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How Much Do You Tip The M'aitre D?

Bdmagee23 Posted:

How Much Do You Tip The M'aitre D?

What is the customary % to tip the M'aitre D or the Birdal Attendent? I have a 'service charge' that takes care of the other people.

nylisa Posted:

Re: How Much Do You Tip The M'aitre D?

The average tip for a Maitre D is $2-$4 per person.

Niecey Posted:

Re: How Much Do You Tip The M'aitre D?

We gave a lump sum that sounded right in comparison to our total bill. I think they say anywhere form $2-5 per person is average.

I had the service charge but I still gave an extra tip for the waitstaff and bridal attendant. My mom is in the business and I know not all places give that service fee to the staff and they live on tips.
Thrilled Posted:

Re: How Much Do You Tip The M'aitre D?

If you are my catering hall (John Anthony's) you demand a $500 maitre'd charge....

Bdmagee23 Posted:

Re: How Much Do You Tip The M'aitre D?

Thrilled, what do you mean demand? Is it in the contract or is that what they expect? In my contract, it says the M'aitre D tip is completely optional. I will defintely give them something, but I want them to make sure everything is perfect for that money.

Betty Posted:

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We have to pay $500 Maitr'd fee...it's in our contract.

Nicey...how did you tip them all? Individually? I used to work for a caterer and I KNOW they don't get the 18%
stacey9/27 Posted:

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I dont know i was told $2 per person.Is that right?

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