From dine-in fees to service charges, here’s everything to know about the extra fees showing up on restaurant checks these days.
, a neighborhood restaurant that opened in January in the affluent town of Newburyport, Massachusetts, there’s a placard at every table that reads “Wait, no tipping?” Here, the $16 price tag for a pepper Jack smash burger with fried jalapeños and fries includes labor, cost of goods and operating costs, plus what would’ve been a 20% tip.
By absorbing tipping into the overall menu price and reinvesting part of what would be their cut, The Cormorant’s owners aim to pay it forward to all eight staff members—whether they work part- or full-time. Everyone gets the same rate, commensurate with experience and hours worked, translating to pay of $18 to $25 per hour. “We’re not basing our finances or accounting on whether customers will leave a tip or not,” says Katie Taricani-Hickey, one of the restaurant’s two chef-owners.
The longtime chefs considered opening a French bistro for their debut solo restaurant, but ultimately decided on the universally beloved burger—and not just because of its widespread appeal. The pair figured that with lower-cost items like burgers and fries, tip-included dining would induce less sticker shock, and ease people into a perhaps unfamiliar business model.
So far, the bet has paid off. Diners keep coming back—and people tip around 10% on top of the included charges, to boot. If there’s an “employee benefits” or “pay equity” fee on your check, tipping is probably still expected. These fees are usually 3–5%, but sometimes go higher.
Brasil Últimas Notícias, Brasil Manchetes
Similar News:Você também pode ler notícias semelhantes a esta que coletamos de outras fontes de notícias.
The top 10 cartoons about top secret leaksCartoonists from across the country react to a leak of classified documents distributed on Discord, a social media and gaming app, plus more of the funniest cartoons of the week.
Consulte Mais informação »
The top 10 cartoons about top secret leaksCartoonists from across the country react to a leak of classified documents distributed on Discord, a social media and gaming app, plus more of the funniest cartoons of the week.
Consulte Mais informação »
Book review: 'Tip Line' whodunit that combines romance and serial killings'I just wanted to get married. Start my life like anyone else,' Virginia declares in the opening paragraph of Vanessa Cuti's debut novel, 'The Tip Line.' So she takes a job at the local police department, 'the perfect place,' her mother says, 'to find a nice man.'
Consulte Mais informação »
Faith lifted Pittsburgh Jews in long wait for massacre trialThree Jewish congregations in Pittsburgh are still waiting for justice four and a half years after the massacre that changed everything. On Oct. 27, 2018, a gunman invaded the Tree of Life synagogue and killed 11 worshippers from three congregations. On Monday, jury selection is scheduled to begin in the federal trial of the suspect on charges including hate crimes resulting in death. But the three congregations have not been standing still in the years since the deadliest antisemitic attack in U.S. history. They have resolutely defied the hatred that tried to destroy them. They have practiced their faith boldly, fought for gun safety policies and honored the dead.
Consulte Mais informação »
Faith lifted Pittsburgh Jews in long wait for massacre trialThree Jewish congregations in Pittsburgh are still waiting for justice four and a half years after the massacre that changed everything
Consulte Mais informação »
The (unofficial) 2024 election: Why some presidential hopefuls wait to announceSome big-name Republicans are in 2024 campaign mode with attacks on rivals, TV ads and events in early primary states — all before they announce a formal bid.
Consulte Mais informação »