"Can I get you change?" is not proper etiquette at all, it's actually considered quite rude. Some customers can get very angry. Really though, I have to say, it reflects back on the management. All waitstaff should be educated on basic, proper etiquette before they're allowed to interact with customers. Guys, dudes, and "Can I get you change" shouldn't be part of the vocabulary.
I guess I'm the odd-ball here. I can handle guys, "Can I get you change?", or even dude! The thing that drives me nuts, is a young teen-aged waitress, calling customers old enough to be her parents or grandparents "sweetie" or "honey". "Did you want some more coffee sweetie?" Eeeck! Is it just me?
|