I’m uncomfortable with tipping zero, knowing how servers are paid in the US. But it also seems wrong to tie the tip to the price, when the work is comparable.
I’m going to think about an alternative minimum tip, maybe something like:
- $1 per item for a takeout counter
- $5 per person at sit down service
- $10 for an average delivery
If everyone did that, a couple of things would happen:
- servers would have to push for higher pay
- restaurants and bars would raise their prices
The advantage is this would be predictable and understandable for everyone. In Europe and elsewhere, reasonable pay is assumed, and you tip rarely for exceptional service. That’s really where things need to go.
I’m going to think about an alternative minimum tip, maybe something like:
If everyone did that, a couple of things would happen: The advantage is this would be predictable and understandable for everyone. In Europe and elsewhere, reasonable pay is assumed, and you tip rarely for exceptional service. That’s really where things need to go.