But what about the times people use theself-servicemachines?
This persons casesparked a debateamong netizens about tipping when they shared their recent experience.
After ordering an iPad, the customer was asked to tip but refused.
According to the restaurant point of sale and management systemToast, rules for tipping at sit-down restaurants havent changed.
People should still tip 20% of their bill at a full-service restaurant.
But, from what the OP describes here, it seems they were at a so-called quick-service restaurant.
Theres really no serving from the employee involved, is it?
Therefore, why should people tip?
The expected tip for an exceptionally well-done service is 10% of your total bill.
Note what types of servicesserversprovide at sit-down restaurants.
Now, consider what types of services the semi self-service or a self-serve food establishment provide you with.
In some quick-serve restaurants, the worker might bring the food to your table or clean up after you.
Others might have beautiful decor; take all this into consideration and tip accordingly.
Without tips, many food workers may not earn a living wage.
And when youre tipping an iPad, it doesnt mean the money goes to the machine.
Workers might get the tips that get generated during their shifts.
That means for some workers, tips arent extra gratuities.
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