Re: Question about tipping when store employees he... - Page 3

Danky2 · ‎08-15-2022

@kaydee50 wrote:
We don't have a car so I wouldn't know about this particular situation but if I did have a car and a store employee helped me with my groceries, I doubt I would give him/her anything unless he/she did something exceptional. What else does this employee do? I would expect helping customers would be part of the job description.

I am curious......how do you manage without a car ?

JeanLouiseFinch · ‎10-03-2011

Flame away, but if the employee is on the clock and being paid accordingly, I don't see why they would need to be tipped in this situation.

ECBG · ‎01-08-2011

I get my groceries put in the back of the car because I have a sciatic nerve issue. There is no tipping at our grocery store.

Tori3569 · ‎06-27-2010

Whenever this question has come up, it always results in those who tip and those who think it's part of the person's job. What I have taken away from these threads is that there appears to be a regional aspect to this--local custom, whatever it may be called.

In the end, it's a personal choice and everyone should do what they feel is right. What I do in NYC is probably very different than what I might do if I lived elsewhere and had different experiences while growing up

skatting44 · ‎07-26-2019

No, I don't . All this attitude with people now a days demanding / expecting a tip for just

doing the job they are already receiving a salary for is so pathetic.

You can check with the store , but honestly if there is an employee who is extra nice and you want to do something give them a cup cake .

I load all my own items or my husband does , except on a occasion when I am alone buying bags of garden mulch or raised bed garden soil that are wet from rain which makes them much heavier. I have had numerous people that I did not know help me llift garden supplies in my vehicle . There are many gentlemen in this world !

beach-mom · ‎03-09-2010

I think it's just part of their job. If I had a lot of heavy bags AND someone went out of their way to help me I would probably offer a small tip.

coffee drinker · ‎03-21-2010

A few months ago i was getting gas at a station where the attendant pumps for customers. My change was $3 and the young attendant asked if I wanted change. I did and got a strange look along with my change. I was sort of surprised. BTW at Christmas time we always give the attendant (not this one) a $20 bill. This young man is so nice, friendly and respectful.

PickyPicky3 · ‎10-22-2018

At Darden restaurants like Olive Garden and the newly acquired Ruth's Chris, the designated curbside carrier receives a higher hourly wage than indoor table servers.

Putting your order in a bag, checking that it's complete and carrying it to your car takes maybe five minutes. So different than waiting on you for a leisurely hour-long dinner.

AngelPuppy1 · ‎03-13-2010

@AuntMame

I only had to have help a couple times, so I'm not up on all that is expected these days. However, when I did get help I did tip. I think it's good to offer a couple $$ for the help.

"A day without sunshine is like, you know, night." - Steve Martin

kaydee50 · ‎02-07-2011

@Danky2 wrote:
@kaydee50 wrote:
We don't have a car so I wouldn't know about this particular situation but if I did have a car and a store employee helped me with my groceries, I doubt I would give him/her anything unless he/she did something exceptional. What else does this employee do? I would expect helping customers would be part of the job description.

I am curious......how do you manage without a car ?

I have lived most of my life in large cities so need for a car. We walk everywhere and have a "dolly" to carry heavy items. We also have the option of having items delivered.