1emerald1 Posted June 16, 2019 #1 Share Posted June 16, 2019 I have never done the Chef's Table but am hoping to on an upcoming cruise. For those of you have experienced this who all do you tip? I would plan on tipping my server, but do you also tip the Maitr d' and/or head waiters? Thanks. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ep010835 Posted June 16, 2019 #2 Share Posted June 16, 2019 We did one recently and opted not to provide an extra tip. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nukesubsailor Posted June 16, 2019 #3 Share Posted June 16, 2019 We have done two of the Chef's Table. No one tipped either time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
antsp Posted June 16, 2019 #4 Share Posted June 16, 2019 (edited) Daily gratuity covers chefs table, personal choice if you want to tip extra Edited June 16, 2019 by antsp Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare HaveDogWillTravel Posted June 16, 2019 #5 Share Posted June 16, 2019 I’ve done 4 chef’s tables. I’ve never tipped and I’ve never seen any in the group tip. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brt49 Posted June 16, 2019 #6 Share Posted June 16, 2019 I have done the Chef's Table on every cruise and have never tipped. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
compozer Posted June 17, 2019 #7 Share Posted June 17, 2019 We also have never tipped nor did anyone at the table Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1emerald1 Posted June 17, 2019 Author #8 Share Posted June 17, 2019 Thank you all for your input, I appreciate it. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gvre Posted June 17, 2019 #9 Share Posted June 17, 2019 We have done 2 and we always give an extra $20-30 to them. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BabySarge Posted June 17, 2019 #10 Share Posted June 17, 2019 15 minutes ago, gvre said: We have done 2 and we always give an extra $20-30 to them. Just curious, when you say "them" to whom are you referring? We have done several Chef's Table meals on different ships and at each one there have been at a minimum the Chef, Maître d, a Head Waiter and or the assistant Maître d , a variety of sous chefs and other cooks/chefs/food preparers, and at least two waiters and an assistant waiter. If you are tipping extra to each of those folks that can be a bit pricey, nice but pricey. While we personally do not tip extra at the Chef's Table we have in the past sent a thank you card to the Chef and his staff as well as one to the Maître d and his staff thanking them for a wonderful evening. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jezabel2924 Posted June 17, 2019 #11 Share Posted June 17, 2019 We did not tip extra, nor did we see anyone else doing so. It would be difficult to determine who to tip as there are so many people assisting in the process. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kingofcool1947 Posted June 17, 2019 #12 Share Posted June 17, 2019 (edited) 19 hours ago, 1emerald1 said: I have never done the Chef's Table but am hoping to on an upcoming cruise. For those of you have experienced this who all do you tip? I would plan on tipping my server, but do you also tip the Maitr d' and/or head waiters? Thanks. I do not tip any of the Chef’s Table staff. It is not necessary. Edited June 17, 2019 by Kingofcool1947 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rwstout Posted June 17, 2019 #13 Share Posted June 17, 2019 a tip has always been added at the 18% just like if you order from bar or go to spa Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colo Cruiser Posted June 17, 2019 #14 Share Posted June 17, 2019 32 minutes ago, rwstout said: a tip has always been added at the 18% just like if you order from bar or go to spa That would be "Negative Ghost Rider". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1emerald1 Posted June 17, 2019 Author #15 Share Posted June 17, 2019 4 minutes ago, Colo Cruiser said: That would be "Negative Ghost Rider". So there is no added gratuity on your ticket? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colo Cruiser Posted June 17, 2019 #16 Share Posted June 17, 2019 7 minutes ago, 1emerald1 said: So there is no added gratuity on your ticket? No.......I have never seen one. It was the straight CT charge which is slightly different (more $) between the Chefs Table Luminaire on the Regal/Royal/Majestic versus the regular CT on all the other Princess ships. It is a dinner not a drink. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1emerald1 Posted June 17, 2019 Author #17 Share Posted June 17, 2019 13 minutes ago, Colo Cruiser said: No.......I have never seen one. It was the straight CT charge which is slightly different (more $) between the Chefs Table Luminaire on the Regal/Royal/Majestic versus the regular CT on all the other Princess ships. It is a dinner not a drink. Thank you. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare oskidunker Posted June 17, 2019 #18 Share Posted June 17, 2019 It costs enough as it is. Would never tip. This used to be what you would get in the dining room 20 years ago. The cost is too much. Done it a few times.lasts too long and way too much food. Would not do it again. Would prefer smaller portions. Keep the quality Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atobols Posted June 17, 2019 #19 Share Posted June 17, 2019 On 6/16/2019 at 3:29 PM, 1emerald1 said: I have never done the Chef's Table but am hoping to on an upcoming cruise. For those of you have experienced this who all do you tip? I would plan on tipping my server, but do you also tip the Maitr d' and/or head waiters? Thanks. We didn't tip and we didn't see anyone else tip either. Honestly, it never crossed my mind to tip them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vakamalua Posted June 17, 2019 #20 Share Posted June 17, 2019 A bit off topic but...haven't been on Princess in a few year's and new to Chef's Table. --Is it worth it? What is the cost? --How do you book this? Can you do it through the cruise personalizer pre-cruise or do you have to wait and do it on line? --Is it offered only once on a cruise (will be on a 16 day cruise)? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jezabel2924 Posted June 18, 2019 #21 Share Posted June 18, 2019 3 minutes ago, vakamalua said: A bit off topic but...haven't been on Princess in a few year's and new to Chef's Table. --Is it worth it? What is the cost? --How do you book this? Can you do it through the cruise personalizer pre-cruise or do you have to wait and do it on line? --Is it offered only once on a cruise (will be on a 16 day cruise)? My Husband and I did it on the Regal last summer for the first time and loved it. It is quite a production and a lot of food but so worth it. At some point we will do it again. You book it on the dine line or go to the pursers desk, which is what we did, as soon as you arrive. We were on an 11 day cruise and it was offered twice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colo Cruiser Posted June 18, 2019 #22 Share Posted June 18, 2019 16 minutes ago, vakamalua said: A bit off topic but...haven't been on Princess in a few year's and new to Chef's Table. --Is it worth it? What is the cost? --How do you book this? Can you do it through the cruise personalizer pre-cruise or do you have to wait and do it on line? --Is it offered only once on a cruise (will be on a 16 day cruise)? Cannot book pre cruise. It is offered based on cruise length and interest. 7 day cruise usually once. 16 day twice maybe 3? I have seen it offered several times on longer cruises and other cruises not at all. It is up to the MD and Executive Chef. Once onboard inquire asap with one of the following......... MD/Asst MD/Head Waiter. Sometimes it will be listed in the Patter but don't wait for that. 12 person max per dinner. If they don't get enough they won't do it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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