% and I didn’t wanna feel awkward with the server standing right next to me so I chose the 18% option, making the additional fees basically 30%. Never went back again.
The beauty industry is one of the more frustrating ones for tipping. Like, a customer pays $40 for a haircut, and when the person expects a tip for doing a good job they are essentially saying that $40 is the price for a crappy experience. If you are happy with everything, then you pay more... Huh?? I don't tip the guys who paint my house or my mechanic for fixing my car.
I have zero issues tapping ‘No tip’ even with the employee standing right there. I refuse to be pressured into spending even more money to subsidize these workers’ wages just so the business owner doesn’t have to pay them a livable wage. If you did nothing more than pour or grab something, I am not going to tip you for it. Period. I could have-and would have-done it myself if I was allowed to. Actually, there’s a thought-make more things self-service. It’s a win-win. Business owners don’t have to be ‘bothered’ to pay or even have employees. People get to just get what they want and go. Sure, it eliminates jobs, but these jobs don’t need to exist. There are far too many meaningless & unnecessary jobs in this country. That’s what you get when every president is expected to add jobs at all costs. 🙄 Also, TIP IN CASH, people! Do NOT ever tip with card! The worker(s) will never see that money! The employer will pocket it 100% of the time!
Good point. Iam so tired of everywhere u go someone has there hand out for a tip just for pouring a coffee or grabbing something and handing it to you or simply taking ur order and ringing up your sale.I do however tip waiters and waitresses at sit down restaurants that set up ur table, take ur order, bring ur food, check and make sure you are happy with ur order and it’s correct and they offer drink refills, ect. And ofcourse they clean up after you leave. These people earn their tips, also delivery food drivers because of the convenience it offers for me as I don’t have to go pick up my food order. Hotel maids I also tip because they have to deal with so much of peoples nastiest and work very hard for there money. I used to work as a hotel maid for a short time and saw a lot of stuff and anyone that can stick with that job long term my hats are off to you
It's ridiculous I'm not tipping just because you want me to I'll leave before that and you loose all together. Waiters and waitresses absolutely deserve tips if service is good because that's based on PERSONAL SERVICE THAT CAN LAST FOR 30 MINS OR MUCH LONGER. Crumble cookie wants $5 for a single cookie but they ask for a tip NOT HAPPENING. My local sandwich place up the prices so much now people don't even go in there but boy they are focused on tipping. Starbucks used to get little more respect from me just because THEY NEVER ASKED FOR TIPS NOW THEY DO. But yet they've never lowed prices on anything
Imagine when the tipping wage was created. Someone thought that waitresses were getting too much money because they were getting minimum wage but people were helping them with tips so they had to invent a lower minimum wage to make sure waitresses weren't getting too much money. It's depraved.
Tipping stems from after the civil war as a loophole to get around slavery. They would not pay an hourly wage at all to newly freed Black women but having them work for tips was technically legal. I think this is a good point to think about when it was created because it’s really racist and deeply problematic.
I went to a gift store to buy a gift and was asked to tip. I am tired of tipping and despise it. When I worked a low paying job, no one ever tipped me and I didn’t care. I am a generous tipper when I feel like it other wise employers need to start paying their employee and if they like, they increase the cost of their food. I do not care.
Modern tipping is now a way for employers to pass the expense of paying their employees on to the customers. No one wants to deal with a disgruntled barista or furious black delivery guy who was expecting a minimum of a $5 - $10 tip. Simply put the pandemic paid a lot of people more than they were actually earning from their jobs, and after getting a taste of that, people who used to settle for $15 an hour now want $25 and even $35 an hour. These people want to live large and make big bucks serving coffee and delivering food. Even at restaurants where you pick up the food at the counter, they are demanding a 20% or more tip, even if you didn't eat there, and that's B.S., now they want you to pay for both the food and then the service of handing the food to you. These business owners are terrible people because it means they don't have to pay their employees properly and can force the money out the customer who faces this tipping crisis no matter where they go. These days you can't avoid tipping on even takeout so you're screwed from every angle.
Tipping someone because they managed to drive a car safely is hilarious. I think that should be the minimum we can expect from an Uber ride. It’s not an extra service. If they help with bags or put in effort to get you closer to the location, know how to avoid traffic or are helpful and kind in conversations that’s a real reason to tip.
I agree, tips or gratuity is simply based on gratitude and the appreciation of the service you received. I don’t agree on tipping someone at the counter / cashier just giving me something I bought with no special or extra service
They know I appreciated the service because I'm paying them for it, why the hell am I going to pay twice? If I'm riding in your taxi, I'm literally already paying you to take me from A to B. Getting me there safely is literally your job. Same with cooking me food, I am literally paying for you to cook my meal, not fucking up my order is literally your ONE job
Exactly. 100% agree. Tipping is for a “service” someone ringing you up for an item is not giving you a service, that is part of the companies way of selling you something and competing the transaction 😂
I was at a concert bought a way overpriced beer the screen ask me to tip all the beer guy did was reach in a cooler and hand me a 15 dollar beer yeah right I'll be dammed
@@_lifewithlexi_ tipping for food delivery is total bs. I pay for my food, I pay a fee to have it delivered, then I pay a percentage of my order to the driver. Why the hell do I have to pay a delivery fee if I'm also paying the driver? I've stopped getting food delivered now because I can't justify paying 50% more. I'll either pickup if I can or cook myself. Or go hungry.
@@D1008Wpeople can clearly afford to go out 😂tipping is always optional. I’m not tipping someone just for doing their job. I’ll go out & get coffee 3-4 days a week & click $0 every time.
if all service jobs paid minimum wage there would be no one working them except somebody in high school that will mess up your order all the time. and then they would be short staffed at that
Stop tipping! We need the restaurant’s to 💰 more and stop sending the problem to us the consumers! The restaurants are making so much money! How come cashiers from Walmart or Home Depot don’t get tips? The food industry is so smart and they established this “tradition”
@@angeldreamzzz9692 the system should be changed though. If you tip servers and bartenders, you should tip 7-11 employees and target cashiers. They're all doing their job and giving you a service.
Corporations aren’t the same as small businesses. You must not understand how restaurants work. Usually small business owners make less than Servers due to tipping. Servers in my area are making $1500-$2000 a week while the cook makes $600-$800. You take away tipping and now servers make less money. You pay them the same as cooks and let them receive “some tips” and now the cooks are upset because servers are making the same as them AND getting tips not to mention you end up earning less than or around the same as your employees and assume all the liability. What’s the incentive to open up a business at that point… don’t want to deal with that? Then You raise your prices and risk a decrease in business, then you file for bankruptcy and you’re out of business.
@@johnp82 you can’t be serious hahaha. we are obviously a different country and have a different economy than countries in Europe. Eating out in Europe is a luxury, it might not seem that way to you when you go and visit for a week or two but things are almost double what they are here in America, tips are included in their menu prices, one way or another you’ll end up paying for the increase in wages. To put into perspective, right now 2 people go out to eat at a breakfast restaurant and end up spending $60, you change the laws in tipping and that 60 turns into $120 for a couple of omelettes and some pancakes. Will you keep on going to eat at that restaurant? Probably not, Americans are already use to our system and prices when going out to eat. This will inevitably cause a lot of restaurants to close down.
I tip at restaurants, food delivery and for services like transportation (taxis, Uber etc.) and hotels (maids and porters). All these others now really annoy me. I don’t tip for carry out unless it’s a small business.
I’m an Uber/Lyft driver and I do not expect a tip. I’m already getting paid from the platform for driving these passengers. If they tip, I am very grateful even if it’s a dollar or 50 cents . I’m just blessed to be able to work .
Yes, tipping is getting out of hand. I started buying hot food at Wholefoods instead of take out from restaurants. If I go to the occasional Starbucks, I use the app instead of ordering at the counter for no awkward tipping pressure at the register line. Also, I might go to the very occasional fast food places that don’t require tipping: McD’s, Bking, etc.. Some restaurants are starting to get sneaky too, which is a shame. I know of elderly people (friends of relatives) who had 18% tacked on the bill automatically and the waiter said nothing. Elderly customer then added a tip to that bill total, essentially paying 18% tip plus an additional 20% tip.
@@casadactyl21 Or how about a customer only gets billed for what they consumed instead of having to thoroughly inspect their receipt to confirm they aren’t being subjected to predatory business practices?
@@noneya1238 Whole Foods = $7-$10 depending on how much I put on my plate. Restaurant takeout = $16 - $20 w/ tip. Sometimes, Wholefoods has soups on sale, e.g. now it’s Mushroom Barley for $5.39 for the 24. Oz container. Add crackers, or a roll of bread for less than a dollar and it’s a meal. Bonus: no tipping. Btw, McDonald’s is now $7.48 for one double cheeseburger + large fries. It’s about the price of Wholefoods and way less healthier.
I never feel obligated to tip. I control my money. I will only tip after the service is done. If the service is bad, the server gets no tip. If the service is good, I will leave a tip and if the service is extremely great, I will leave a generous tip.
I’m glad the origin and history of tipping was included as it was not started as a class status or appreciation of the service of the waitstaff. With that being said, tipping after you’ve taken my to go order for food or coffee makes absolutely no sense - but for a full service such as sit down meals and salon service, absolutely. I tip well for those services.
This small pizza shop did the tipping screen. I felt so turned off and it makes u feel obligated that the pizza didn’t seem delicious anymore. I never went back. I go to costco for a quick slice or I make my own and when I want a pie, I buy a organic and vegan frozen at the supermarket
The key takeaway is this: Companies are using social pressure. They're intentionally putting you in situations where they know you'll feel uncomfortable going against the grain. They're hoping you'll succumb to the pressure, feel bad, etc. They're hoping you'll say to yourself, "Oh well, it's only a dollar" without doing the mental math to realize the actual percentage. They use specific wording to make you feel like you're a terrible human being if you decline. All of this is intentional. We always think the bosses are greedy but the workers are our friends. But no, that's no longer the case. The frontline worker has now been trained to extract as much money from you as possible. So what should you do? Stand your ground and decline leaving a tip (in instances where a tip truly isn't justified or deserved). The first time is hard but it gets easier. Don't try to resist the feelings of discomfort or social pressure. Let those feelings flow through your body as you're pressing "No Tip" or entering 0 for "Custom Amount". Those feelings will quickly subside.
