“There’s Something About [Tipping Screens] That Puts This Odd Divide Between The Barista And Customer”: Baristas Share How They Feel About Tipping For Coffee
The moment of truth comes when they flip around the touchscreen at checkout. To tip or not to tip? That is the question. Its early morning, and you just placed acoffeeorder at your local coffee shop. Maybe the barista asked about your weekend or wished you a good day. Its a friendly interaction. Suddenly, the experience turns transactional and forced. Do you leave a tip? If so, how much? Will the barista judge you?...