A growing number of people are choosing online grocery shopping and curbside pickup as a safer alternative to conventional in-store shopping as the world continues to adapt to the new normal brought about by the COVID-19 epidemic. However, the subject of whether to tip when picking up goods has become more prevalent with the growth of these services.
Since curbside pickup is regarded as a retail service, and staff are already getting compensated for their time, tipping is typically not required. To show your appreciation, a little tip or token of appreciation might be appropriate if a store employee goes above and beyond to assist you with your transaction, such as by carrying bulky things into your car or offering great customer care.
On the other hand, tipping is typically expected and recommended if you use a personal grocery delivery service like Instacart or Shipt. These services rely on independent contractors who go grocery shopping and deliver your groceries to your door, frequently for a higher price. Tipping these people not only helps to maintain their livelihoods but also serves as a method to express gratitude for their assistance.
There are various steps you may take to establish a personal grocery shopping business if that’s something you’re interested in. Find out what makes you different from the competition by first investigating the need for such a service in your neighborhood. Make a company plan after that and choose the services you’ll provide, such as delivery, meal planning, and grocery buying. Finally, register your company and secure any required insurance and licenses.
The price of Amazon’s personal shopping service, Prime Personal Shopper, is now free for Amazon Prime members. Customers are still obligated to cover the price of the goods they purchase as well as any related taxes and levies.
An online personal shopper is a service that enables users to shop for clothing and accessories online with the assistance of a stylist or personal shopper, comparable to a personal shopping service. Numerous e-commerce platforms and fashion websites offer these services.
Last but not least, there is no fee to use Prime Wardrobe, Amazon’s apparel subscription service. Customers are not required to buy anything and simply pay for the products they decide to keep from their order.
In conclusion, the type of service used will determine whether or not a tip is appropriate while picking up goods. Tipping is not customary for typical curbside pickup, but it can be appropriate in cases of extraordinary service. Tipping is often accepted and recommended for personal shopper services. While online personal shopping and Prime Wardrobe are free services provided by Amazon, starting a personal grocery shopping business involves research, planning, and registration.