on 18-11-2013 02:33 PM
THE push to introduce America's gratuity system could tip fed-up Aussie pub patrons over the edge.
While hospitality staff say it's time to embrace tipping for better service, critics have come out swinging.
Traditionally, patrons in New York City include a 20 per cent tip for everything from housekeeping to buying a beer.
A 15 per cent tip is considered the norm across the US.
Sandy Hill Road director Matt Mullins, a Melbourne hotelier, said the tipping trend could lift service standards.
Do you want it introduced here for mandatory tipping?
on 18-11-2013 02:51 PM
no
but I would like to see a system for the even distribution amongst all relevant staff and an appropriate reporting system for any tips that are received.
on 18-11-2013 02:55 PM
18-11-2013 03:36 PM - edited 18-11-2013 03:40 PM
bob - (or anyone else) Do you know if workers in the US have to declare tips on their income tax return? Some of them would earn heaps in tips...hotel concierges for one.
I don't think it is necessary in Australia because hospitality/service industry staff are on a high wage rate ($21 approx weekday - $30 Sunday p.h.) & penal time, compared to US workers where service industry is a very low paid job.
Someone working in a basic office job here would get $20 approx an hour, same as someone waiting on tables in a cafe.
I have seen more jars and saucers! being put out for tips here though. even in dingy fish and chips shops.
My eldest worked in a cafe while at Uni and got a lot of cash as tips (last job was a fine dining restaraunt). The money was pooled on the shift and at the end of the shift it is divided equally amongst the staff working that shift.
Hospitality staff in the US do have a much better attitude to their customers than they do here though.. they know they have to give good service if they expect a tip
on 18-11-2013 04:39 PM
i dont tip, they get paid for doing their job what more do they expect?
but i did tip 5c at a drive thru fast food joint the other night
the meal was 9.95 i gave 'em 10 bucks *keep the change*
on 18-11-2013 05:38 PM
Lol joz,big spender there
I do agree though,no needs for tips unless you feel service has been good.
Some staff at restaurants think they are doing you a favour by serving you,no tips there.
on 18-11-2013 05:59 PM
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on 18-11-2013 06:15 PM