Gratuity
Guide
BEFORE THE WEDDING
Masseur// 20%
Makeup Artist// 15% of contract
Shampoo Attendant// $3 – $5, if at a salon
Hair Stylist// 15 to 20%
Manicurist, Pedicurist// $2 for basics, 15 to 20% for more
THE WEDDING
Officiant // Honorarium of $100 to $400
Ceremony Musicians // $15 to $20 per musician
Florist // $10 per delivery location and $10 – $50 per staff
Driver // 10 – 15% of contract ( maybe included in bill)
THE RECEPTION
Valet// $.50 to $1 per car
Caterer// 15 to 20% of contract (may be included)
Banquet or Catering Manger// doesn’t need to be tipped
Wait Staff // $20 per staff with funds from or in addition to catering gratuity
Bartender // $1 per drink
DJ // $50 to $75 per person
Band // $15 to $20 per band member
Photographer, Videographer // $75 to $100 to main photographer to split with assistant(s)
On-Site Coordinator, Room Manager // $50; This is the person managing the reception venue’s star and facility on the night of your wedding
Day of Coordinator // $75; This is the person that is secured on your end to ensure the day runs smoothly from start to finish
Wedding Planner // 10 – 15% of total contract