The cafeteria at my daughter's high school is encouraging the kids to tip the staff; by card or cash. I feel like corporations are trying to groom our kids into thinking that everyone who asks or suggests should be tipped. I called the high school and asked that this practice we halted immediately. I have tipping fatigue. It seems like you can't expect anyone to do their job anymore without further compensation. Also! Food prices have increased which means restaurant prices have increased; so moving from 15% to 20% is now double-dipping! AND watch Uber and other delivery services; they will calculate you tip based on delivery fees and taxes; not just the cost of your food...Again, another double dip. I am exhausted of everyone having their hand out!
That is absolutely RIDICULOUS! Imagine the kids that can barely pay their school bill… this is insane and I’m glad you called the school. We must fight this!
It feels extremely unethical to me to pressure insecure highschoolers into paying additional money. Don’t they know how many kids can’t even afford lunch?? High school sucks and there is so much peer pressure. Kids should get to eat without being charged bs fees. Good on you for raising a stink about it!!
I remember when I was pregnant with my twins, money was really tight, but one thing I decided to spend the extra money on was a monthly waxing, because, well, tbh I could no longer do it myself. Lol. So I went into the salon for the first time & the lady at the counter confirmed my appointment, what I wanted, & told me my total as she asked me how I wanted to pay, cash or card. She then proceeded to loudly shame me in the middle of a waiting room full of people within earshot because I only selected to pay a $5 tip. Adding that "all of our clients leave a much larger tip." And this was when I first walked in, BEFORE even getting the wax. I was so embarrassed (& hormonal) I got in the car & cried.
AWFUL! You really need to stand your ground nowadays. Have a response prepared that makes you look like the more mature one. Kindly remind them that tipping is an option and that you don't have to. Maybe offer them a cash tip at the end if the service is good. You don't have to take their abuse
Have you returned to that business? I would have not returned or preferred to walk in when that rude lady was not there. After that if all of staff were the same. I would take my business elsewhere.
Reply to: KaylaLeefer 1340 What??? To do this to anybody is rude but to a mommy carrying 2 babies? Oh I wish I was there to straigten out this bitch who treated you this bad in your maternal condition. Horrible!
If Ihad been another customer there while she was attempting to shame you, I would have just as loudly protested her behavior in your defense. I would also expect that whichever employee was providing my service would also quiet down the other employee in your defense and could see myself walking out if not. That is so manipulative and abusive. What a shame that happened to you.
I love to show my appreciation for good service by tipping my server well. I absolutely despise the obligation I feel to tip someone doing the bare minimum of ringing me up at a cash register, especially when I don’t know how that tip is being distributed.
Hell no, why should I pay you to do your job? If anyone should be tipped, let us service members be the first. I am not paying for employer utilities, and their staff health insurance. The United States has horrible customer service, and not deserving of my hard earned money. I prefer to tip in the EU, even though it is not allowed, due to the exceptional service and genuine respect. I have learned to live within my budget, and if you are unable to make a living without tips, look for a job that offers a larger salary.
My rule is: If I sit down, and someone waits on me, I tip. If I just get something and leave, I don’t. I had an awkward situation at MIA airport, a coffee “barista” got mad at me because I did not tip her for an already overpriced coffee I just got there.
My rule of thumb for tipping is: - If the IRS charges 15% tax, my tip level starts at 15% as it is considered part of the salary. More if the server went above and beyond, and less if the service was substandard... all the way down to zero. That usually means restaurant waiters. - If there is no tax, then no tip unless they were extraordinary. What is needed is a clear rule on who has to pay an "assumed tip" tax. It is also necessary to exclude tips from calculations of minimum wage
Simple, pay a living wage, include all taxes and fees in the price displayed like in Europe and Asia =No Stickershock👍. Besides tipping is rooted from the days of slavery & POS terminals tip% are calculated on your after tax bill (instead of pre-tax which is just wrong so your actually tipping even more ) 💳💵💵🇨🇦🇺🇸🌎
I tip and I tip well because I know employees aren't paid enough to survive and it pains me. And I know the system sucks, I hate it, but I can't punish the worker to make a statement.
I get the kids Papa Murphy during the school week. It is a take and bake pizza shop, meaning that they put the pizza together but you take it home and cook it yourself. I put “no tip” most of the time because why would I tip for someone just doing their job and not doing anything extra? Plus, I have never understood why that pops up on the payment screen when I am paying BEFORE they ever even a lift a finger on my order. It’s crazy. It would be better to put a tip jar at the pick up end of the counter and if you made my pizza super quick or were pleasant to be around then I would have the option of dropping in a couple of bucks. It like people want extra without doing extra. At full service restaurants, I generally tip 20% but those servers don’t make a full hourly wage and need the tips for an actual paycheck. They are also working for it by being prompt, friendly and making sure the table has bread, refills, etc. I have worked in restaurants before and I still think all of this other tipping nonsense is way too extra.
As an asian American I feel like tipping has a drawback when your waiter’s already judged you based on your ethnicity and gives you much of less pleasant experience when dining. I feel they should be paid more by the restaurant owner not relying from tips.
They get that order together for you and make sure its right! I go to same places for lunch in my town and tip the people who answer the phone. This, in turn, motivates them to treat me like gold! I get my food on time and the order is always correct! They know me by name and I get vip treatment. Just for giving an extra dollar. Its worth it to me.
@marleeamato4944 In grocery stores, they make and package fresh food in their deli department. Tipping is not required. If I'm picking food up, why should I be obligated to tip?
@@marianna1513 not obligated in grocery store 🤭. I’m talking about the people who take a little extra effort to make my day go smoother. They know I have a short lunch break and get my order quickly and efficiently
@@marianna1513 If you're ordering to-go from a restaurant, usually a server or bartender is the one who has to take your order, watch for it to be ready, bag it all up, make sure it's correct, include sauces and silverware, and ring you up for it. Keep in mind, they are taking time away from their dine-in customers to do this for you. Just because you don't sit at a table in the restaurant doesn't mean you aren't getting the service.
I saw it creeping in everywhere and it really just helped me stop going to those places even more. Not that I don't want to tip, but it's like why am I tipping you for what you were going to do anyway, unlike sit-down service? Like, I'm not being served in any way or getting any enhanced level of service. IJS
Tipping is everywhere now, Uber, bar, hair salon, coffee shop, local sandwhich shop, food trucks . SMH. What’s funny is that those who are expecting tips are the ones against tipping at the other ventures especially waiters
Agree. I think that’s the best thing you can do is to just stop going. Don’t be the person who doesn’t tip, but don’t be a part of the problem either. Just find a place to dine where you feel comfortable.
@@TastemyAtrocity You speak some serious wisdom here. I mean I get it, wages aren’t where they should be, and I’m respectful that everyone has to work…no matter where. But I can’t tip when it simply isn’t justified for me. That’s all.
THERE’S NO CONFUSION: No Tipping for take out or counter service. For table service, 10% for below average service, 15% for decent service, 17% for excellent service and 20% for above and beyond service.
When i lived in Korea, it was fantastic not having to tip. Eating out was super affordable. And when you wanted to pay, you just went up to the front of the restaraunt and paid on your way out- not waiting forever trying to track down your server or having your card taken away
Tipping can be confusing nowadays for a number of reasons. One of the main reasons is that different establishments have different policies when it comes to tipping, which can lead to confusion and uncertainty for customers. For example, some restaurants automatically include a service charge in the bill, while others leave it up to the customer to decide how much to tip. Additionally, the rise of mobile payment systems and delivery services has created new tipping scenarios that people may not be familiar with. Another reason tipping can be confusing is that the amount and type of tip may vary based on the industry, location, and even cultural norms. For instance, in the United States, it is customary to tip waitstaff at restaurants, but it may not be expected in other countries. Furthermore, the percentage of the bill that is considered an appropriate tip can vary, and some people may not know how to calculate it. Moreover, the COVID-19 pandemic has further complicated tipping practices, with some people wondering if they should be tipping more or less due to the challenging economic circumstances facing many service workers. All of these factors can contribute to confusion around tipping, but customers can always ask their server, delivery driver, or the establishment for guidance on the appropriate way to tip.
You know you don’t have to tip. It’s all up to you. I get tips but I don’t beg or ask. I just give good customer service and they give me. If they don’t no big deal.
Tipping has gone way too far, going for pasta at lunch and the screen of the POS pops out 25% and up. The server did nothing much except take the order, went to chat with the other wait staffs, come back with our food, go back for more chatting, and gave us the bill, which we have to wait until she looked over and noticed I have my hand up. This gets to the more they’re asking the less I want to pay.
I went to Menchies earlier. It is a self serve yogurt shop and the girl cashing me out asked for tip. What am I tipping for? I self served myself everyday. Ridiculous.
I know what you mean. There's a Yogurtland franchise near my CA house where the lady that owns it is the only employee working in there every time I go there and she always shows me the tip screen when I pay for the yogurt that I prepared myself. I just don't really go there anymore, very over-priced yogurts anywayz.
I think the American tipping concept is a way for bosses to underpay their employees. In Europe it’s common to pay when the server is doing a good job, not as a formality. Pay your employees and ask for a smaller tip. It shouldn’t be a system based on tips or no tips at all. You can still make extra money during festivals/holidays. Don’t put the responsibility at the consumers, just pay if you want to run a business.
