Minimum Wage
Minimum wage is an absolute bummer. Unskilled or low wage work in America is close to fruitless. The economic crash has forced many into such jobs.
How much do you think an average waitress on minimum wage gets paid?
2 dollars and 50 cent an hour!
This is the socio economic struggle that plagues much of America. Most waiters rely on tips to get by. But how do you face people who aren't sensitive? Read on for the shocking account.
Obnoxious: Party Of Eight
A table of eight at a New Jersey restaurant handed back this bill to their waitress.
Not a 'zero dollars', not even a complaint, simply a sneering LOL in the tip slot.
Funny? Slightly. When you hear the whole story? Not so funny at all.
Read on to find out how Jessica Corinne (in total Marvel's Jessica Jones' style) confronts these mean men.
Jessica's Revenge
Jessica informed the table that the kitchen was running busier than usual and that their food would take time. She ensured a regular supply of drinks and snacks. In short, she did her job.
20% of the bill is a standard tip. This on a cost of 112 dollars? It is cruel to leave nothing but an LOL to your host.
What did the sassy Jessica Corinne do? Why she blasted them on social media of course!
Facebook Connects
This act of vengeance proved most fruitful. Jessica's post went viral on Facebook and the internet. The party of eight was exposed to the public.
Even the Mayor of New Jersey heard about this! He made a public statement, saying it was quote 'ridiculous' to not tip your waiters.
Serves them right!
Why is this a big deal? Because of how difficult the minimum wage market is.
The Waitress Wars
Waitresses earn only two dollars and 14 cents an hour if they make tips in New Jersey. This is nothing more than pocket change, certainly not enough to support yourself.
Often, even after tips, they fail to even make a minimum wage amount. Its tough out there.
The capitalist wage gap is hard. Have some respect.
Don't Be That Guy
To all those stepping out for a meal, don't be that guy!
Have some respect for those serving you, it is a hard world out there. 20% is the tipping rate, abide!
