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Is everyone feeding there vendors? My hall is only $20 cheaper for vendors than it is for guests...so if I'm paying all that money to feed them they better not be expecting a big tip...especially since almost all of them are the owners. What do you guys think I should do about this?
I am definitely feeding them (my hall is 1/2 price for meals for vendors) Tips will vary based on service that day.
I am also feeding the venders! I got the impression from my hall that it is customery to feed them!
it is pretty customary to feed them.. i think you dont have to tip as much when its the owner verses a regular employee
Several vendors had it in their contract that they will be fed. I think it makes sense since people like my photographer and videographer were with me for 8 hours and you can't go 8 hours without a meal. I also fed the musicians although some of them were only there for about 5 hours. I also tipped them as well.
I agree with you that the idea of paying for expensive meals for vendors, paying their high fees and then topping all that off with a tip can be a bit much to swallow, especially when they own their own business. I would definately provide meals for the photographer and videographer, since they are usually with you for over 8 hours. I was really up in the air as to whether or not to feed my ten-piece band, since they were only performing for 4 hours. After speaking with them, I decided it was better to feed them and have them happy, but they won't be getting a big tip in addition.
So what should I tip them....can someone give me a breakdown? Remember I am already paying like $90 per vendor to feed them. Thanks girls.....I'm just trying to add up all my totals to make sure we have enough money to pay out next week.
I also plan on feeding everyone (my hall gives a reduced rate). Wouldn't expect anyone to go that long without a meal, and for my own selfish motives, if they are hungry they may not work as hard!! Also I like my vendors, and want to treat them well, as I am sure they will do the same for me.
Definetly feeding the vendors
I also will definetly feed the vendors - as for tips of course unless there really bad then oh well.
I'm feeding them (anyone working 4 hours or more, such as photo, coordinator, dj, etc) , I think it's a must-besides I don't want these people hungry and annoyed when they're working for me (many put the meal requirement right into their contract anyway) . And, it's not their fault that your hall only charges $20 less, so I would still tip them the amount you think is appropriate for the service they rendered.
