Have you ever thought about how much servers actually make? Amanda, a hardworking server at a Texas Roadhouse in New York, recently shared her hourly pay and tips on TikTok. And it sparked a heated debate about tipping culture.
Meet Amanda, the Server at Texas Roadhouse
Amanda, known as @amanda4xx on TikTok, has been working as a server at a Texas Roadhouse in New York. The restaurant is popular and known for its delicious steak meals, similar to other chain restaurants like Applebee’s or TGI Fridays. For a mouth-watering steak dinner, you’d pay around $22.
Calculating Amanda’s Earnings
Amanda had a 3-hour shift on a Friday evening. Even though we don’t know the exact start time, we can tell from the receipts that she worked on Friday, August 4, 2023, starting around 6:00 p.m. Dinner shifts are typically busy on weekends, so it was likely a promising evening for Amanda.
Here’s a breakdown of Amanda’s earnings from that shift:
- $12 tip on a $48 check
- $20 tip on a $101 check
- $9 tip on a $46 check
- $30 tip on a $130 check
- $7 tip on a $49 check
- $22 tip on a $113 check
- $32 tip on a $127 check
- $12 tip on a $62 check
- $25 tip on a $74 check
Most of Amanda’s tips were paid via credit card, and she was owed $95.14 by the restaurant. When you consider her hourly pay of $9.00, Amanda’s total earnings for her shift came out to $150.14, which averages to $59.00 per hour. Impressive, right?
The Controversy Surrounding Tipping
The comment section under Amanda’s TikTok video was a mixed bag. Some people believed that tipping culture was getting out of control. They argued that servers shouldn’t receive such high tips. Others suggested that instead of tipping the servers, they would rather tip the cooks. There was confusion about the perception that waiting tables is easy.
Amanda Stays Strong
Despite the negative comments, Amanda remains undeterred. In her next TikTok video, she revealed her earnings from another 4-hour shift. And guess what? Amanda essentially made $50.00 per hour. It seems like the criticism didn’t affect her tips at all.
Amanda’s determination and hard work are truly inspiring. She is a testament to the challenges and rewards faced by servers. Her story makes us reflect on our own views on tipping culture.
What Are Your Thoughts on Tipping?
Have you ever thought about tipping culture? Do you think it’s out of control or do you believe servers deserve their tips? Join the conversation and share your thoughts!
