Originally Posted by dchristiva

So what? The folks who run the coffee stand at my Metro North commuter rail station put a "tip" jar next to the cash register, too, but I don't think there's any "expectation" that they are getting tipped for handing folks bagels and coffee. Putting a "tip" jar out or leaving a line for a gratuity doesn't mean there's any "expectation" for a tip. It's a chance to sucker people out of money for service no different than what's provided at any fast-food establishment.