As an American living in Germany you’re spot on and my wife (she’s German) has told me numerous times not to tip the workers because they all make 9 euros an hour with or without tips
There are several things in the US that fall into the category of what I call "collective illusions". If you ask, most Americans will say mandatory gratuity makes no sense but it is allowed to continue because we want to pretend our meals are somehow cheaper even though it isn't when you account for the mandatory gratuity. It would be much more rational to just pay a price that reflects the true cost to produce the meal and that must include some basic standard of living for the employees
@@cesarhernandez769huh. You should still tip if you want to. It’s just classy and not tacky.
@@crypticnomadI agree
@@Fellyfell in the States yeah but in Germany (where I now live) nah
"If the driver got you home safely, that is worth tipping."
The definition of "I did the bare minimum, now I want a bonus."
My thoughts too. Like, what else is the driver supposed to do? Steer the car over a bridge??
I do tip Uber drivers if it's very late at night, or if I was drunk and possibly being annoying, haha.
He's driving HIMSELF TOO, so it behooves him to get US to the destination safely.
That’s like saying, “I takes care of my children.” You’re suppose to take of care do your children
Exactly that should be a given
"Well, we only got into one accident so I'm only tipping 10% for poor service."
I absolutely hate it when I have to tip before I receive my food, i.e. takeout/coffeeshops not sit down restaurants. My tip should be a reflection of their service, rather than their service reflecting my tip. It’s also infuriating because in those tip first establishments you are generally not waited on. The only service they provide is the preparation and calling out my name. That should be covered by the high price I’m already paying for the food/drink.
I don’t want to be bullied into tipping. It just doesn’t feel right.
You're cheap. That's the real underlying issue here
Agreed. Unless someone has gone above and beyond when in ordering, I'm not tipping for service that I haven't received yet.
@@joebillage3578 Sound like what an average fast food employee would say after not getting a tip lol
@@joebillage3578 What's wrong with been frugal? He is probably doing well with money, I am the same way and believe me I saved a lot of money by cutting off stupidity like $7 cafe lates or $5 small cup of Folgers coffee at Starbucks and other coffee shops.
I never tip for something like that. Don't be a sucker, loll.
I used to be a great tipper. I took joy in tipping high. Once I was getting asked for tips everywhere, including gas stations, take out etc, I quit and I don’t feel bad at all! I felt harassed everywhere I went. I now only tip at a sit down restaurant. I’m free!!
What gas station asked for a tip? I haven't seen that yet.
@@TheBOG3if you live in a state that doesn't allow you to pump your own gas, then they ask for tips. I never tip at gas stations because I can pump my own gas; why take away my option to do so, THEN ask me to tip.
Chevron actually more as well. . But now that I think about it they ask for donations not tips along with the grocery stores.
I hope you still tip Uber or food delivery people 😊
I know what you mean. Now if you're in doubt, just tip. I just bought a new used tire. Cost $70 to install it. and I tip the man $10, just in case.
They would not need tips if the company they work for pays a decent wage.
It's their problem if they don't want to work in other areas or field.
Did you not watch? The servers don't want a regular wage
If the company isn’t doing well increasing wages will close the company.
@@___Anakin.Skywalker most easy and many job openings are in the retail and service jobs. Literally can walk in and get hired type of jobs and you see the signs everywhere. Other fields it would take couple of weeks or few months to fill that specific role. Plus the competition for the other fields will be more competitive in the future when automation and more people get into those other fields. Leaving a huge void for availability for retail and service jobs. Many seniors prefer human over automated service, which is another thing to factor in too.
@@Sharyk808 If a company can not pay a living wage they should not be in business.
Things have gotten even worse recently. I've been asked to tip $1/$2/$3 for a cup of boba or coffee ($3 is literally 60%!!) during pandemic, and just recently I got one cafe asking for similar amounts WITH NO "NO TIPS" OPTION, I had to literally hit "custom amount" and type "0" and then hit enter. Folks, stand on your ground, and don't tip at these places!
I encountered the same exact thing. Good to know there’s proactive people out there
i'd just not go there anymore lol
I ordered Chinese food from a small Chinese restaurant within 1 mile away from my house and Paid delivery fee (free delivery before COVID). I did the same, had to select "custom amount" and type "0" tip. But the driver demanded tip because he said he used his car and gas. I told him that I paid delivery fee and tip is optional, period. He looked at me and my car with violence in his eyes.
Or don’t buy expensive drinks if you can’t afford to tip??
@@crystalcalendars142 It's true they shouldn't charge a delivery fee.
in Japan , I left a tip after my meal . And then the waiter chased after me and return my money. He said “we don’t accept tips here” lol
Maybe it's one of the reason Asian eat out/dine in a lot in daily basis.
@@sekar9901 Depends on where, but in some places, like East Asia, there's a heavy overworking culture so not many people have time to make food at home so many dine out or eat from convenience stores.
it’s just their culture, they expect to put out their best hospitality no matter what. it’s not about the money. Not all Asian countries the same though, pretty much just Japan
Because tipping is rude there
Ohhh man tips in Japan like an insult lucky u didnt get punched 😂😂
I tip at sit down restaurants. Where there is service from a waiter/waitress. Periodt. I don't tip at Starbucks.
Watch your microagressions
beware the overly sensitive... oops too late.
Agreed. Just to do your job I’m not tipping. To actually go above and beyond or to wait on me, I definitely tip. I was a bartender for years and will be the first person to say tipping is out of control in the US
I hope your baristas take their sweet ass time then.
periodt!!!! lol
Love how the owner of a business is essentially saying, "Some of my patrons might pay more of my overhead costs on top of what they're already paying for my product and make me more profit because I am not legally obligated to pay my employees a living wage." We are the only country that has been duped into paying 20% of the restaurant owner's employees' wages, and now it's for almost everything. Employers should pay their employees a living wage! A tip for excellent service is one thing. It's gone way past that now.
We're paying 95% of the employees wages, not 20%. Their paychecks are like $22.
Its all relative. Take away tips and raise their hourly, itll be reflected in the food prices. Already see this in fast food prices where minimum wage was increased. Tricky problem to solve here, people deserve to make a fair living but people also deserve a fair price…
@@bfresh5572 I’d much rather have that. I used to live in Europe and it was really nice knowing the ACTUAL cost you were paying for things. In France, even sales tax is built into the price of the item, so it’s not higher at the cash register.
Not a crazy concept to display the actual cost you are charging people. And being aware of the cost ahead of time, helps you budget and be better with your money (which American businesses do not want consumers to do).
@@bfresh5572 this is true
@@aurelie8220 I would like this better also
Recently purchased some chocolate bars from a candy/gift shop and was prompted to tip up to 15%-50% at the pay screen. It was like being asked to tip at the grocery or drug store.
That’s ridiculous.
I said I don't tip. Ef that then I was made to felt ashamed but I said, "it's ok. I have no shame." I said to them. 👋
thats criminal.
I liked your comment. Please tip.
The tipping apps for self service places start too high and sometimes sneak a big tip in there so check your CC receipts. My carry-out pizza place starts at 5%. I enjoy hitting 5 or 10% because they smile and treat people like celebrities. If you aint happy then go somewhere else.
It’s also frustrating when restaurants include tip automatically without telling you, and then ask for tip on top of it.
Then try to sneak in a service fee on top of the tip
Most restaurants only do that for parties of six or more.
@@livingreflection5 its not a law, its up to the owner. Ive been to places that charges it regardless of the # of people.
Yes! Just the other day I went to a restaurant after work with 4 of my friends and the tip was already included in the bill none of us noticed it and we added another 20% tip we only notice the bill when they brought it back to the table. We felt cheated, and none of us is going back to that restaurant again.
8:25 she said gratuity has the word gratitude in it FALSE -- gratuity - From Middle French gratuité (from Old French gratuite) or directly from Medieval Latin gratuitas (“a free gift”), from Latin gratuitus (“freely given, free”)
Tipping culture in the US alone is super scary and stressful lol. They are the only one who do this ridiculous stuff while the rest of the world don’t deal with this nonsense. Tipping is to show gratitude if you feel like it, not because it’s mandatory. I don’t need to tip on fastfood or coffeeshops. I only do on restaurant’s who does personal service to wait on our tables.
I live in Europe. We don't have to tip. It's so much easier. So when lunch costs 15 Euros, you pay 15 Euros. No taxes and tips added at the Cash Register.
Look at your dwindling population. Netherlands and Denmark have negative population growth. So has japan. US is 270million.
I envy you! It is a confusing practice here in the US for the past few years. For example, there are customers who don't tip if the owner of the restaurant serves them, but will when an employee serves them. However, now I am being asked to tip someone who makes my coffee and who gets paid minimum wage.
@@tigerwoodcutter Talk about missing the point:)
Same here in Philippines it is only voluntary.
@@tigerwoodcutter And what does this have to do with tipping?
It's a shame that tipping has became such a hassle. Customers should tip when they feel like the service provided is good and tip out of goodwill. It really shouldn't be an obligation.
Agreed.
It becomes an obligation when the cashier is staring right into your eyes as he flips the screen to you for a takeout !!
I still thought of the time when I tipped a hairstylist for saying my hair was difficult to cut ✂️👨🔬
Why not just pay employees
Do you tip when you go grocery shopping or buy a car do you tip truck drivers for bringing chips to the gas station
Exactly. And I used to serve and still think this is b.s. Really, the owners should be paying a living wage and tipping should be extra. The server’s wage should not be based on extra money from the customers.
I went through Pete's coffee drive through the other day and the worker shoved the paying device out the little window and into my car window to show the tip screen, this literally boiled my blood
Lol, what did the worker do when you pressed "no tip"
I hope you didn’t pay
It "literally boiled" your blood?
Why add the word "literally" if what you mean is the opposite of "literally"?
That is infuriating!!!!!!
