Gratuity added on???

[Mom24Princesses]

I looked for this but didn't see it. How is the gratuity added on? Is is "set" or is it adjustable?

 

[supersnoop]

If you have six people at the table, they'll automatically add an 18% gratuity. If you have fewer people, then you'll be in control of the amount.

 

[Mom24Princesses]

Thanks - I saw something that I thought said automatic 20% was charged/added. If that was the case I needed to add to the budget. I usually do 15% for good service and 18% for great service.
The last time we were at WDW we weren't on the dining plan. We had a great server one day and I felt like I could ask her a personal question. I was wondering if the servers got to keep all the tips or if it went into some pool. She reported that she would share - at her discretion with her assistants - who were basically in training to be servers, BUT no money was automatically taken. This explains why there are some real Disney veterans serving at the table service - higher priced places. They make a nice living. HARD WORK at some more than others - ie Chief Mickey doesn't take orders or deliver food. But provided they get enough shifts, they can make a good living. (If people tip fairly). Probably more than the average WDW cast member.

 

[Pumbaa_]

Personal tipping habits is not a topic for discussion. Before this heads downhill, closing

Thank you