Should New Jersey upend tipping culture? Restaurateurs, servers talk about legislation

Should New Jersey upend tipping culture? Restaurateurs, servers talk about legislation

Assembly bill 5433 would end the tip credit system that allows restaurants to count a portion of employees' tips toward their minimum wage.

Hospitality tip credit elimination will harm New Jersey’s restaurant owners, servers and restaurant-goers alike | Op-Ed

We are all accustomed to tipping our servers and bartenders when enjoying a meal and drinks at a dining establishment. In fact, during the pandemic, many customers tipped more frequently and generously to support service workers during the challenging time. Technology has played a role, too, as digital tablets with pre-selected tip amounts—often in the 20-25% range—have normalized higher tip percentages. Lastly, tipping has evolved from a discre…