Tipping culture has gotten so bad in America these days that I simply stopped going to any takeaway business that prompts me for a tip, such as Five Guys and Tropical Smoothie Cafe. It certainly helps to reduce the decision fatigue associated with myriad restaurant options. These days I'm partial to Firehouse Subs and Wendy's which never prompt customers for a tip. Should I ever get prompted there in the future, I'll take them off the list and move on to the next. Capitalism in action.
@Stranded NYer who knows how the company even hands out the tips. maybe most just goes to the owners
Same, i stopped visiting places that require tip just for them to hand you stuff at the counter.
At McDonald's, I placed a tip jar out front. I was written up for doing so but I did make $40 in about 2 hours... I'm now looking for a job as a waitor
@@brokeduece1691 yeah or as a bartender, they make gucci money
Side note, a typical smoothie from tropical smoothie cafe has over 100 grams of sugar in it. I was floored.
Man I don’t understand why I have to pay for something then pay someone to hand it to me
You don’t. Stop tipping. Stop incentivizing workers and companies to scam you.
@@OmnihiloA lot of people will jump down your throat for this comment, but as someone who worked in a tipped industry for more than a decade, tipping is broken. Now that people feel obligated to tip even before they've received service is a sure sign that the system is broken.
Somehow the employer has made us feel responsible for paying their employees. It's nonsensical.
I totally agree with you. That's why I never tip cashiers. I only tip when there's a targeted service given like a restaurant server, otherwise i never do. I don't feel the need to tip just because. The more people do it, the more establishments abuse the system.
Uh because that person had to make sure your order was correct, was prepared the right way, rushed to pack it, made sure to give you everything you need, etc. don’t be an idiot. Things don’t just materialize out of nowhere.
@@funkrobot9762 That's not a part of the job they get paid to do? Your mechanic has to diagnose what's wrong, take apart the surrounding parts to get to the problem, fix the problem put everything back together, ensure they fixed the problem and didn't cause new problems, and do it with a smile. Do we tip them too?
Plus, isn't part of making sure my order is correct making sure it was prepare correct, and isn't that simply managing the kitchen which has nothing to do with the customer?
The restaurant owner saying, "yes, the server will make less without tips." is literally saying, I won't pay them more than the $2.15/hr I do. Restaurant owners are actually evil. We need to force their hands and stop tipping.
restaurant owner be like "i love not having to pay my own employees"
Servers make a lot of money because of tips, restaurant owners do not make a lot of money after expenses
@@willnill7946 you sound dumb😂😂😂 if the restaurant owner isn’t making a lot, that means the servers are making basically nothing because the restaurant isn’t doing well. If the restaurant owner is wealthy (typically) than the servers are probably doing okay. I worked in a restaurant. Usually made ≈ $100 a night. The managers got paid $14 an hour and the hosts and bar got paid $7.25. The restaurant owner is a millionaire. Drives a g wagon and wears gucci shirts to sit in his office. bffr.
@@willnill7946 whose fault is that? They should face their government
@@willnill7946 it's still their job to pay their employees. It's insanity having patrons pay for their labor cost.
I hate when I order a pick up delivery from a restaurant and they ask for a tip. If I sat down and ate there, I would tip. If the food was delivered to me, I would tip the driver. But if all I'm doing is driving over myself to pick up food, and I wasn't waited on, I'm not tipping. And I sure as hell ain't tipping at Starbucks or McDonald's.
Where do you live? That’s never happened to me.
Lol screw you too, my dude. Signed, someone whose food service labor you clearly don’t value.
What about bars?
@@jannekedebrie598 what do you usually do at bars?
Just went to a Starbucks drive thru and was shocked when the cashier shoved a screen in my face asking for a tip. The fucking gall of these companies. They just lost a customer lmao.
I used to be a waitress, so you know I believe in the tipping system. When I’m out to eat, get my car washed, on vacation etc., I always tip well especially when the service is good. However, I don’t know why I am expected to tip when someone is simply just taking my order?
I wonder how would you tip if the service is not up to standard or bad?
@@youling1997 You don't lol
@@ticktockbam I see.
@@ticktockbam you do tip if you are a decent person, just less than 20% if the service is bad
l don't know either lol
I purchased a $5 cupcake at a pick up counter with no sitting at the airport and was faced with the screen showcasing the following tip options: $1, $3, $5. There was NO no tip option. When I pressed “Other amount” the clerk said “No tip? Ok you press X to cancel.”
Gosh, that's awkward.
They are getting more sneaky by the day!
That was a good one, damn u strong for not tipping, they would get me
Land of the free right? 😂 freedom not to choose tip
Jesus! I'm going to start carrying cash now
Tipping in America is ridiculous! ABOLISH TIP !!!
Exactly 💯
As an American, I agree 👍. I'm over it. Pay your employees a fair wage and abolish tipping.
@cbra66 we might as well tip the mechanic when they fix your car...tip the mailman for bringing your mail...tip the trashman for taking your trash...tip the cashier at the grocery store for checking out your grocery. The list goes on and on but you get it.
You do that, you will see restrants vanish and bars. Cause no one is gonna want to work at one.
@@AllenHanPR Abolish tipping, fix the minimum wage. If restaurants/bars vanish then so be it. I don't go to them anyway. Ever hear how some things are worth going through the fire for it? People can go without their starbucks orders, pizzas, etc.
Infact, it'd help people to learn how to cook at home and do more stuff.
I think the problem is that it's gotten too expensive to tip. I remember leaving a $5-$10 tip on a nice sit down restaurant was considered a generous tip and I didn't mind paying that at all but now with the inflated prices of everything and the establishments forcing percentage tipping of more than 15% its way too much. Then they ask you for tips at places they didn't used to before and it just becomes a hassle.
Very true. A meal for my husband and I is typically $25-30. Servers act insulted if you give $7 , like what do you want a tip the cost of the meal? Not gonna happen
@@brianal7143 $7 for a $30 meal is already over a 20% tip
Tipping at a non-full service restaurant is debatable. Tipping at a sit down restaurant though? If you can’t afford the 20% tip, don’t eat out. You can’t afford it.
@@BlownMacTruck except I've been to several restaurants where the tipping options change depending on what's convenient to them. If my meal was $20 then 20% is $4 yet when it's time to pay, the lowest amount you're presented with is like $10. When your bill is high they want to do percentage, when it's low they switch it up to face value and it's high. At that point I almost want to give zero tip just for trying to get slick with me.
@@Cornelius87 Then put it in manually. Not that hard. Few places won’t allow you to do a manual tip, and if they don’t, it’s by far the exception.
I recently went to lunch at Potbellys. 4 people waited on me as I moved down the line. Not one person even managed a smile. The manager rang up my order and asked me if I wanted to leave a tip. I did because I felt internal pressure. My order was wrong. Never again will I tip when I don’t feel like I was treated with basic manners.
service industry work is hard and degrading, have some empathy for how hard it is on workers social batteries day in and day out
If you wanted a smile you needed to request one, bc that would have been an extra 5%🤭
This is normal in service industry in 2023. Zero smiles and zero joy. The customer is always wrong and going to pay 😆
Oh that's not being waited on, people behind counters are paid by the company to serve people otherwise people don't come! I really hate the person who started putting glass jars by the cashier of fast food restaurants, coffee shops, bakeries, and other not sit down places! The only underpaid people in the food industry are the waiters and waitresses, and by law the tips they earn are theirs but some bosses make them pool their tips together and share it with the kitchen staff, who are actually supposed to earn at minimum what the law requires! WTF
You sound very entitled! If you knew the level of stress and work we deal with! Maybe you would understand more!
I stopped using doordash and eating out completely because of this. Even going through a drive thru had become a hassle because now they're starting to request tips. Asking for a tip when I'm simply picking up the food I paid for seems like an outrageous concept. Customers are basically paying employees because greedy restaurants want to increase profits. Tipping should be voluntary and I don't appreciate having a screen shoved in my face asking for a tip. Going to continue making home cooked meals and keeping eating out to a minimum.
Honestly this is healthier for you anyway
It's all being done cause they think people are suckers. They think being caring and nice is something to now take advantage of.
@@Optim40 they gotta get their profits I guess
I'm cooking at home too lol. I'm not going to be suckered into this. Just wait for driverless cars
You'd be surprised on how services like DoorDash really works. It does not surprise me honestly since you are having your food delivered at the front of your door step but having to tip at every coffee shop is absolutely ridiculous. It's sad because tipping used to be about expressing gratitude but it really feels like it's mandatory at almost any place you go to.
When customers are *forced* to tip, it’s time to start turning the attention onto the only people that can solve this issue: *THEIR EMPLOYERS*
TIPS = To Insure Prompt Service. If you do not provide a service beyond taking my order you shouldn't expect a tip. I went to a coffee shop where I had to walk back up to the counter to pick up my drink and again to pick up my food and then was expected to bus my own table. And I was asked to tip when placing my order. I did everything but make the food.
Exactly ! Why tip when you did all the work 😊
Lmaoo wow
💯
Actually, by your definition it would be TEPS. To Ensure Prompt Service.......
@@meghanm.449 It took me until age 50 to get that one right when a supervisor corrected me.
I am burnt out. I stopped tipping. It's too much of a guilt trip these days. They raise the price of the product or service then have high tipping options.. I'm tired
I think a big part of it popping up in places or situations you wouldn't expect to tip, is it's just a built in function of the point of sales system. If someone hands me a screen to process my card, and it asks for a tip in a situation where tipping wouldn't normally be a thing, I have no problem hitting "no tip" just like I would choose no when it comes to donating to some charity that I'm not into at the supermarket register card machine.
Same here. I treat it like a tip jar on the counter. You can through in your change if you want to.
