To Tip or Not to Tip!
Last week we had our Level Up Masterminds meetup in Tacoma, for business owners. Someone asked when it’s appropriate to tip and how much?
What are your standards and how much do you tip for which situation?
After doing some research, here’s what I found:
Restaurants and Bars:
- Servers, Bartenders: 15-20% of bill (Compensates for lower wage structure)
- Buffet Servers: 10% of bill (Less interaction but still providing service)
- Togo Orders: 10% of bill (Packing and preparing orders)
- Delivery: 10-15% of bill (Convenience and travel effort)
Transportation Services:
- Taxi Drivers, Rideshare Services: 10-15% of fare (Service quality and convenience)
- Shuttle Drivers: $1-2 per person (Handling luggage and convenience)
Hotel Industry:
- Bellhops: $1-5 per bag (Physical effort in handling luggage)
- Housekeeping: $2-5 per night (Maintaining room cleanliness)
- Concierge: Varies based on service (e.g., $5-20) (Personalized service and effort)
Personal Services:
- Hairdressers, Barbers: 15-20% of service (Skill and personal care)
- Manicurists: 15-20% of service (Detail-oriented personal care)
- Massage Therapists: 15-20% of service (Physical effort and skill)
Coffee/Barista:
- $1-2 per visit or small percentage of the bill (Quick service and craftsmanship)
Home/Owner-Centric Vendors (Typically not tipped as they are often contracted services with agreed-upon rates. However, exceptional service or effort may warrant a tip at the homeowner's discretion):
- Contractors, Electricians, Plumbers
- HVAC Technicians
- Landscapers (for regular maintenance)
- Pest Control
- Home Cleaning Services (regular service; one-time deep cleanings might be an exception)
- Appliance Repair Technicians
- Handyman Services
Other Services:
- Food Delivery: 10-15% of bill (Convenience and travel)
- Movers: $10-20 per mover (Physical effort and care for belongings; varies)
This list reflects general practices in tipping, highlighting industries where tips form a significant part of the workers' income due to lower base pay or the nature of the service provided. In contrast, skilled trades or contracted services typically do not expect tips as payment reflects the agreed contract for the service provided.
So… Do you agree or disagree with these? Open to feedback & discrepancies!
Last week we had our Level Up Masterminds meetup in Tacoma, for business owners. Someone asked when it’s appropriate to tip and how much?
What are your standards and how much do you tip for which situation?
After doing some research, here’s what I found:
Restaurants and Bars:
- Servers, Bartenders: 15-20% of bill (Compensates for lower wage structure)
- Buffet Servers: 10% of bill (Less interaction but still providing service)
- Togo Orders: 10% of bill (Packing and preparing orders)
- Delivery: 10-15% of bill (Convenience and travel effort)
Transportation Services:
- Taxi Drivers, Rideshare Services: 10-15% of fare (Service quality and convenience)
- Shuttle Drivers: $1-2 per person (Handling luggage and convenience)
Hotel Industry:
- Bellhops: $1-5 per bag (Physical effort in handling luggage)
- Housekeeping: $2-5 per night (Maintaining room cleanliness)
- Concierge: Varies based on service (e.g., $5-20) (Personalized service and effort)
Personal Services:
- Hairdressers, Barbers: 15-20% of service (Skill and personal care)
- Manicurists: 15-20% of service (Detail-oriented personal care)
- Massage Therapists: 15-20% of service (Physical effort and skill)
Coffee/Barista:
- $1-2 per visit or small percentage of the bill (Quick service and craftsmanship)
Home/Owner-Centric Vendors (Typically not tipped as they are often contracted services with agreed-upon rates. However, exceptional service or effort may warrant a tip at the homeowner's discretion):
- Contractors, Electricians, Plumbers
- HVAC Technicians
- Landscapers (for regular maintenance)
- Pest Control
- Home Cleaning Services (regular service; one-time deep cleanings might be an exception)
- Appliance Repair Technicians
- Handyman Services
Other Services:
- Food Delivery: 10-15% of bill (Convenience and travel)
- Movers: $10-20 per mover (Physical effort and care for belongings; varies)
This list reflects general practices in tipping, highlighting industries where tips form a significant part of the workers' income due to lower base pay or the nature of the service provided. In contrast, skilled trades or contracted services typically do not expect tips as payment reflects the agreed contract for the service provided.
So… Do you agree or disagree with these? Open to feedback & discrepancies!