In most restaurants, a large party will have gratuity added to the bill. But, that does not mean that this is the right amount to tip (it may be too high or too low) and it does not mean that you have to pay for it at that level If you pay gratuity in the final bill of your service provided for your wedding, should you give a tip on top of this to the service provider?
However, which services rate a tip and how much is reasonable? It is also important to know when to tip. There are a number of different opportunities when you will have to give a tip. Some of these times are listed here and deserve attention.
Some service providers may already include a tip in the final bill. These vendors include the banquet managers, waiters, bridal consultants, the caterer, and bartenders. A tip of about 15% is usually acceptable. However it should only be given if the service is above the standards of excellence since you are already being billed for a gratuity.
Should you tip the limousine Driver? The answer is, yes, but check the original contract to see if the tip is already included there. If it is included then, no. If it is not included, then a 15% gratuity is appropriate.
Florists, musicians and photographers are vendors that usually deserve a tip. If they do not list a gratuity in the contract, then a of 15% or even 20% is appreciated. For excellent service a larger gratuity is also proper and welcome.
Ministers, Priests, and Rabbis. This is one tip never to be forgotten as it is not usually provided elsewhere. The groom should give this tip which should be given by the best man to the wedding official. Generally, this amount should not be less than $150. While it is considered a donation, it should always be provided. If under contract with the Wedding Planner then the amount could be less. If the Wedding Officiant has a set fee then the fee should be the minimum amount and a tip should be 15% of that amount.
Civil Service. Since there is no cost set here, it is appropriate to provide a tip of $50 to $100 for the civil servant that is providing the service. Often, there is a suggested donation posted in these offices.
Tipping should not be something that is forgotten. If the groom can not remember to do the tipping, then the best man should step in. It is necessary to show appreciation and follow proper etiquette for tipping. - 16069
However, which services rate a tip and how much is reasonable? It is also important to know when to tip. There are a number of different opportunities when you will have to give a tip. Some of these times are listed here and deserve attention.
Some service providers may already include a tip in the final bill. These vendors include the banquet managers, waiters, bridal consultants, the caterer, and bartenders. A tip of about 15% is usually acceptable. However it should only be given if the service is above the standards of excellence since you are already being billed for a gratuity.
Should you tip the limousine Driver? The answer is, yes, but check the original contract to see if the tip is already included there. If it is included then, no. If it is not included, then a 15% gratuity is appropriate.
Florists, musicians and photographers are vendors that usually deserve a tip. If they do not list a gratuity in the contract, then a of 15% or even 20% is appreciated. For excellent service a larger gratuity is also proper and welcome.
Ministers, Priests, and Rabbis. This is one tip never to be forgotten as it is not usually provided elsewhere. The groom should give this tip which should be given by the best man to the wedding official. Generally, this amount should not be less than $150. While it is considered a donation, it should always be provided. If under contract with the Wedding Planner then the amount could be less. If the Wedding Officiant has a set fee then the fee should be the minimum amount and a tip should be 15% of that amount.
Civil Service. Since there is no cost set here, it is appropriate to provide a tip of $50 to $100 for the civil servant that is providing the service. Often, there is a suggested donation posted in these offices.
Tipping should not be something that is forgotten. If the groom can not remember to do the tipping, then the best man should step in. It is necessary to show appreciation and follow proper etiquette for tipping. - 16069
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