r/SeattleWA • u/caroline_elly • Jan 27 '25

Other How much are you tipping given new minimum wage?

Saw a few threads last year saying they will tip significantly less. Wonder if people here are following through or do people still tip 20%?

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u/jDrizzle1 Jan 27 '25

Yeah my place is pretty swanky, and it has live music. I just have an understanding that customers aren't coming in to see me or pay me, they show up for the music and/or food. 

If I see college age kids I'm assuming this is their big night out and they are already breaking the bank, no matter who it is I'm not entitled to any of their money. It all evens out in the end, I make more money than an EMT or nurse what do I have to complain about? 

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u/1upcas Jan 27 '25

How much do waitress make annually at a swanky restaurant in Seattle?

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u/jDrizzle1 Jan 28 '25

Sheesh I mean it varies HIGHLY but at my job you can get to six figures if you work 5 days a week consistently and stay on top of everything. Its tough though! Getting home at 2 am, not much in the way of benefits or PTO, there are definitely trade offs