Tip out Meaning in English
expression
Definition
To give a portion of your earned tips to other workers, usually in the restaurant or hospitality industry. This is often done to share tips among the team, like bussers, bartenders, or cooks.
Usage & Nuances
Informal and industry-specific, mainly used in North America in restaurants and bars. Commonly appears as 'tip out to' followed by the role (e.g., 'tip out to the busser'). Do not confuse with 'tip-off' (giving information). Sometimes used as a noun ('the tip-out').
Example Sentences
Servers usually tip out the bussers at the end of the night.
basic
Do we tip out the kitchen staff too?
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At this restaurant, everyone tips out a small percentage to the bar.
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If I make good tips tonight, I'll definitely tip out the dishwasher.
natural
We usually tip out based on a percentage of our sales.
natural
I'm not sure how much to tip out—does anyone know the usual amount here?
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