| Earning gratuities is common in many types of | | | | never answers me when I ask for something. |
| businesses. The one that generally comes to mind | | | | She does bring it, but she never says she will be |
| is the food and drink industry. It is customary to | | | | right back with it or anything. That makes me feel |
| leave tips for those that offer you such service. | | | | like I am bothering her and therefore she doesn't |
| In the minds of many though it is something they | | | | get as nice of a tip as what I leave for other |
| earn and not something they are simply entitled | | | | waitresses. |
| to. With so many people sharing that same | | | | Pay attention to what is going on with your |
| philosophy it is important to understand some of | | | | customers. If their drinks are running low refill |
| the tips for earning gratuities. If you depend on | | | | them before they get all the way empty. I don't |
| them for a living them it is even more important. | | | | know about you, but not having a drink in front |
| Take the time to learn all there is about your job. | | | | of me to sip on as I enjoy my meal is a pet |
| Even if you have experience you will find each | | | | peeve. Clear away dishes as they are finished |
| business operates somewhat differently. Learn | | | | with them so that they aren't crowded. If you |
| what the specials are, appetizers, and even the | | | | aren't sure that someone is done with a dish you |
| types of drinks that are available. Be able to | | | | should ask before you remove it. |
| answer questions about healthy entrees and | | | | Should any customers have complaints make sure |
| portion sizes as well. When customers have | | | | you carefully listen to them. Just because they |
| special requests you should already know if it is | | | | complain doesn't mean you won't be earning |
| something you can accommodate or not. | | | | gratuities from them. In fact, how you handle the |
| You will find that each of your guests has | | | | situation may decide how much they leave you. |
| different needs, so be ready for them. For | | | | Be aware of the policies and guidelines in place so |
| example at some tables extra napkins will be | | | | you are able to jump in and solve any situation |
| necessary. If you see a couple walking in with a | | | | that comes your way. Know when you need to |
| small child ask right away if you can bring them a | | | | ask for assistance from the manager or owner |
| high chair or a booster seat. Putting lids on the | | | | as well. |
| drinks for children is also very appreciated as | | | | If you like what you do then you will discover |
| there is a huge chance they will get spilled during | | | | that earning gratuities is fun and it is easy. You |
| the meal. | | | | should enjoy other people and being able to offer |
| Having a positive and outgoing attitude goes a | | | | services to them though. If you don't like the |
| long way when you are taking about earning | | | | type of work you do it is going to show to the |
| gratuities. Customers want some one that is | | | | customers. As a result your gratuities are going |
| competent but also that is friendly. At one of my | | | | to be less than what they could have otherwise |
| favorite restaurants there is a waitress that | | | | been at the end of each shift. |