Working in the hospitality sector can be a challenging and exhausting role, needing stamina and a great deal of patience. Regrettably, it's often alleged that waitstaff, particularly in certain countries, are overworked and underpaid.
In some nations, wages are so low that staff depend on customer tips to supplement their income. For instance, in the US, tipping is a customary practice, regardless of the quality of service received.
In other countries, tipping might be reserved for exceptionally good experiences at restaurants, cafés and bars etc. It's undeniable that many customer service workers would happily accept a tip, whether it's expected or not.
Recently, a waitress named Rakel shared a video on her TikTok account, La Hostelera Cabreada (the angry caterer), demonstrating a technique she employs to encourage customers to leave a larger tip - without them even realising.
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