PICTURES: Stellenbosch Waiter Receives R10,000 Tip, Sparking Tipping Debate
Stellenbosch customer tips waiter R10k
Tipping remains a hot topic in South Africa and around the world, with strong opinions on how much to tip and whether tips should be included in the total bill.
In a recent surprising event, a customer at The Thirsty Scarecrow in Stellenbosch left a staggering R10,000 tip for waiter Godwin, igniting conversations about tipping culture.
The restaurant shared the exciting news on social media, stating, “We just wanted to share this absolutely special moment.
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Our waiter Godwin received the most generous tip of R10,000! Moments like these remind us of the incredible connections we build with our guests.
A huge thank you to the kind soul who made this possible, changing an individual’s life today. Thank you, Godwin, for your hard work and dedication!”
Godwin’s boss, Kelly Zetier, praised him for his dedication and positive attitude, saying, “His ability to connect with our guests makes him an invaluable part of our family.
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Godwin consistently goes above and beyond to ensure that every customer has a memorable experience.”
This generous tip is not an isolated incident. In 2023, another waiter received a remarkable R21,903 tip after a customer spent over R182,000 on drinks in one night.
Similarly, a patron at Rockets Club in Umhlanga Rocks tipped R11,450 after a night out costing R114,500, which included a variety of expensive drinks like Tequila Don and Veuve Clicquot.
However, the viral receipt showed that the customer splurged a huge chunk of his money on booze, which included:
- 1 Red Bull R58
- 1 BTL Tequila Don R16 000
- 6 Indian Toni R180
- 6 Ginger Ale R180
- 3 Aces Brut R42 000
- 3 Aces Demi R48 600
- 3 Veuve Clicqt Y R7500
Such generous tipping moments continue to trend on social media, sparking further discussions about the culture of tipping and the impact it has on service industry workers.
