How Do You Give 20 Percent Table Service?
Some people are never going to leave a 20 percent tip for their food server. Treat every table with respect and concern, however, and a great many will. It isn’t a difficult proposition. Follow these steps and the tip percentage you receive is bound to rise. Smile. It doesn’t sound like a big thing, but your tables will respond to your smile. Be attentive. There is a fine line between attentive and over-bearing. Try not to cross it. Anticipate the needs of your table. If someone at your table has ordered French fries with their meal, do not make them ask you for ketchup. Get the order correct. A good way to avoid confusion is to repeat the order back to the guest. Before placing the order to the kitchen, double check to make sure you’ve gotten all special orders correct. Be prompt. When the table is seated, try to greet them within the first minute. If you’re too busy to take an order, just stop by long enough to tell them you will be right with them. Check back with your table to make
