Customer's Table-Cleaning Gesture Sparks Debate On Basic Human Courtesy And The Job Responsibilities Of A Server
Random act of kindness or unspoken expectation?
Dining out has become a cherished pastime for many, providing a chance to socialize with friends and family, celebrate special occasions, or simply indulge in delicious food.
As customers, we expect the best possible experience, from the quality of the food to the ambiance of the venue. However, we often overlook the role that our servers play in creating this experience.
The server is the backbone of any restaurant or café, responsible for ensuring that customers are happy and satisfied. They take our orders, answer our questions, and go out of their way to make sure that we have an enjoyable time.
Despite this, the way we treat our servers can vary widely, and this can have a profound effect on their day and the quality of our overall experience.
One of the most debated aspects of dining out is the extent to which we should be courteous to our servers. After all, we are paying for a service, and in many cases, we are also expected to leave a tip.
This has sparked a heated discussion on social media, with some arguing that customers should treat their servers with the utmost respect and decency. Others believe that it is sufficient to pay for the service and leave a tip.
Recently, a TikTok video of a customer cleaning up the table for their server went viral, igniting a heated debate about the expectations and boundaries of customer-server relationships.
This video has shed light on the importance of treating servers with respect and has sparked a much-needed conversation about how we can make the dining experience better for everyone involved.
Check out the full story below...
A video was shared by @nicksmostcommonw on TikTok, where he can be seen cleaning up the table for his server. This has led to a discussion on the topics of "decency" and "courtesy."
@nicksmostcommonw / TikTok.comThe TikToker not only cleaned the table but also left a tip for the server.
@nicksmostcommonw / TikTok.comTo us, this appears to be a simple case of human decency: leave a reasonable tip for the servers and don't make a huge mess.
The topic sparked a lot of interest among TikTok users, who were eager to discuss it.
A mere 15 seconds
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Ouch! Shots fired at OP.
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OP couldn't resist responding.
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Some people do this for servers regularly.
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Next time you want to help a server clear the table, take note of this.
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According to this TikToker, clearing your table at a restaurant after eating should be a basic requirement.
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"Are there people out there not doing this?"
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Just so you know, waitstaff would rather you didn't stack the plates.
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Trash cans are provided for a reason... clean up after you eat!
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"I do this too... and I pick up every piece of food my kids drop."
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This commenter is not about to clean up any table and still drop a tip... H*ll no!
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Part of a waitstaff's main job is clearing the table.
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Not everyone is open to clearing their table... "Not my job."
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It's worth noting that different people have varying opinions regarding what constitutes their job responsibilities. You can see this clearly in the comments section under the video.
Some individuals believe that as customers who are paying for a service, it's not their duty to clear their table. On the other hand, there are those who view the act of clearing their table as a basic duty that everyone should perform after eating at a restaurant.
What's your stance on the matter? Do you believe that this falls under the "not my responsibility" umbrella, or do you view it as simply being courteous?
