Patron tips waiter R2 690 for New Year's and inspires South Africans

Patron tips waiter R2 690 for New Year's and inspires South Africans

There has been a challenge that South Africans have been participating in which involves tipping waiters 100% of the meal cost. A man shared that he did exactly that when he recently tipped his waiter a whopping R2 690.

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Ian Penderis‎ took to the #ImStaying to post his receipt that showed that he tipped the exact amount that was spent dining out. The total added up to R5 380. He captioned the picture:

"Because together we are better #imstaying"
Patron tips waiter R2690 for New Years and inspires South Africans
Source: Facebook/ImStaying
Source: Facebook

His post received over 10 000 mixed reactions. Although many were inspired, a few others were not too impressed. Facebook user Louise van Niekerk said:

"WHY THIS NEGATIVITY they do not get a salary the tips are what they earn so well done to all the took this amazing gesture to pay the total bill plus the same for a tip. You all rock love"

Herman Peete said:

"Random acts of kindness and of good service rendered its really appreciated. WELL Done and keep it up"

Sarah Jayne Lindemann said:

"Well done my friend always so generous"

Carolyn Fryer said:

"One happy waitron. Well done"

Percy Shongwe said:

"Much appreciated guys"

Henriette Fourie Geyer said:

"With so much drinks on the slip, I don't think he knew what he was paying"

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Asanda Noqhakala-Mabote said:

"It seems I am the only broke member in this group, Lord knows I would like to do this, but one day is one day"

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