Random Tipping different People (13 items)

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  (#6) Valet - $2 When They Bring You Your Car

  Being a valet may seem simple, but it is by no means easy. Valets work in all weather, and are usually employed at places where parking is difficult or must be done far away. So it's considered customary to tip the person who is sprinting half-a-mile through a downpour, in order to bring your car right up to the curb for you.

  Tipping your valet $2 when they hand you your keys, or exit your vehicle, is as customary as saying "thank you", and it obviously means a lot more.
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  (#3) Wait Staff - 20% Of The Total Bill

  While people will sometimes say 15% is the standard tip to give your waiter, the national average is actually 19%. And in cities where the cost of living is considered higher, 20% is the norm. This is because your tips are the bulk of what your server will earn, as the federal government sets the standard minimum wage for servers at a paltry $2.13 per hour.

  If you are supremely unhappy with your server and are tempted to write something sassy on your receipt instead of a tip, consider talking to management before denying someone their salary. Basically, if you think people deserve to be paid for doing work, you should always tip - even a grumpy server - at least 15%.
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  (#10) Hotel Housekeeping - $2-$3 Per Night

  Many people don't realize tipping housekeeping is a thing, but when someone's job is to literally clean up after you, why wouldn't you want to give them a little something extra? The tip doesn't need to be much, depending on how fancy your hotel is, anywhere from $1-$5 a night is fine.

  But there are definitely some things to keep in mind when leaving your housekeeper a little something extra. For one thing, you'll want to leave a note indicating the tip is meant for them, and you'll also want to tip every night of your stay, and not just at the end, since it's likely a different cleaner is visiting your room each day.
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  (#1) Bartender - $1 Per Drink (At Least) Or 20-25% Of The Total Bill

  Bartending is no easy gig, it involves being on your feet all night, coming home smelling like stale booze, making below minimum wage, and dealing with every kind of annoying drunk you've ever met. So tipping your bartender is an absolute must, as tips also make up a majority of their income.

  When figuring out how much to reward the person who literally makes happy hour happen, it's important to consider how much work is actually involved in each drink. For a simple pint of beer, or glass of wine, $1 per pour is considered standard. For cocktails that require more steps, like a gin and tonic, $2 is considered polite. If your bartender is a mixologist who is actually grinding fresh mint into your mojito, $2-$3 or 20% of the total price of the drink is considered fair. And be sure to add extra if you receive particularly excellent service, that is why they do that, after all.
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  (#8) Spa Service Provider - 15% Of Total Cost Of The Service

  Getting a facial or massage is anything but relaxing if you're spending the entire time trying to figure out what to tip at the end. So, take a deep breath, relax, and remember this: 15-20% of the total, original cost of the service you're receiving is plenty.

  The only exception is if you're at a resort or hotel that notes gratuity is included in the price. And remember, even if you got a coupon for a discounted service, you should still tip as if you were paying full price. The spa may be giving you a discount, but the worker probably still provided you the same full-price service, so they should still be compensated for that.
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  (#13) Baristas And Other Counter Staff - Optional Depending On Service

  When you grab your morning coffee and notice a tip jar by the register, it might make you feel like tipping is mandatory. And while that's technically not the case, the person working behind the counter might feel differently.

  While tipping your barista is considered completely optional, it's definitely something they notice if you don't do. And while not all of them care much about it, if you're a frequent visitor to the same shop, it can help you build a positive relationship with someone you see every day. Or, if you're placing a larger or more complicated order than usual, throwing something in the tip jar can be a great way to show your appreciation.

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