Originally Posted by
best
Either those who have: A--worked in the service industry, or B ---those who have not :
How do you politely, clearly and diplomatically communicate UP Front that you will tip according to the above expressed standards ?
( because afterwards it is too late)
I'm slightly confused by the question. Are you asking how you let the server know that you're tipping before tax as opposed to after tax so they don't get upset? Or are you asking how you subtly communicate that you're a "good table"?
Chris