Suggested Tipping Guidelines
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Q. Who and how much do I tip on wedding day?
A. Gratuities are almost always added into the final bill, whether you have hired a private catering company or are using one of the finest hotel facilities. Although tipping is generally expected, it is never required - it is simply a personal expression of gratitude for service given and appreciated. How much to tip or whom to tip is always at your discretion. Here are some general guidelines:
• Maitre d: $300-$1500, based on service and number of guests. It’s usually $2 - $3 per guest.
• Banquet, catering or site manager: $100-$300, based on service and number of guests. This is usually $1 per guest.
• Catering staff (includes bartenders): 15-20% of food cost and for special service.
• Coatroom attendants: $0.50-$2 per guest.
• Delivery People (from the florist, bakery, party rental, tent set up crew, etc.): $10 - $20 to each delivery person.
• Limousine or other driver: 15% - 20% of total bill. Make sure to check contract to see whether gratuity has or has not been included.
• Ceremony musicians: 15% of fee
• Reception musicians: $25-$50 per member, paid at the end of the reception.
• Officiant: $75-$150 and up. If clergy, ask secretary for guidelines.
• Parking attendants: $0.50-$2 per car or 15% of bill.
• Photographer / Videographer: If the photographer or videographer isn’t the owner and is an assistant or a second shooter. $25 to $50 each.
• Powder room attendants: $0.50-$2 per guest
• Make-up / Hair Artist/ Nails: 15% -20% of total cost.
• Coordinator’s assistant(s) ~ $75 - $150
Q. Who and how much do I tip on wedding day?
A. Gratuities are almost always added into the final bill, whether you have hired a private catering company or are using one of the finest hotel facilities. Although tipping is generally expected, it is never required - it is simply a personal expression of gratitude for service given and appreciated. How much to tip or whom to tip is always at your discretion. Here are some general guidelines:
• Maitre d: $300-$1500, based on service and number of guests. It’s usually $2 - $3 per guest.
• Banquet, catering or site manager: $100-$300, based on service and number of guests. This is usually $1 per guest.
• Catering staff (includes bartenders): 15-20% of food cost and for special service.
• Coatroom attendants: $0.50-$2 per guest.
• Delivery People (from the florist, bakery, party rental, tent set up crew, etc.): $10 - $20 to each delivery person.
• Limousine or other driver: 15% - 20% of total bill. Make sure to check contract to see whether gratuity has or has not been included.
• Ceremony musicians: 15% of fee
• Reception musicians: $25-$50 per member, paid at the end of the reception.
• Officiant: $75-$150 and up. If clergy, ask secretary for guidelines.
• Parking attendants: $0.50-$2 per car or 15% of bill.
• Photographer / Videographer: If the photographer or videographer isn’t the owner and is an assistant or a second shooter. $25 to $50 each.
• Powder room attendants: $0.50-$2 per guest
• Make-up / Hair Artist/ Nails: 15% -20% of total cost.
• Coordinator’s assistant(s) ~ $75 - $150
