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Get ready to spread kindness and appreciation towards food servers this month, as October marks Be Kind To Food Servers Month! This special observance was created to recognize the hard work and dedication of those who work in the food service industry. It's a time to show gratitude for those who serve us delicious meals and make our dining experiences memorable. So let's take a moment to appreciate these unsung heroes and make their jobs a little easier by being kind and courteous customers. After all, a little kindness can go a long way!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1800s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Food Service Industry Emergence</div><div class='timeline-text'>With the advent of restaurants and food joints, the food service industry began to take shape in the late 1800s.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1914</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First minimum wage law</div><div class='timeline-text'>Massachusetts creates the first minimum wage law in the United States, bringing workplace rights into focus for workers, including food servers.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1966</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Fair Labor Standard Act Amendment</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Act was amended to allow employers to consider tips as part of their wage obligations, affecting many in the food service industry.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1978</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Food Service Union Fights for Rights</div><div class='timeline-text'>The International Workers of the World (IWW) union successfully organised food servers, highlighting their work conditions and rights.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2005</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Be Kind to Food Servers Month Initiated</div><div class='timeline-text'>In order to recognize and appreciate the hard work of food servers, the Be Kind To Food Servers Month was established.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Cook a meal for a food server</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite a food server over for dinner and show them your appreciation by cooking them a delicious meal. They work hard to serve others, so it's a nice gesture to serve them for a change.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Leave a generous tip</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Next time you dine out, leave a generous tip for your food server. It's a simple way to show them your gratitude and make their day a little bit brighter.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Write a thank you note</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take the time to write a heartfelt thank you note to your favorite food servers. Let them know how much you appreciate their hard work and dedication to serving others.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Bring in treats for the staff</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Surprise the food servers at your favorite restaurant by bringing in some treats for the staff. It's a thoughtful gesture that will surely make their day.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize a food drive</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather a group of friends and organize a food drive for a local charity that supports food servers. This is a great way to give back to those who work hard to serve others every day.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Food servers are essential workers</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, food servers have been working tirelessly to provide us with safe and delicious meals. By being kind to them, we show our appreciation for their hard work and dedication.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>They face challenges every day</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Food servers often deal with difficult customers, long hours on their feet, and high-stress situations in the kitchen. By being kind to them, we can make their jobs a little easier and show that we value their hard work.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It promotes positivity and kindness in our communities</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Being kind to food servers not only benefits them, but it also sets a positive example for others around us. By spreading kindness and gratitude, we can create a more positive and compassionate society.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Food Servers are Experts in Multi-tasking</h3><p class='facts-content'>A food server's role not only involves serving food, but also includes tasks like handling the billing process, answering customer inquiries, cleaning tables, and even dealing with challenging customers.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Food Servers are Essential for a Restaurant's Reputation</h3><p class='facts-content'>The quality of service provided is often considered as important as the quality of food. A good food server can greatly enhance a diner's overall experience.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Servers Learn to Remember and Handle Lots of Information</h3><p class='facts-content'>Servers have to remember various details including customers' orders, dietary restrictions, special requests, and the restaurant's menu items and their ingredients.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Food Servers Often work on Flexible Schedules</h3><p class='facts-content'>Most servers work part-time, and the hours can be long and unsociable, including late nights, weekends, and holidays. They often have to adapt to shifts that vary from week to week.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Tipping Makes a Significant Portion of a Server's Income</h3><p class='facts-content'>In many countries and states where tipping is customary, the servers rely heavily on tips as part of their income because the base salary is often quite low.</p></div></div>
Be Kind To Food Servers Month is celebrated on January 1 every year. In 2024, it will fall on a Monday.
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