I never tip unless I'm actually dining at a sit down restaurant with a server. Anywhere else is just ridiculous and these companies are becoming abusive
It’s gotten OUT OF CONTROL! What I don’t understand is… every shop seems to have a sign that’s says “Sorry, we have had for raise our prices.” But yet, we are still expected to give tips, even MORE THAN ever before! Well, if your prices have gone up, I have less money to spend. This goes both ways!
I was at concert and the merch booth was asking for tips.
I’m like yo, all you did was get a t shirt from that pile and walked 5 steps to me. I’m not tipping for that.
I resent this manipulative practice and try and avoid establishments which implement this policy.
Me too. It seems every one has there hand out for doing practically nothing now. It’s out of hand. I personally will not frequent a business anymore with these practices. I would rather eat at home, we do 99percent of the time anyways. The last time we got anything out was recently but had not for over 2 years I was shocked at how much things have gone up in price at restaurants and counter people that are just ringing up take out orders are asking for tips on machine when you pay by debit card or credit of minimum of 15 percent. I don’t tip for takeout. One time I went too self serve frozen yogurt place where you completely serve ur self and when they weigh ur yogurt too get price and ring you up the machine asks for tip . I served myself. Why would you ask for any tip?
Today I went to a bagel shop I ordered 6bagels , the lady swiped my card and turned the screen around, and looked at me, I tip out of frustration, I would like to say I’m never going back but everywhere is the same
The thing is pretty much every counter service establishment is going to implement this, and most already do. Its better to just normalize not tipping at a counter and calling it a day.
It seems to be happening everywhere, even at bakeries.
These restaurant owners do not want to pay their employees so we all end up paying for them! So so wrong!
You must not understand how restaurants work. Usually small business owners make less than Servers due to tipping. Servers in my area are making $1500-$2000 a week while the cook makes $600-$800. You take away tipping and now servers make less money. You pay them the same as cooks and let them receive “some tips” and now the cooks are upset because servers are making the same as them AND getting tips not to mention you end up earning less than or around the same as your employees and assume all the liability. What’s the incentive to open up a business at that point… don’t want to deal with that? Then You raise your prices and risk a decrease in business, then you file for bankruptcy and you’re out of business.
@Mira Qlinda Bro it’s literally hyper capitalism lol. Business owners minimizing their costs to the utmost extreme in order to maximize profit. Socialism would be if all the profits were divided up amongst the employees lol.
If restaurant owners paid their employees a higher wage, the cost would just be passed down to the customers. One way or another, we'll pay.
@Mira Qlinda That's actually capitalism you birdbrain, you must be republican.
@Jose Perez Then you can't afford to own a restaurant, that's what that sounds like. Shouldn't be our problem. And what's the excuse for these big businesses?
One of the worst places I got pushed for a tip was a bathroom. There was a flea market I went to, there was a person in it cleaning the bathroom, and I noticed there was a sign suggesting a tip so she can be paid to keep the restroom clean. Sometimes if I was feeling generous I would but most times I would get my own soap, turn on my own water and get my own paper towel to dry my hands, so I don’t feel it’s necessary for me to clean up after myself then tip someone else to keep the bathroom clean. I feel bad for that person working there, but then don’t take the job if your salary is tip only. The time I did tip was when the woman handed me soap and turned on my water and had a paper towel ready, and was very pleasant to me, so I tipped.
The other worse place is a drive thru, a worker actually tried to keep my change stating it would towards their tip…I didn’t authorize that so I asked for my change, it’s a drive thru!! Tipping is getting ridiculous. Don’t mean to sound like a grinch but it’s crazy how much I do most of the work myself and yet it’s expected for me to pay someone else…too crazy. 🙄
In Asia countries some places do require a small amount of change to use the bathroom. Without a dedicated cleaning lady after each patron you might seeing dirty floor, soiled seats...
I've seen that bathroom tip in some south american cities, but also in París 😂
I just went to a restaurant in Austin TX. The hideaway. No host. No welcome. Just sit your ass down. Qr code at table. No server. Had to get out own water at the front desk. Food came out. Had to get our own utensils and togo containers. And then the app when you pay, asks for 18% minimum tip. I put a custom tip. And they lucky they got that! Things are getting out of hand
I would have gone up to manager and asked where's my tip jar? Cause I did everything but cook my food😑😁
@@amgooder that is what I was thinking.
Same thing happened to me at Neighborhood Ramen, except we tipped up front
@@ft9kop like before they even served you?
@@kathleengivant-taylor2277 yes, at the counter where we ordered. The Ramen was already $22, so sales tax and mandatory 20% tip, it was close to $30. The only service we got was the staff bringing us the food. Everything else was to serve yourself: utensils, napkins, water.
It was good but prob not going back unless compelled
I absolutely never tip for counter service, and am happy to let them see me select no tip if they're going to store me down during the process. There was a coffee shop near me that, during shelter in place, would not let you touch the iPad for sanitary reasons. You'd hand them your card, they'd slide it, turn the pad around and ask which tip option you'd like. I was in disbelief. I said "Uh, the no tip option". Never went back.
If they handled your credit card, why wouldn't they let you touch the iPad? It sounds like they exerted maximum pressure to coerce that tip. As a former waiter, I don't tip for counter service either. I would have done the same thing with a smile on my face and never gone back.
I experienced this in LA in 2018. It is like highway robbery. Haha! Very wrong..i mean it is not also good manners to put you on the spot like that
That happened to me too. I don't go to those places anymore. Once they start going that route I simple stop going. I love cracker barrel where you tip at the cashier. Counter service is insane asking for tips. I'm so done.
What about bars?
@@jannekedebrie598 it all depends if they have that tip machine in the cashier
Cruise lines in the US typically charge a gratuity for the crew that we pay up front. It comes to about $16 a day per person, so $224 for a couple for a 7 night cruise. The drinks package cost always includes an extra 18% for gratuities. Yet even with that, some people tip more, which is fine, but I feel we’ve already paid the tips up front. There seems to be an expectation of tipping on top of the substantial amount of tips we’ve already paid. Unless someone has gone out of their way to help us, I see no reason to tip more. That’s supposed to be the point of prepaid gratuities.
It’s horrible as a customer, to feel pressured. People need to do a good job regardless because that’s what is going to keep people coming back and let them keep their job. With that being said people should tip when they feel like they were served positively and have gratitude. Sometimes you can’t afford to give tip, you can’t afford to give and extra dollar for whatever reason-and you shouldn’t feel bad. Now if the employee isn’t making enough that’s the employers fault not the customers because at the end of the day the owners are making their money.
The problem is these POS services dont allow you to choose what items deserve tipping and what doesnt.
For example, there is a difference between service and product
We were a regular 20% tipper at a very popular vietnamese restaurant until one time when my wife was telling the waitress we appreciate her good service and why we always leave a decent tip, she whispered to us and say "no need, the owner keeps all the tips, us workers get nothing, but thank you anyways" so that day we just gave her a $20 bill to put in her pocket. That day on, we tipped $0 there and give directly to who ever is serving us the tips. I really don't know how many other businesses out there that are doing the same thing but now when we go to the smaller name eateries or the ma n pa ones, we always discreetly ask our server if he or she will receive our gratuity. I just don't want all of my tips going to another GREEDY owner!! Oh, and for that Vietnamese restaurant, in a span of only few years they now have 5 locations in our city from the original one we were at regularly.
Yes I once worked in a Thai restaurant where the owner kept all the tips and distributed them based on favoritism. I don't want to work in local businesses anymore. Now working in corporate where I can take actual tips that I make.
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I am Asian.
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yes and shame on many
Asian restaurant or business owners that do that to their employees to keep the tips that customers leave on the table or on credit cards.
So when dining at Asian restaurants, I normally pay the bill on my credit card and tip cash to the hands of the servers who actually serviced me.
It's always like that for many small restaurant. The best way to give tips is to discretely give in cash.
That’s literally wage theft. Employees could sue & would win getting their tips plus a whole lot more. You should report to your local gov. There’s usually a website to report wage theft.
Um, that's illegal.
Tipping in USA is getting out of hand! It's one thing for me to tip at a sit down restaurant where a waiter is bringing me everything to my table, but when I buy a coffee at the counter and I stay there to wait for it, it's ridiculous for them to expect me to tip $1/ $2/ $3 for a $4- $5 coffee that I'm grabbing to go!
I ordered two medium pizzas and a soda delivered to my home. The tax, “delivery fee,” and tip cost was more than my entire order. I went from ordering pizza 3-4 times a month to 3-4 times a year. It’s too ridiculous nowadays 😮
Don’t you love that in the disclaimer it will say something like “the delivery fee does not go to the driver. Please tip them for their hard work!” Wtf does the delivery fee go toward? I’m pretty sure you just get charged for the convenience.
@@Orpheus_x Wrong.. The delivery fee goes toward Insurance on the drivers and paying their gas mileage.. Where I work they charge way to much for delivery.. And it shows on our tips now.. Very greedy company.
Exactly! I stopped going to so many places because of the pressure to tip at places that never did before (bakeries, fast food) and just shop for groceries instead; saves money and is healthier!
Pick up your Pizza to avoid the delivery fee, plus the tip. 🍕🍕 Plus use a coupon to save more. 😀
@@Orpheus_xFree delivery makes every customer pay for fees related to running a delivery company, such as driver insurance. A delivery fee makes it that only those who get delivery pay. Drivers may get a tiny fraction of the fee.
Glad to see this being discussed. It’s getting nuts and all the tip recievers in this piece didn’t get it. It should only be for high class service type roles, not coffee or takeout that’s already inflated.
Why?
@@tomshea8382 because there are plenty other service jobs that dont get tipped for literally just doing their job. Idk in my opinion we should eliminate tipping all together like the rest of the world and its just an extra if you actually want to.
