This is getting to be a tougher economic market than in the past so I will temper my remarks, but, In general it is not a good idea to work restaurants solely for tips. I have always made sure the restaurant pays to have me there. This does a couple of things:
1) I know what I will be taking home at the end of the night.
2) The waitstaff doesn't feel like my being there detracts from their tips.
3) Management looks at me with more respect because I act like a professional and I expect to be treated like one.
On the flip side I have to say I admire Snickers for going out so soon and making things happen. I was way to shy. My first restaurant gig came with the help of a Magician who was working a restaurant and needed a more flexible schedule, so I began to work when he didn't.
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