Do restaurant tips go to the workers?

[TradCat]

The Independent has a story showing how management cheat workers out of their tips in Britain.

http://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/ho ... 67634.html

Does anyone know if the situation is similar here?

[The OD]

The Independent has a story showing how management cheat workers out of their tips in Britain.

http://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/ho ... 67634.html

Does anyone know if the situation is similar here?

A little unconnected, but I was told that if someone skips out on their restaurant bill, the waiting person is liable for their bill?!? Can anyone confirm if this is true, seems to be a bit OTT?

[bm42]

I try to leave cash for tips even when paying by credit/debit card. That way theres a sporting chance of the tip going to the staff. If it's included in a credit/debit card transaction, the chance of the establishment handing it over to staff is very slim.

[Centurian]

If there is a service charge included there is NO need to leave a tip. Tipping is an appalling American practice that should be stamped out.

[DaveM]

Always tip in cash. Effectively that's the only way that the waiting staff can trouser the cash without being hit for tax or greedy managers who want a cut. Remember you're tipping for good service by the waiting staff so it's only right that you do so in a way that gives them the best chance of being able to keep the money themselves. If the service is as you would expect tip the average (usually 10 - 12.5%). If it's less than expected tip less and if it's better tip more. But always, always tip in cash.

[White Horse]

I only ever leave a cash tip and make sure I give it to the waiter who served me.

[wysiwyg]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q5ODhIFawfs

[myk]

Always tip in cash. Effectively that's the only way that the waiting staff can trouser the cash without being hit for tax or greedy managers who want a cut.

ah so you facilitate tax evasion?

does anyone know if the Revenue go after tips for tax? I know the IRS in the US do.

[markeys]

I used own a resturant. I made sure all the tips went to the staff, even the ones on credit cards. Its just pure greed to be taking their tips.

Plus I remember when I worked in hotels, the tips meant the world to me

[Greenandred]

If there is a service charge included there is NO need to leave a tip. Tipping is an appalling American practice that should be stamped out.

Even a euro or two makes a big difference to someone like me, who works in a restaurant and doesn't have much to spare. Mandatory tipping is awful, I agree, but if your waiter is competent and friendly, then they deserve something.