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How much do people tip? (lemmy.ca)

submitted 1 year ago by zephyreks@lemmy.ca to c/vancouver@lemmy.ca

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I'm so lost on how to tip anymore. I remember back when 12% pre-tax was considered a really good tip, but now the kiosks recommend 20-25% (which is usually ON TOP of tax).

I already don't tip anywhere I'm not sitting down with service, but 20-25% is crazy when I'm just trying to get fed.

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[–] Cryst@lemmy.ca 3 points 1 year ago (1 children)

I'm pretty much this too. But I feel like I'm tipping 15% because I'm being guilted into feeling this is the lowest I should. 15% used to be a decent tip now it feels like I'm being judged for it.

[–] adespoton@lemmy.ca 1 points 1 year ago

If you’re being judged for it, that’s because the employees are being massively underpaid. I tend to not return to places with that atmosphere.

If the wait staff is awesome and you have a great time, tip high to show your appreciation. Tipping because you feel pressured to or because you feel sorry for the employees is self-perpetuating. Everyone loses except the business owners.