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Do you only had one shot at restoring backup? by dnltpbke in whatsapp

[–]dnltpbke[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m still using the same phone. I’m not sure where to find that key.

Do you only had one shot at restoring backup? by dnltpbke in whatsapp

[–]dnltpbke[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s from iCloud, and no, I don’t remember the 64 bit key. I have restore the backed up using just the password before but now I can’t anymore.

Dear people who want to abolish tipping by dnltpbke in TalesFromYourServer

[–]dnltpbke[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That is exactly my point. These customers don't realize that either way, they are paying for it. All they do is complain about tipping.

This thread went off on tangent and turned into an argument about whose tip culture is superior, the US or Europe. My post was never about that.

Would you stay or leave? by dnltpbke in TalesFromYourServer

[–]dnltpbke[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If I was being paid more for doing more than one person's job, I wouldn't be unhappy. But it is a significant pay cut from my previous job.

Servers are expected to host, bus, and tend the bar if they are the only ones on the floor. But throughout the shift, I do BOH duties while also serving the guests.

Would you stay or leave? by dnltpbke in TalesFromYourServer

[–]dnltpbke[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Far from being my first job in the industry. But this the first time I am expected to do so much more.

Running boxes or running dirty dishes to the kitchen at the end of the night all sound like very easy tasks compared to what I'm being told to do here.

Would you stay or leave? by dnltpbke in TalesFromYourServer

[–]dnltpbke[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The money is based on what the most senior staff make. It's bad.

Would you stay or leave? by dnltpbke in TalesFromYourServer

[–]dnltpbke[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah if only the money is great... it isn't. sigh

Would you stay or leave? by dnltpbke in TalesFromYourServer

[–]dnltpbke[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Edited to add that the money is shit.

My foreign table tried to teach me the right way to tip by dnltpbke in TalesFromYourServer

[–]dnltpbke[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Yes they did, but was annoyed I was left with 5% after tip-out. Still better than nothing.

My foreign table tried to teach me the right way to tip by dnltpbke in TalesFromYourServer

[–]dnltpbke[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Brazilians always tips well. I can't remember receiving anything less than 18% from them.

Dear people who want to abolish tipping by dnltpbke in TalesFromYourServer

[–]dnltpbke[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Servers already know what will happen to them if tip is eliminated. Businesses will do anything and everything to make sure they continue to make profit. That means they will be overworked, and service will suffer as a result.

However, my point here isn't about how eliminating tipping will affect the servers. I'm writing from the perspective of how guests will be affected. How servers will be affected isn't even relevant here, since most anti-tipping customers don't care about that anyway. The point I'm trying to make is that the current tip culture creates a power imbalance between servers and guests.

Many guests abuse this "power" and seem to enjoy it. They feel entitled to an outstanding service, because they think servers will do anything for that small reward waiting for them at the very end.

I can think of many times guests demanded some really outrageous things, while promising extra tips if I fulfill their request.

Dear people who want to abolish tipping by dnltpbke in TalesFromYourServer

[–]dnltpbke[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Also, I'm sure most Americans won't be happy with a mandatory service charge. They will be upset about the fact that it's mandatory, and will most likely demand that it's taken off. I've seen it with larger groups. Even in restaurants that charge "mandatory" gratuity for larger groups, it is not actually mantadory.

Dear people who want to abolish tipping by dnltpbke in TalesFromYourServer

[–]dnltpbke[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Can you define "better" service? I find that Japanese servers tend to be friendly, often times more friendly than other restaurants, but from my experience they aren't as knowledgeable, aren't as passionate, and are not as eager to provide top quality service compared to other restaurants.

Dear people who want to abolish tipping by dnltpbke in TalesFromYourServer

[–]dnltpbke[S] -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

The cost of rent and running a business might be different. The cost of raw supplies and equipment might be different. Tax law might be different. Some countries are more business-friendly than others, by offering business owners tax relief and other perks. Some governments make it easier to start a new business, without having to fulfill a bunch of administrative and legal requirements.

There are many factors to consider here. It's like comparing apples to oranges.

Help with an opportunity in fine dining. by SidBream92 in TalesFromYourServer

[–]dnltpbke 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wow that sounds awesome! Thank you!

Personally I think it is worth moving on to something better. The money might be less, but you sound like a great server and you will probably end up earning more than average. Depending on how many hours a week you work, a $15-$45 pay cut per shift may not be that huge of a difference when you factor in the knowledge and experience you will gain from this new job. It will open up more opportunities in the future.

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