Service charges, a growing trend in the restaurant industry, are often misunderstood. This article explains what service charges are, why they’re becoming more common, and whether they replace tipping. We’ll also explore the legal considerations and how restaurants can best utilize them.
Navigating tipping customs across different countries can be confusing. This article provides a comprehensive guide to tipping etiquette in popular destinations, covering expected amounts, preferred methods, and cultural nuances. From the US’s mandatory tipping culture to Japan’s aversion to gratuity, learn how to tip appropriately and avoid any faux pas.
Google Chrome is planning to introduce Web Monetization, a feature that will allow users to tip their favorite websites directly. This new revenue model aims to help websites diversify their income streams beyond subscriptions and advertising, providing creators with a way to be directly rewarded for their content.
Have you ever worked at a fancy restaurant serving the wealthy? From lavish requests to surprising tipping habits, hear firsthand accounts from restaurant staff about their experiences waiting on the ultra-rich.
Bartenders have a lot to deal with, but some customer behaviors are particularly irksome. Here are some of the things bartenders hate the most, from thinking that less ice equals more booze to being creepy to the staff.
Many customers don’t realize how little DoorDash drivers make. A 2020 study found that dashers earn an average of $1.45 per hour after factoring in expenses. This is a job that often depends on gratuities, yet many customers don’t seem to understand that. One DoorDash customer shares how a handwritten note from a driver named Leah made him realize the importance of tipping. He believes that if all drivers did something similar, tipping would increase significantly.
More than two million workers who receive tips will keep more of their earnings under the Tipping Act, which takes effect on October 1. Employers will be prohibited from withholding tips and service charges, and workers can take legal action if they do. The government has published a code of practice to ensure transparency in tipping practices. The Act aims to protect low-paid workers and ensure fair compensation for their hard work.
