Do you agree or disagree with Mr. Pink's attitude on tipping?
Feb 17, 2019 6:28:28 GMT
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Post by kingkoopa on Feb 17, 2019 6:28:28 GMT
It ought to be said that this is a cultural thing not exclusive to all nations.
I've been in a few countries that don't regard tipping in the same way. It can even be insulting in some instances. An honest "thank you" is standard for me in that department. Appreciation of good service is universal even if tipping customs vary.
I'm not totally in line with tipping being "expected." Totally in line with the fact that that's just the way we do it in the US. Good service always gets a little action from me. I'm old as the crypt-keeper now, but I started my journey in the workforce as a line cook. It's hard work. Food service as a whole is a hard job in that you need to slap on a smile at the drop of a hat.
In another job I did very excruciating manual labor. Never had to smile or be nice to anyone who wasn't my boss. People in service jobs have to cross that line, and it is difficult. Beyond that, it takes a very certain kind of patience and skill.
I do kind of get the Mr. Pink angle. I'm of the opinion that tips would be a little more generous if they weren't compulsory. Could just be me. A good bartender is like a good barber. A skill that should be appreciated if done well. A properly poured beer is always worth at least an extra buck. Makes a big difference in how much these workers can bring home. Takes (proportionately) a little to show such workers that their service is appreciated. Means a lot more than its dollar value in many cases.
I've been in a few countries that don't regard tipping in the same way. It can even be insulting in some instances. An honest "thank you" is standard for me in that department. Appreciation of good service is universal even if tipping customs vary.
I'm not totally in line with tipping being "expected." Totally in line with the fact that that's just the way we do it in the US. Good service always gets a little action from me. I'm old as the crypt-keeper now, but I started my journey in the workforce as a line cook. It's hard work. Food service as a whole is a hard job in that you need to slap on a smile at the drop of a hat.
In another job I did very excruciating manual labor. Never had to smile or be nice to anyone who wasn't my boss. People in service jobs have to cross that line, and it is difficult. Beyond that, it takes a very certain kind of patience and skill.
I do kind of get the Mr. Pink angle. I'm of the opinion that tips would be a little more generous if they weren't compulsory. Could just be me. A good bartender is like a good barber. A skill that should be appreciated if done well. A properly poured beer is always worth at least an extra buck. Makes a big difference in how much these workers can bring home. Takes (proportionately) a little to show such workers that their service is appreciated. Means a lot more than its dollar value in many cases.