@@tomshea8382 It just feels like a way to get more money out of me and makes pricing unclear unless you know a 15% tip is expected. A Thai place I used to go to lost my business because its now too expensive. When I was in High School tipping 10% was ok and 15% was generous. This was at a sit down place. Now everywhere is asking for a tip and its inflating the price and awkward. It would be fine to have "add a tip" on the screen. Tipping is for service, and handing me coffee or 20$ lunch phad thai is not service.
@@sindyliao7188 Servers etc would love to be paid a base wage that's livable, but that's at least 20 dollars an hour, which means that the menu prices increase, since business owners aren't going to part with that much money w/o making it back. So as usual the wrong people are getting blamed for this.
@@Newbie-C I'm not sure why you think we need to know what a cheap bastard you are, but it's worth it, I guess.
I always click no tip on those grocery store or in person service that no service was actually provided. It’s so weird and I feel guilty, but you don’t need to tip when you buy a sprite in person 😂
I went to a Five Guys restaurant and I tipped out of pressure seeing that for the first time. Those prices are expensive to begin with and the cashier over charged me and I got the wrong order. I do pay attention now and feel like I don't have to tip if someone just made my coffee or rang me up at the register. Like someone mentioned, I don't tip everywhere else unless it's a barber, waiter/waitress, etc.
"pressure????"
@@UplyftIncsocial pressure
I went inside Five Guys the other day because I heard their french fries were to die for but I'm sorry I can't pay $10 for an order of fries!
@@jrambo7495 five guys is outrageously expensive. I spent $20 on a burger and fries and havent been back since.
Tipping is very difficult. As a young adult, a lot of times the people on the other side of the new tipping kiosks are my peers. However, I am also pursuing a professional degree (medicine) that will put me in significant debt for decades and feel guilt many times when selecting no tip, even for services that have not particularly asked for tips. It’s tough, I would love to tip everyone but I financially can’t and the lines are very grey, especially now that everyone is asking for tips.
It’s your personal choice to put yourself in debt for decades. Just don’t eat out if you can’t afford it
Guess whos that tipping suggestion for ? The Suckers.
The more you stick it in my face to tip, I'm NOT tipping.
Stop begging me for money.
they aren't begging.
@Hello World sticking a tip jar in my face everywhere I go, is begging.
@@or2ak You naughty little Atheists.
@or2ak that is definitely not begging. Nobody is physically begging you for a tip. It's highly appreciated to them. I've never been in a tipped position and a tip jar is just a suggestion.
@@HelloWorld-hb7yt yes they are! begging or stealing, call ii whatever makes a karen like you feel virtuous. Neither one is acceptable nor winning over repeat business.
As an American who has been living in Thailand for the past 6 years I can say that tipping is a weird concept. This is coming from an ex-bartender (6 years). I've met many people from all over the world and they all say the same thing. Employers need to pay more.
I don’t tip for anything to go; however, I only tip when I actually sit down for a service
PSA: it’s obvious those tips aren’t 100% going to the employees unless it’s physical cash. It’s just another sly way for companies to nickel and dime employees for less pay and more $$ for the higher ups.
This happened to me in Starbucks. I don’t like tipping before a service is even done. When I tipped I ended up with bad service and was not satisfied with the coffee that was made but when I didn’t tip and the service turned out more than I expected I felt bad because I should have left a tip for getting more than what I expected. Tipping should be done after the service is done and not before it!
Fully agree! I always thought tipping was about showing appreciation for the service given. A large tip ahead of service doesn't guarantee anything. A tip being expected ahead of time because reasons is just breeding resentment on both sides imo.
I feel the same way about tipping before the service is perform3d
At least in the Starbunks app you can tip before *or* after service. You can tip right when you order, or you can tip up to an hour or two afterwards instead. Usually, if they were nice and friendly and the drink was made good I leave them a dollar. It isn't much but it's money that the majority of other "fast food" places aren't even allowed to accept, never mind have a prompt in the app for it. Of course those other places don't charge you like $7 for a fancy coffee either, lol.
Some apps, like those food delivery ones [I don't use], pretty sure you can only leave a tip when you order, not after the delivery is completed. That's pretty ridiculous.
YES. If I have change and really like them, I make a deposit in the tip jar when leaving.
THIS. I laughed at first because I didn't know what they meant. How can you tip before anything happens?? I said no and the cashier got cold and wouldn't smile or say anything else to me. Because I didn't give you extra free money beforehand?? Insane.
Never feel bad not tipping for Fast food!! The payment app just defaults tipping to go through. Just press "No tip" to pay, then put some changes in the tipping jar if you want.
Next a cashier ringing up my groceries will ask for tips. Wtf
Yup seriously out of control
...and then...you can just say no.
@@UplyftInc I dont tip. Only in restaurants
Already happening. A grocery store near me has it on their big iPad-y payment terminal screen facing the customer.
Fairly expensive store too; I rarely go back.
I have NO problem tipping when I'm at a sit down restaurant and received good service. BUT I especially HATE it when gratuity is already added to the total BUT they still have the nerve to ask for additional gratuity! They'll give you a receipt with the space to leave more tip, without telling you they already charged you for that! Most times they're sneaky about it too, so you have to check the details of your check.
My biggest problem with it is there is now an expectation of a tip BEFORE the service rendered. What if the service is terrible? This happens to me sometimes with doordash - I leave a big tip, but then the driver will deliver another order or even two before mine and by the time my food gets to me its gone cold. It makes me want to leave smaller tips because the tip I do leave doesn't guaruntee good service.
You really should be more frustrated at doordash as opposed to the driver. Tipping less means a driver gets paid less, which is taking out your frustrations at the wrong party
One time I went to a (higher-end) restaurant that had a 10% “kitchen administration fee” in addition to normal tipping. When I got the check the lowest “suggested” option was 18% and I didn’t wanna feel awkward with the server standing right next to me so I chose the 18% option, making the additional fees basically 30%. Never went back again.
Just raise the prices. Don't have the price and then add on taxes and fees/tips.
Remember your actually tipping on the after tax bill, so your tipping even more 💶💶💶🚨
lol idc i always just put $0
@@jialinsun9703 sometimes it’s not even on the option list
Many businesses will just pushing customers away by doing this
I'm poor and I just want the f*king thing I pay for I'm not tipping.
The beauty industry is one of the more frustrating ones for tipping. Like, a customer pays $40 for a haircut, and when the person expects a tip for doing a good job they are essentially saying that $40 is the price for a crappy experience. If you are happy with everything, then you pay more... Huh?? I don't tip the guys who paint my house or my mechanic for fixing my car.
It’s mainly the low skill service jobs that are asking for tips. Like you said, mechanics and painters aren’t asking for tips
I have zero issues tapping ‘No tip’ even with the employee standing right there. I refuse to be pressured into spending even more money to subsidize these workers’ wages just so the business owner doesn’t have to pay them a livable wage. If you did nothing more than pour or grab something, I am not going to tip you for it. Period. I could have-and would have-done it myself if I was allowed to. Actually, there’s a thought-make more things self-service. It’s a win-win. Business owners don’t have to be ‘bothered’ to pay or even have employees. People get to just get what they want and go. Sure, it eliminates jobs, but these jobs don’t need to exist. There are far too many meaningless & unnecessary jobs in this country. That’s what you get when every president is expected to add jobs at all costs. 🙄
Also, TIP IN CASH, people! Do NOT ever tip with card! The worker(s) will never see that money! The employer will pocket it 100% of the time!
Good point. Iam so tired of everywhere u go someone has there hand out for a tip just for pouring a coffee or grabbing something and handing it to you or simply taking ur order and ringing up your sale.I do however tip waiters and waitresses at sit down restaurants that set up ur table, take ur order, bring ur food, check and make sure you are happy with ur order and it’s correct and they offer drink refills, ect. And ofcourse they clean up after you leave. These people earn their tips, also delivery food drivers because of the convenience it offers for me as I don’t have to go pick up my food order. Hotel maids I also tip because they have to deal with so much of peoples nastiest and work very hard for there money. I used to work as a hotel maid for a short time and saw a lot of stuff and anyone that can stick with that job long term my hats are off to you
Hmmm… Unless things have changed, I always got all of my tips via credit card transactions as a server in college.
Self-service Subway - make your own sandwich !!!! 😆
Already existe they are called buffets.
@@weird-guy unfortunately buffets are few and far between in Vegas now , a least affordable ones
You are NOT getting me to tip on ANY take out order!
It's ridiculous I'm not tipping just because you want me to I'll leave before that and you loose all together. Waiters and waitresses absolutely deserve tips if service is good because that's based on PERSONAL SERVICE THAT CAN LAST FOR 30 MINS OR MUCH LONGER. Crumble cookie wants $5 for a single cookie but they ask for a tip NOT HAPPENING. My local sandwich place up the prices so much now people don't even go in there but boy they are focused on tipping. Starbucks used to get little more respect from me just because THEY NEVER ASKED FOR TIPS NOW THEY DO. But yet they've never lowed prices on anything
Imagine when the tipping wage was created. Someone thought that waitresses were getting too much money because they were getting minimum wage but people were helping them with tips so they had to invent a lower minimum wage to make sure waitresses weren't getting too much money. It's depraved.
That’s theft
Tipping stems from after the civil war as a loophole to get around slavery. They would not pay an hourly wage at all to newly freed Black women but having them work for tips was technically legal. I think this is a good point to think about when it was created because it’s really racist and deeply problematic.
@@EwYoureCringe I agree
@@EwYoureCringe another perfect example of how racism is endemic in our culture. I didn’t know that piece of history, thanks for sharing.
I went to a gift store to buy a gift and was asked to tip. I am tired of tipping and despise it. When I worked a low paying job, no one ever tipped me and I didn’t care. I am a generous tipper when I feel like it other wise employers need to start paying their employee and if they like, they increase the cost of their food. I do not care.
