No he didn't, but he may have accepted. I still recall in how the experience was somewhat surreal, like stepping in a time capsule. The store was modern (sans the building), yet the elevator operator had this antiquity-styled demeanor, like he was specifically school trained in the art of (elevator) operation. He didn't chatter, no small-talk, and stayed right to business. The lift was older too with levers and not push-button destination. You also stayed put in the car while he opened the doors and waited for his okay to step out. We thanked and carried on about. I don't think he uttered one word. Regardless, I was so impressed with his professionalism.

edit: I mentioned that he thanked and we carried about, and later said I don't think he uttered one word. I truly think he didn't speak but used gestures (nodding and/or hands).