noun a sum of money given to someone for their services beyond what is due or usual
In the hospitality industry, gratuity is commonly given to service staff such as waiters, bartenders, and hotel housekeeping as a token of appreciation for good service.
In tourism, gratuity may be given to tour guides, drivers, and other service providers for exceptional service.
Gratuity may be included in event planning budgets for vendors and service providers involved in executing the event.
Gratuity is often automatically added to cruise ship bills as a service charge for the crew members.
In restaurants, gratuity is often added to the bill as a percentage of the total cost, typically around 15-20%, to be given to the server as a tip.
Gratuity is sometimes given to taxi drivers as a tip for a safe and efficient ride.
Gratuity can also be given in personal services such as hair salons, nail salons, and pet grooming services.
In spas, gratuity is customary for massage therapists, aestheticians, and other service providers.
In the writing industry, a gratuity may refer to a tip or bonus given to a writer for exceptional work or service.
In psychology, gratuity may refer to a token of appreciation or gift given to a psychologist by a client for their services.
In the hospitality industry, gratuity often refers to a tip given to a waiter or waitress for good service.
In the transportation industry, gratuity can refer to a tip given to a taxi driver for a safe and pleasant ride.
In the tourism sector, gratuity may refer to a tip given to a tour guide for their knowledge and service during a tour.