Modern tipping is now a way for employers to pass the expense of paying their employees on to the customers. No one wants to deal with a disgruntled barista or furious black delivery guy who was expecting a minimum of a $5 - $10 tip. Simply put the pandemic paid a lot of people more than they were actually earning from their jobs, and after getting a taste of that, people who used to settle for $15 an hour now want $25 and even $35 an hour.
These people want to live large and make big bucks serving coffee and delivering food. Even at restaurants where you pick up the food at the counter, they are demanding a 20% or more tip, even if you didn't eat there, and that's B.S., now they want you to pay for both the food and then the service of handing the food to you. These business owners are terrible people because it means they don't have to pay their employees properly and can force the money out the customer who faces this tipping crisis no matter where they go. These days you can't avoid tipping on even takeout so you're screwed from every angle.
Tipping someone because they managed to drive a car safely is hilarious. I think that should be the minimum we can expect from an Uber ride. It’s not an extra service. If they help with bags or put in effort to get you closer to the location, know how to avoid traffic or are helpful and kind in conversations that’s a real reason to tip.
So sad to be cheap
@@Ggg496 so pathetic to be manipulated to waste your own money
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@@Ggg496 call me what ya want but my money staying in my pocket 🤭
I always tipped Uber, I thought you’re supposed to. Mostly they didn’t even help to put bag in the trunk.
I agree, tips or gratuity is simply based on gratitude and the appreciation of the service you received. I don’t agree on tipping someone at the counter / cashier just giving me something I bought with no special or extra service
I feel the same way and i also feel it's the right thing to do even if they were getting paid minimum wage already.
They know I appreciated the service because I'm paying them for it, why the hell am I going to pay twice? If I'm riding in your taxi, I'm literally already paying you to take me from A to B. Getting me there safely is literally your job. Same with cooking me food, I am literally paying for you to cook my meal, not fucking up my order is literally your ONE job
Exactly. 100% agree. Tipping is for a “service” someone ringing you up for an item is not giving you a service, that is part of the companies way of selling you something and competing the transaction 😂
This is why I carry cash. I refuse to start using these systems that ask for a tip.
I was at a concert bought a way overpriced beer the screen ask me to tip all the beer guy did was reach in a cooler and hand me a 15 dollar beer yeah right I'll be dammed
Same happened to me!!! And because I’m Hispanic I felt I had to tip just so they wouldn’t talk bad about my ethnicity
@@Lasaenzi84 I used to go to concerts all the time pre-covid, now going to mid-level rock show is at least a $100 night.
The fact that doordash makes you tip before they deliver your food is insane
Doordash has horrible wages for the people doing the work plus they use their own cars
@@_lifewithlexi_ I know I always tip them but you should be allowed to tip after they've delivered your food. It's based on service after all.
@@mariaj4883 I agree. I just think most of the user base would “forget” all the time
@@_lifewithlexi_ tipping for food delivery is total bs. I pay for my food, I pay a fee to have it delivered, then I pay a percentage of my order to the driver. Why the hell do I have to pay a delivery fee if I'm also paying the driver? I've stopped getting food delivered now because I can't justify paying 50% more. I'll either pickup if I can or cook myself. Or go hungry.
@@_lifewithlexi_ then do something else. You're not forced to work for doordash
Never, ever, tip. You will save soooo much money.
@CW I'm rich partly because I never tip 😜
@@D1008Wpeople can clearly afford to go out 😂tipping is always optional. I’m not tipping someone just for doing their job.
I’ll go out & get coffee 3-4 days a week & click $0 every time.
Tipping is outdated af just start paying minimum wage for all jobs
wait? wth?
if all service jobs paid minimum wage there would be no one working them except somebody in high school that will mess up your order all the time. and then they would be short staffed at that
Get rid of tipping. If the establishment falls because it cannot support it's workers fairly, it was never good enough to stand in the first place
Stop tipping! We need the restaurant’s to 💰 more and stop sending the problem to us the consumers! The restaurants are making so much money! How come cashiers from Walmart or Home Depot don’t get tips? The food industry is so smart and they established this “tradition”
That’s just gonna hurt service workers you’re not gonna change the whole system by not tipping the person who served you dude.
@@angeldreamzzz9692 the system should be changed though. If you tip servers and bartenders, you should tip 7-11 employees and target cashiers. They're all doing their job and giving you a service.
Corporations aren’t the same as small businesses. You must not understand how restaurants work. Usually small business owners make less than Servers due to tipping. Servers in my area are making $1500-$2000 a week while the cook makes $600-$800. You take away tipping and now servers make less money. You pay them the same as cooks and let them receive “some tips” and now the cooks are upset because servers are making the same as them AND getting tips not to mention you end up earning less than or around the same as your employees and assume all the liability. What’s the incentive to open up a business at that point… don’t want to deal with that? Then You raise your prices and risk a decrease in business, then you file for bankruptcy and you’re out of business.
@@jsperez240 so why are there successful restaurants in countries that don't view tipping as the norm?
@@johnp82 you can’t be serious hahaha. we are obviously a different country and have a different economy than countries in Europe. Eating out in Europe is a luxury, it might not seem that way to you when you go and visit for a week or two but things are almost double what they are here in America, tips are included in their menu prices, one way or another you’ll end up paying for the increase in wages. To put into perspective, right now 2 people go out to eat at a breakfast restaurant and end up spending $60, you change the laws in tipping and that 60 turns into $120 for a couple of omelettes and some pancakes. Will you keep on going to eat at that restaurant? Probably not, Americans are already use to our system and prices when going out to eat. This will inevitably cause a lot of restaurants to close down.
I tip at restaurants, food delivery and for services like transportation (taxis, Uber etc.) and hotels (maids and porters). All these others now really annoy me. I don’t tip for carry out unless it’s a small business.
same but I also my hairdresser and my nail tech ( when it's not me😁).
@@lisafranklin9089 yes I do tip my hair stylist and nail person. Although, I rarely have my nails done.
@@pjhey947 I figured you did too☺️ I rarely get my nails done either ✌🏼
As a cleaner thank you. Even the smallest amounts, it all adds up and is very much appreciated.
I do exactly the same on tipping.
I’m an Uber/Lyft driver and I do not expect a tip. I’m already getting paid from the platform for driving these passengers. If they tip, I am very grateful even if it’s a dollar or 50 cents . I’m just blessed to be able to work .
Yes, tipping is getting out of hand. I started buying hot food at Wholefoods instead of take out from restaurants. If I go to the occasional Starbucks, I use the app instead of ordering at the counter for no awkward tipping pressure at the register line. Also, I might go to the very occasional fast food places that don’t require tipping: McD’s, Bking, etc.. Some restaurants are starting to get sneaky too, which is a shame. I know of elderly people (friends of relatives) who had 18% tacked on the bill automatically and the waiter said nothing. Elderly customer then added a tip to that bill total, essentially paying 18% tip plus an additional 20% tip.
Highway robbery
That's why you look at the bill before you sign it!!! It's not right, but it still exists
@@casadactyl21 Or how about a customer only gets billed for what they consumed instead of having to thoroughly inspect their receipt to confirm they aren’t being subjected to predatory business practices?
Those hotplate at wholefoods are like going to a restaurant. They're expensive.
@@noneya1238 Whole Foods = $7-$10 depending on how much I put on my plate. Restaurant takeout = $16 - $20 w/ tip. Sometimes, Wholefoods has soups on sale, e.g. now it’s Mushroom Barley for $5.39 for the 24. Oz container. Add crackers, or a roll of bread for less than a dollar and it’s a meal. Bonus: no tipping. Btw, McDonald’s is now $7.48 for one double cheeseburger + large fries. It’s about the price of Wholefoods and way less healthier.
The problem is, even when the server is crap, you're obliged or feel obliged to tip.. which isn't the purpose of tipping
I never feel obligated to tip. I control my money. I will only tip after the service is done. If the service is bad, the server gets no tip. If the service is good, I will leave a tip and if the service is extremely great, I will leave a generous tip.
I’m glad the origin and history of tipping was included as it was not started as a class status or appreciation of the service of the waitstaff. With that being said, tipping after you’ve taken my to go order for food or coffee makes absolutely no sense - but for a full service such as sit down meals and salon service, absolutely. I tip well for those services.
Tipping isn’t really an option nowadays, the social pressure is immense.
Especially the places come right out and ask, "Do you want to leave a tip?" So awkward.
WTH? "social pressure"???? Hell to the No... NOPE!
Just ask yourself this question: "Would I have tipped in this circumstance 10 years ago?"
If the answer is no, hang onto your money and feel no shame.
When you start getting asked to tip for ordering a slice of pizza, the times are changing.
Ive really cut down on eating out due to all the ridiculous tipping. A tip is expected for you to hand me my coffee and muffin? Yeah, no thank you.
This small pizza shop did the tipping screen. I felt so turned off and it makes u feel obligated that the pizza didn’t seem delicious anymore. I never went back. I go to costco for a quick slice or I make my own and when I want a pie, I buy a organic and vegan frozen at the supermarket
@@risaandjesus the most ridiculous tip i ever heard.
The key takeaway is this: Companies are using social pressure. They're intentionally putting you in situations where they know you'll feel uncomfortable going against the grain. They're hoping you'll succumb to the pressure, feel bad, etc. They're hoping you'll say to yourself, "Oh well, it's only a dollar" without doing the mental math to realize the actual percentage. They use specific wording to make you feel like you're a terrible human being if you decline. All of this is intentional.
We always think the bosses are greedy but the workers are our friends. But no, that's no longer the case. The frontline worker has now been trained to extract as much money from you as possible.
So what should you do? Stand your ground and decline leaving a tip (in instances where a tip truly isn't justified or deserved). The first time is hard but it gets easier.
Don't try to resist the feelings of discomfort or social pressure. Let those feelings flow through your body as you're pressing "No Tip" or entering 0 for "Custom Amount". Those feelings will quickly subside.
