2006-10-09 05:30:52 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dining Out ➔ United States ➔ Los Angeles
Everything that has been mentioned in these responses are all valid points.
But keep in mind, that some people have an attitude about tipping no matter how great the sevice is.
So you will always have crappy tippers from time-to-time. Don't take it personally, because the good always out-weighs the bad, and it all balances out by the end of the week.
If that weren't true, I wouldn't still be doing this for a living.
PS thanks for the nice note on my last answer to you.
Have a nice day.
2006-10-09 07:12:02 · answer #1 · answered by BigTip$ 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Ok jen, just remember that the customer is the person who is paying your bills most of your money (per week) will be from your customer. So treat them nice. Dont expect that you deserve a tip you have to earn it.Make sure the drinks are refilled fast. Before they ask for one, ask first. If there are kids at the table bring crackers or something to keep them occupied. Maybe even ask the parents if you would like to put kids order in first (when taking drink order) kids have about a 15 minute attention span after that they are done. Try to keep the table free from dishes, when they are empty bus them off. Those are just a few things I can think of right now.
2006-10-09 12:42:31 · answer #2 · answered by surfer grl 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I read somewhere that hand-writing "Thanks" or "Thank you" on your checks increases tips. So does crouching down by a table so that you're at eye level with the customers. I tried the "Thank You" when I was a waitress and it seemed to work. Also, look busy (even when you aren't) but make sure that you still take really good care of the customer. If they think that you are going out of your way to make sure they have a good experience, they will be more willing to tip well.
2006-10-09 12:40:41 · answer #3 · answered by starringsarahas 3 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Good service is the big one. Making eye contact, being friendly and letting me know if there's a delay is also a huge plus. I hate to go into a restaurant during down times and seeing wait staff sitting around gossiping. I don't care how good of service you just gave me, that will definitely hurt your tips. There's always something that needs to be done so sitting is not an option while you're on the clock.
2006-10-09 12:37:36 · answer #4 · answered by cgspitfire 6 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Waitstaff that anticipate my needs (selection of steak sauces; extra napkins with especially messy foods; ketchup with any type of fried potatoes, etc), bring drink refills right before it's needed, and make sure to give me a few minutes to taste the food before they come back to ask "is everything okay?" get the best tips from me. Oh, and don't make people wait for the check, bring it shortly after the first re-visit to the table. Always repeat back to the customer what they have ordered to make sure you got it right, but don't wait until the whole table has ordered, work one on one with each guest at the table, one at a time.
2006-10-09 12:42:32 · answer #5 · answered by Legs 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I guess it's apparent that the reason for good tipping varies among what the customer thinks is important.
For me it's not so much the service but the sense of comfort I get.
I need to be able to feel like I'm welcome in the restaurant.
I also need to be able to ask for stupid things like another fork or another plate without the waitress sighing or rolling their eyes.
2006-10-09 12:49:26 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Smiling....
I know that sounds too simple to work, but I can't tell you how often I eat out and my waitress has a scowl or a stressed out look on her face. A nice smile sets the mood for a good lunch/dinner.
Also, I hate being rushed. I know your time is money, especially during lunch rushes, but a big turnoff is the feeling we are being rushed into a decision.
2006-10-09 12:40:12 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
Usually going that extra mile. Like if it is a self serve restaurant, and you need a knife, you ask, they tell you they are by the food bar, but then they insist that they will get it for you, and they do in a timely manner.
Coming by often (but ofcourse, not TOO often) to check if everything is okay & bring refills when you see their drink is about 3/4 empty.
2006-10-09 12:40:13 · answer #8 · answered by StarrLee 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Be friendly, make sure the food you're delivering looks good, and above all don't leave all the dirty dishes on my table. That drives me crazy to have to keep moving things I'm done with around just so I can finish my meal!
2006-10-09 12:39:19 · answer #9 · answered by KB 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I agree with everyone, but I would like to add one extra one. appearance and hygiene is very important to me. I don't mean looks! I mean clean clothes, bathed and wash you hands alot.Nothing turns people off than someone who comes to your table all fruppled and has b.o. that makes you wonder what they do behind the scene.
2006-10-09 13:12:39 · answer #10 · answered by fatbrat64 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