Originally Posted by
indufan
I am curious about the zero on dropoff and whatever on return. If you want to maximize your service shouldn't you do it the other way around. If they brand you as a non-tipper on the way in, that might delay the return. After you get the car on the end...you are on your way. To Insure Promptness.
Almost no one tips on dropoff -- but even if this wasn't true, to motivation for promptness is the prospect of more tips from more cars (assuming multiple valets, the quickest one has the opportunity for more tips).