The cafeteria at my daughter's high school is encouraging the kids to tip the staff; by card or cash. I feel like corporations are trying to groom our kids into thinking that everyone who asks or suggests should be tipped. I called the high school and asked that this practice we halted immediately. I have tipping fatigue. It seems like you can't expect anyone to do their job anymore without further compensation. Also! Food prices have increased which means restaurant prices have increased; so moving from 15% to 20% is now double-dipping! AND watch Uber and other delivery services; they will calculate you tip based on delivery fees and taxes; not just the cost of your food...Again, another double dip. I am exhausted of everyone having their hand out!
That is absolutely RIDICULOUS! Imagine the kids that can barely pay their school bill… this is insane and I’m glad you called the school. We must fight this!
Whaaaaat!? That’s insane.
Now I've heard everything. Is that public or private school? (Insane either way)
It feels extremely unethical to me to pressure insecure highschoolers into paying additional money. Don’t they know how many kids can’t even afford lunch??
High school sucks and there is so much peer pressure. Kids should get to eat without being charged bs fees.
Good on you for raising a stink about it!!
I remember when I was pregnant with my twins, money was really tight, but one thing I decided to spend the extra money on was a monthly waxing, because, well, tbh I could no longer do it myself. Lol. So I went into the salon for the first time & the lady at the counter confirmed my appointment, what I wanted, & told me my total as she asked me how I wanted to pay, cash or card. She then proceeded to loudly shame me in the middle of a waiting room full of people within earshot because I only selected to pay a $5 tip. Adding that "all of our clients leave a much larger tip." And this was when I first walked in, BEFORE even getting the wax. I was so embarrassed (& hormonal) I got in the car & cried.
AWFUL! You really need to stand your ground nowadays. Have a response prepared that makes you look like the more mature one. Kindly remind them that tipping is an option and that you don't have to. Maybe offer them a cash tip at the end if the service is good. You don't have to take their abuse
Have you returned to that business? I would have not returned or preferred to walk in when that rude lady was not there. After that if all of staff were the same. I would take my business elsewhere.
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What???
To do this to anybody is rude but to a mommy carrying 2 babies? Oh I wish I was there to straigten out this bitch who treated you this bad in your maternal condition.
Horrible!
If Ihad been another customer there while she was attempting to shame you, I would have just as loudly protested her behavior in your defense. I would also expect that whichever employee was providing my service would also quiet down the other employee in your defense and could see myself walking out if not. That is so manipulative and abusive. What a shame that happened to you.
Why didn't you defend yourself??????
I love to show my appreciation for good service by tipping my server well. I absolutely despise the obligation I feel to tip someone doing the bare minimum of ringing me up at a cash register, especially when I don’t know how that tip is being distributed.
Hell no, why should I pay you to do your job? If anyone should be tipped, let us service members be the first. I am not paying for employer utilities, and their staff health insurance. The United States has horrible customer service, and not deserving of my hard earned money. I prefer to tip in the EU, even though it is not allowed, due to the exceptional service and genuine respect. I have learned to live within my budget, and if you are unable to make a living without tips, look for a job that offers a larger salary.
My rule is: If I sit down, and someone waits on me, I tip. If I just get something and leave, I don’t. I had an awkward situation at MIA airport, a coffee “barista” got mad at me because I did not tip her for an already overpriced coffee I just got there.
My rule of thumb for tipping is:
- If the IRS charges 15% tax, my tip level starts at 15% as it is considered part of the salary. More if the server went above and beyond, and less if the service was substandard... all the way down to zero. That usually means restaurant waiters.
- If there is no tax, then no tip unless they were extraordinary.
What is needed is a clear rule on who has to pay an "assumed tip" tax.
It is also necessary to exclude tips from calculations of minimum wage
Simple, pay a living wage, include all taxes and fees in the price displayed like in Europe and Asia =No Stickershock👍. Besides tipping is rooted from the days of slavery & POS terminals tip% are calculated on your after tax bill (instead of pre-tax which is just wrong so your actually tipping even more ) 💳💵💵🇨🇦🇺🇸🌎
I tip and I tip well because I know employees aren't paid enough to survive and it pains me. And I know the system sucks, I hate it, but I can't punish the worker to make a statement.
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I get the kids Papa Murphy during the school week. It is a take and bake pizza shop, meaning that they put the pizza together but you take it home and cook it yourself. I put “no tip” most of the time because why would I tip for someone just doing their job and not doing anything extra? Plus, I have never understood why that pops up on the payment screen when I am paying BEFORE they ever even a lift a finger on my order. It’s crazy. It would be better to put a tip jar at the pick up end of the counter and if you made my pizza super quick or were pleasant to be around then I would have the option of dropping in a couple of bucks. It like people want extra without doing extra.
At full service restaurants, I generally tip 20% but those servers don’t make a full hourly wage and need the tips for an actual paycheck. They are also working for it by being prompt, friendly and making sure the table has bread, refills, etc. I have worked in restaurants before and I still think all of this other tipping nonsense is way too extra.
As an asian American I feel like tipping has a drawback when your waiter’s already judged you based on your ethnicity and gives you much of less pleasant experience when dining. I feel they should be paid more by the restaurant owner not relying from tips.
This is an excellent point! ⬆️
That’s a great point there I feel tipping should be dropped in general because not a lot of people can afford to do that
Change the stereotype & give a good tip. Takes time for progress right
How about servers change the stereotype and give good service to everyone regardless. Why tip generously for subpar service?
I tip $0 for take out, I don't feel bad nor I care if the worker is looking at me . I only tip waiters, taxi drivers and my hair stylist
They get that order together for you and make sure its right! I go to same places for lunch in my town and tip the people who answer the phone. This, in turn, motivates them to treat me like gold! I get my food on time and the order is always correct! They know me by name and I get vip treatment. Just for giving an extra dollar. Its worth it to me.
sameee hairdresser, lash lady, nail, waitress, drivers, instacart
@marleeamato4944 In grocery stores, they make and package fresh food in their deli department. Tipping is not required. If I'm picking food up, why should I be obligated to tip?
@@marianna1513 not obligated in grocery store 🤭. I’m talking about the people who take a little extra effort to make my day go smoother. They know I have a short lunch break and get my order quickly and efficiently
@@marianna1513 If you're ordering to-go from a restaurant, usually a server or bartender is the one who has to take your order, watch for it to be ready, bag it all up, make sure it's correct, include sauces and silverware, and ring you up for it. Keep in mind, they are taking time away from their dine-in customers to do this for you. Just because you don't sit at a table in the restaurant doesn't mean you aren't getting the service.
I saw it creeping in everywhere and it really just helped me stop going to those places even more. Not that I don't want to tip, but it's like why am I tipping you for what you were going to do anyway, unlike sit-down service? Like, I'm not being served in any way or getting any enhanced level of service. IJS
This is exactly my feeling. If I go to sit down restaurant or get delivery I tip but counter service or take out not usually
@@kathleengivant-taylor2277 Facts! Like, damn! You want a tip…JUST FOR RINGING ME UP?!🤣
Tipping is everywhere now, Uber, bar, hair salon, coffee shop, local sandwhich shop, food trucks . SMH. What’s funny is that those who are expecting tips are the ones against tipping at the other ventures especially waiters
Agree. I think that’s the best thing you can do is to just stop going. Don’t be the person who doesn’t tip, but don’t be a part of the problem either. Just find a place to dine where you feel comfortable.
@@TastemyAtrocity You speak some serious wisdom here. I mean I get it, wages aren’t where they should be, and I’m respectful that everyone has to work…no matter where. But I can’t tip when it simply isn’t justified for me. That’s all.
THERE’S NO CONFUSION:
No Tipping for take out or counter service. For table service, 10% for below average service, 15% for decent service, 17% for excellent service and 20% for above and beyond service.
When i lived in Korea, it was fantastic not having to tip. Eating out was super affordable. And when you wanted to pay, you just went up to the front of the restaraunt and paid on your way out- not waiting forever trying to track down your server or having your card taken away
That sounds glorious. I would love to just get up and pay when I'm finished!
Tipping can be confusing nowadays for a number of reasons. One of the main reasons is that different establishments have different policies when it comes to tipping, which can lead to confusion and uncertainty for customers. For example, some restaurants automatically include a service charge in the bill, while others leave it up to the customer to decide how much to tip. Additionally, the rise of mobile payment systems and delivery services has created new tipping scenarios that people may not be familiar with.
Another reason tipping can be confusing is that the amount and type of tip may vary based on the industry, location, and even cultural norms. For instance, in the United States, it is customary to tip waitstaff at restaurants, but it may not be expected in other countries. Furthermore, the percentage of the bill that is considered an appropriate tip can vary, and some people may not know how to calculate it.
Moreover, the COVID-19 pandemic has further complicated tipping practices, with some people wondering if they should be tipping more or less due to the challenging economic circumstances facing many service workers.
All of these factors can contribute to confusion around tipping, but customers can always ask their server, delivery driver, or the establishment for guidance on the appropriate way to tip.
Chat GPT says no tips
You know you don’t have to tip. It’s all up to you. I get tips but I don’t beg or ask. I just give good customer service and they give me. If they don’t no big deal.
Tipping has gone way too far, going for pasta at lunch and the screen of the POS pops out 25% and up. The server did nothing much except take the order, went to chat with the other wait staffs, come back with our food, go back for more chatting, and gave us the bill, which we have to wait until she looked over and noticed I have my hand up. This gets to the more they’re asking the less I want to pay.
I went to Menchies earlier. It is a self serve yogurt shop and the girl cashing me out asked for tip. What am I tipping for? I self served myself everyday. Ridiculous.
I know what you mean.
There's a Yogurtland franchise near my CA house where the lady that owns it is the only employee working in there every time I go there and she always shows me the tip screen when I pay for the yogurt that I prepared myself. I just don't really go there anymore, very over-priced yogurts anywayz.