When I was waiting tables in college I noticed this big time! (And the sample size was large enough to see that trend).
2006-11-22 03:56:08 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Social Science ➔ Economics
I work with a guy from India, and I asked him about this once. It was a while ago, so I don't remember exactly, but if I recall correctly, in India waiters don't necessarily get tips because they make a living wage. If they are tipped, it's because they provided exceptional service. It's not like in America where waiters get paid sh*t because they are expected to make tips. HOWEVER I think it's a little silly to use that as an excuse when it's a well known fact that here in the US, it's kind of expected to tip for good service.... Hope that helps.
2006-11-22 04:50:50 · answer #1 · answered by Eva A 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Cultural differences. Indian and other middle eastern countries don't tip waitresses or menial labor.
2006-11-22 16:28:32 · answer #2 · answered by Steve R 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think it's because in their country they are accustomed to the woman waiting on them hand and foot. I know what you mean. I used to waitress, too.
2006-11-22 12:44:33 · answer #3 · answered by Big Bear 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
they are cheap
2006-11-22 04:40:18 · answer #4 · answered by rollindem20z 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