I was given a large box of bridal magazines that i am slowly going through for the cake pictures. ive read a few articles here and there (boy im not looking forward to my kids getting married) and i have read it over and over, do not tip the photographer, florist or baker! but tip everyone else, minister, bartender, servers, etc. Why is this?

I think the reason is that you are not supposed to tip the owner of an establishment/business, just the employees. So if Duff delivers your cake you shouldnt tip him, but the Geoff brings it, slip him a few bills.

I like when people tip, however my mom say that she would not tip, because Im doing my job; however she say she will tip if that person goes beyond her way to accomdated her(sp) her especially if its short notice or if she shows up at her appt, really late. looking forward to reading other people answer

Boy I don't know about not tipping the baker
A tip is a 'thank you for *extra special* service'.
If your cake is over the top what you expected then why not tip??

TIP - "To Insure Prompt" Service

I guess I'm old school about tipping - I definately tip servers, delivery drivers and others making below min wage - and I tip well, being an ex server.

I do not tip people I've paid to do a job for me- I've already paid for that service, now if they were to go above and beyond what I expected or necessary then yes, I would tip. I don't like the "tip" jars at restaurants and coffee houses - to me that seems like begging, why would I tip someone to do their job?

As a server I went above and beyond just bringing food to a table - I made sure their food was great and they had everything they needed for a great dining experience. Anyone can take an order, it takes something a little extra to make a good server: know the product, know your customer and know what's going on at all times and communication. If I could do this with my customers then I expect the same thing when I go out.

Ok, that's my rant of the day!
Barb

Servers and bartenders get a lower hourly wage and depend on tips to make up the difference. Although I'm not sure if they pay them a lower wage when working for a caterer or in a banquet hall.

The baker sets the price for the cake and it is agreed to upfront. The price they charged should ensure that they are well compensated for their services. If someone should feel inclined to give the baker a tip - great. But as a rule - I wouldn't think it should be expected.

I do not tip based on what a person makes per hour. I tip based on the service I received.

Any tips that we receive are split among my staff. I take NONE of it.

I don't think there should be a list of who you "should" tip. A tip is a "monetary thanks for service performed ABOVE AND BEYOND what was paid for". I find it arrogant to charge this up front.

We do not expect tips. We do not charge them up front like most caterers. Any tips we get are considered just some extra recognition of the great job my crew did for the bride/client.

(And just for the record, my crews get paid double+ minimum wage. What they do is very hard work and I like to think that, tip or not, they are properly compensated for the hard work they do for me!)

I tipped the baker who did my anniversary cake. She was happy - it was just a compliment that she did a good job and I felt good about tipping her. That's what it's supposed to be - just a little extra thank you. Not a requirement.