MemberHi Hive –
I’m getting quotes from caterers and trying to figure out the whole cost including fees, etc. Most commonly I see 20-22% service fees, with 8% tax on top of that. Am I expected to tip, too? Or does some sort of gratuity get figured in there?
Grateful for any advice! Thanks.
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MemberAt my venue, service charge = gratuity. I was told this was the case for most private clubs. Doesn’t hurt to ask though to be sure 🙂
MemberYou should ask the caterers exactly what the service charge covers, but in most cases they’ll tell you it is not a gratuity – it’s sort of like a time and labor cost. You’re not required to tip the servers on top of that but of course you can tip them if you felt the service was excellent.
MemberOur venue also automatically adds a 21% service charge. I don’t plan on tipping separately.
MemberUnless you receive excellent service from an individual, it is not customary to tip anymore than the service charge. That is just my understanding.
Memberno, u do not need to tip if there is already a service charge
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