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#727 Why Am I Tipping For Coffee I Collected Myself?
On this episode of the podcast, Niall is joined by media producer AJ Walsh to debate the tipping culture row that has exploded online after a restaurant sign went viral.
The sign on the restaurant door reads:
“DEAR GUESTS, YOUR SERVER IS NOT A VOLUNTEER. THEY DON’T WORK FOR FREE. WE DON’T SERVE FOR FREE. IF YOU CAN’T AFFORD TO TIP, YOU CAN’T AFFORD TO DINE OUT.”
The message has divided opinion, with some people applauding the restaurant for standing up for hospitality staff who often work long hours dealing with difficult customers for relatively modest pay. Others say the sign is arrogant…
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