Tip Calculator is an application calculating a tip, an extra money for good service.
Quickly and easily:
• calculate the amount of a tip based on the total bill
• split it between the number of people
While tipping is not mandatory in most of the United States, it is customary in many circumstances for service, especially at almost all sit-down restaurants which offer table service.
Keep in mind that those who provide service are often dependent on tip income and generally are grateful for any tips received, especially when prompt and exceptional service has
General Tipping Guidelinesbeen:
RESTAURANTS:
• Wait service (sit down) - 15-20%, pre-tax
• Wait service (buffet) - 10%, pre-tax
• Host or Maitre d' - No obligation for greeting you and showing you to your table. $10-$20 for going above and beyond to find you a table on a busy night or on occasion, if you are a regular patron
• Take Out - No obligation 10% for extra service (curb delivery) or a large, complicated order
• Home Delivery - 10-15% of the bill, $2-5 for pizza delivery depending on the size of the order and difficulty of delivery
• Bartender - $1-2 per drink or 15-20% of the tab
• Tipping jars - No obligation. Tip occasionally if your server or barista provides a little something extra or if you are a regular customer.
• Restroom Attendant - $0.50-$3, depending on the level of service
• Valet - $2-$5 Tip when the car is returned to you.
TRAVEL:
• Skycap - $2 first bag, $1 per additional bag
• Doorman - A smile and a "thanks" when he opens the door $1-$4 for carrying luggage $1-$2 for hailing cab (add an extra $1 if it's raining), $1-$4 beyond the call of duty
• Bellhop - $2 first bag, $1 per additional bag, $2-3 for each additional service, such as room delivery
• Housekeeper - $2-$5 per day, left daily with a note marked "Housekeeping - Thank you"
• Concierge - No obligation for answering questions, $5-10 for tickets or restaurant reservations, $15 for hard-to-get tickets or reservations, or 10-20% of the ticket price
• Taxi driver - 15-20% of the fare, but minimally $1, $2 for the first bag, $1 for the second
SPA:
• Hair Salon - 15-20%, ask to be split among those who served you
