Money: Today, I was waitering at the restaurant that I work at when...

By brhorton02 - 06/04/2009 14:42 - United States

Today, I was waitering at the restaurant that I work at when I collected a credit card bill that was worth $120 and a big zero on the tip line. Angered, I turned to a co-worker and said "I knew this asshole wasn't going to tip me." The guy was standing right behind me with $30 in his hand. FML

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By richgirl - 25/02/2010 00:15 - United States

Today, I was doing takeout orders at the restaurant I work at. I spent a long while putting together this guy's $135.00 order. When he finally got there to pick it up, I told him to fill out the credit card slip. I looked at it after he left. He gave me a 40 cent tip. FML

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Just the tip

By Anonymous - 28/06/2009 18:43 - United States

Today, I went into work to waitress on a table of 40 guests. They were my only table for the day and the bill came to over 700 dollars. After they left the busser was cleaning the table and threw out the credit card receipt which had my tip on it. FML

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By ismerf19 - 22/12/2010 00:05

Today, I was working in a restaurant. On the receipt under "tip" someone actually took the time to write out "$0.00." FML

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By Anonymous - 10/11/2012 07:23 - United States

Today, while at work, a customer gave me a $20 tip. I explained to him we aren't allowed to accept tips, but he insisted. When I called the manager to report it, he pocketed my tip. FML

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By Misunderstood Waitress - 06/11/2012 22:37 - United States

Today, I was waitressing for a huge family. Their bill was $750. Excited about the tip, I was shocked to see only $0.50. As they were leaving, I threw the two whole quarters at their heads. Guess who also got fired today. FML

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Tipped off

By Anonymous - 30/09/2014 23:42 - United States - Richmond

Today, I was taking a table's order. After I finished, the guy told me, "Just FYI, I'm not a tipper." Trying to lighten up the situation, I replied, "It's amazing how many people forget I handle their food." He complained to the manager that I'd threatened him. FML

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By aw-wtf - 11/08/2009 17:57 - United States

Today, at work, a man bought a lot of really expensive stuff. He paid the large bill with cash, and the manager helped me count the money. When we were done, he handed me a $100 bill to thank me for all the help. We can't accept tips. The manager was next to me. I had to say no. FML

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By Anonymous - 10/10/2012 01:57 - United States - Rancho Santa Margarita

Today, a customer handed me a 100 dollar bill. He then told me that it was my tip for doing a good job. He snatched it away just as I touched it, laughed, and said, "Just kidding." He then took his money and left the store. FML

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By scribbler8 - 14/10/2011 09:35 - Canada

Today, at work, a customer asked for my number. When I declined, he made a huge scene, shouting and scaring other customers. He tipped me seven cents. FML

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Tipping point

By BagBoy - 13/11/2013 06:42 - United States

Today, I was taking out a customer's groceries when he offered me a $5 tip. I told him I couldn't accept, since it's against store policy, but thanked him anyway. He called me an asshole just as my boss was walking to his car, who then yelled at me for it. FML

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PTERONOPHOBIA 0

Monday 6 April 2009 23:18

That was stupid. Plenty of people pay tips with cash instead, myself included.

suadelaaa 0

Monday 6 April 2009 23:18

I hope he threw the money in your face. Ha, no I don't. I hope he gave the money to your co-worker.

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damn_man 0

Thursday 9 April 2009 10:25

Hooray for Australia. We don't tip as a general thing - only if the service is particularly good.

egaonogenki 0

Friday 10 April 2009 7:06

Next time, HE HAD BETTER WRITE "CASH" ON THE TIP LINE!

sissysmith 0

Friday 17 April 2009 7:24

okay, seriously guys...... servers make $2.50 an hour, we get $0 paychecks, as our hourly wage only covers taxes. look it up, people. tipping isnt "a nice thing to do" it is our only pay. it is irresponsible to complain about customers on the floor, duh, but i still dont understand all these people saying that tipping is optional. i am always respectful of my customers and generally walk with 15-20 percent of my sales in tips. however, ive been stiffed too over the years and it is seriously frustrating after doing my best to take care of people.

btrswt 0

Saturday 18 April 2009 5:57

Wow. Hope you got fired.

wildchild69 0

Monday 20 April 2009 4:01

I prefer tipping in cash, even when paying by credit card...you are not having to report it then.

24788 6

Wednesday 29 April 2009 6:47

I'd be more patient next time. You don't know someones intent until they've left.

theresa2012 0

Friday 1 May 2009 23:53

$30 is an awesome tip too! but you don't deserve it =/

wolfmaster757 0

Friday 15 May 2009 5:46

stupid. never talk about customers until AFTER they've left.

Mr_Resetti 0

Sunday 31 May 2009 8:34

It seems to me that he was considering paying you zero, but had a change of heart after he wrote "zero" on the check. I hope you were able to explain.