We are working with a wonderful venue for our wedding next year in NYC. When we visited, the manager explained that they pay their staff generous wages and their price is all inclusive, so there are no additional costs we need to pay above the contract and tax. And that if someone goes above and beyond, we are welcome to give them a tip that night. I took a look at the contract and it does say "Patron, in his or her discretion, has the option of leaving Tip/Gratuity for the Executive staff; however tips are not required".
The Executive staff part is bold, so I assume that means there is no need to tip each waitstaff, etc. I guess executive staff includes Head Chef, Day of Coordinator, maybe Bartenders? Has anyone seen this before? Who do you think should be included in the "executive staff" and how much do they each get?
(This is only for the reception/catering venue, all other outside vendors we will go with normal guidelines)
Thanks!
