How much do waiters and busboys make in Europe?

Asked by owenburnett (183

) March 4th, 2010 from iPhone

Having a drunken discussion with friends about tipping waiters and busboys and the conversation got into how much service people make in Europe since supposedly you don’t tip in Europe. So, anyone know how much a typical waiter make in the old world?

Observing members: 0

Composing members: 0

4 Answers

I don’t know what they make but I know they make at least the minimum wage; unlike waiters and waitresses her who are paid shit and have to rely on tips to make up the difference.

janbb (63219

)“Great Answer” (1

) Flag as…

In Europe, it is not customary to tip waiters. They usually earn minimum wage and do not expect/ rely on tips.

njnyjobs (7592

)“Great Answer” (1

) Flag as…

Minimum wage in the UK is £5.80 per hour which, given the higher cost of living in Europe compared with the US, is really not a decent living wage unless you’re still living with your parents. I usually leave a tip of about 10% for waiting staff (but not in pubs or fast-food places).

downtide (23815

)“Great Answer” (1

) Flag as…

Thanks everyone! Just the answers I needed!

owenburnett (183

)“Great Answer” (0

) Flag as…