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Tipping |
Here are some guidelines for tipping the many wedding professionals that will help make your wedding day perfect.
Place tips in envelopes prior to your wedding, so that you can simply hand each individual an envelope.
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| Who gets a tip |
When to tip |
How much to tip |
Banquet Manager or
Site Manager |
The best man tips them at the end of the reception. |
15 - 20 % of the food bill. |
| Bartenders |
At the end of the reception, the best man offers the tip. |
10 -15 % of total liquor bill, if there is an open bar. The tip is often automatically included, so make sure you are not double tipping! |
| Coatroom Attendant (optional) |
Usually arranged in advance by you. |
$ .50 - $1 per coat. |
| DJ, Band (optional) |
At the end of the reception, the best man offers the tip. |
5 - 10% (If there is more than one person, each person should get a tip.) |
| Limo Driver |
After he drops you off at the reception site, the best man usually tips the driver. |
15 - 20 % of total bill. |
| Parking Attendants (optional) |
Usually arranged in advance by you. |
$ .50 - $1 per car. |
| Powder Room Attendant (optional) |
Usually arranged in advance by you. |
$ .50 - $1 per guest. |
| Wait Staff |
The Banquet Manager or Site Manager usually shares their tip with the wait staff. You should check with the site manager ahead of time. |
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