Well my question is for those that aren’t in countries that do not tip, how do they afford it? Its not like wages are drastically increasing in other countries, most things seem pretty stagnant from the few articles I’ve read.
Agreed, I prefer an inclusive charge versus what seems to be an onerous, however at the same time, for the added percentage service charge, at what part is it considered reasonable? 15? 18? 20? I typically see 18% service charge on large groups. But now, where do we calculate that service charge, before or after tax? I think its fair to calculate before tax but most places seem to add the charge (or gratuity calculations) after the total with tax included.
I found that portion especially striking. I mean, do these places do more than say a McDonald’s worker? Do you tip at the Costco food court (can’t say I ever have)? At that point, I wonder if you tip UPS/Fedex/USPS since they deliver you items. Eh… probably going off topic there, but tipping culture is odd.
Well… should it not be split? Its not like they’re not part of the whole operation.
Don’t most FOH employees out earn the cooks in the back?
I hate to say it in general, I care more for the quality of food than service…
