The Art of Serving

                Being a server in a restaurant is a lot harder than I thought it would be. I have officially been a waitress at a sport's bar for about 3 weeks now. When it isn't too busy and I have one to three tables it isn't bad, but when it is the day of the World Cup U.S. vs Belgium game it gets a little wild.
                As many people know servers tend to have a very low salary per hour, usually below three bucks. We rely on our tips to make money and serve as our income. It is very disappointing when people come in and expect them to be your only table in the restaurant and would like your full attention. When going into a restaurant try and keep these things in mind, I know myself I can have a hard time grasping this myself sometimes:

1. If you want extra sides or dipping sauces let us know before we bring out your order, so we don't have to make a million and one trips back and forth. 
2. If you have a coupon please don't wait til I bring the bill to tell me you have it.
3. If you want the check split please let me know ahead of time.
4. If your with a party of 8 or more make sure you tip the correct amount. I have had less then 10 bucks before and I have busted my butt for those tables!
5. Understand they are probably trying there best.