Nation & World News
Joe's Crab Shack tosses tips, raises employee pay
- Singer Joey Feek enters hospice, spends last days 'at peace' with baby
- Gator chows down on python at Florida golf course
- Stranger helps homeless single dad turn his life around in heartwarming viral video
- Dozens of stores to remain closed on Thanksgiving night
- Drinking champagne may boost memory, prevent dementia, study says
Employees at Joe's Crab Shack don't worry about getting, or worse, not getting tips any more.
The seafood chain has been testing a no tipping policy at about a dozen shops over the past few months, CNBC reported.
Bartenders, servers and hosts will now be paid at a higher, fixed hourly rate, company CEO Raymond Blanchette said in a call with the business channel.
It is happening at 18 stores right now, Huffington Post reported.
Restaurant patrons will see a slight raise in prices for their meals to make up the difference in salaries.
Employees had been paid $2 an hour plus tips. They will now be paid at least $12. Staff with experience will be paid more, Huffington Post reported.
More Stories
The Latest
