Beyond the Tip is the unfiltered, hilarious deep dive into the chaotic world of restaurant service, hosted by 3 Servers Megan, Mac, and Shea Sadulski. From nightmare shifts to ridiculous customer requests, they spill the tea on what really happens beyond the dining room floor.
Written Up & Worn Down: Defending the Crying Server video
The hosts discuss a viral video of a server who was written up after a customer complaint, examining the emotional impact of write-ups in the service industry and challenging the notion that the customer is always right.
1 Jul 2025
Tiny Terrors – Kids, Chaos, and Crayons in the Ranch
Lashelle shares amusing stories about children's chaotic restaurant behavior, from diaper changes at the table to iPad-obsessed kids, offering a humorous look at family dining.
24 Jun 2025
Call outs - The real reason you're working a double
Lashelle discusses call-out culture, including the drama, guilt, and excuses, while sharing tips on protecting mental health and avoiding getting caught, in this interview episode.
10 Jun 2025
Sidework – Spilling the Tea and Filling the Ice Bin
Hosts Shea and Megan discuss the common frustrations and mysteries surrounding sidework in the service industry, from lazy coworkers to suspiciously fast finishers.
27 May 2025
Passive Aggressive – Smiles, Shade, and Petty Energy
Hosts Shea, Megan, and Mac explore passive aggression within the restaurant industry, highlighting examples of subtle conflicts between staff and customers.
6 May 2025
Five Stars and a Side of Sass: The Truth About Reviews
Send us a text In this episode of Beyond the Tip, we’re serving up the raw truth about customer reviews—the good, the bad, and the ones that still keep us up at night. From the pressure to get that perfect Yelp mention to the awkward dance of asking for one, we break down what reviews really mean for servers. With Megan out sick, Shea and Mac are joined by special guest Madi (aka Junior Sass), who shares their take on review culture and the weirdest feedback they’ve seen. Grab a pen—you might...
29 Apr 2025
Off the Menu: Random Stories
Send us a text In this episode of Beyond the Tip, we're cleaning out the story fridge and serving up a smorgasbord of delicious randomness. From bizarre customer encounters to oddball co-worker moments, these are the tales that didn’t quite fit anywhere else—but were too juicy to toss. No theme, no structure—just pure, unfiltered server chaos. Consider it the restaurant industry’s version of a chef’s special: strange, satisfying, and probably not health code approved. Support the ...
15 Apr 2025
Training Day: Trays, Tears, and Trial by Fire
Send us a text Remember your first day on the floor? Yeah… we do too—unfortunately. In this episode of Beyond the Tip, we’re flashing back to those nerve-wracking, hilarious, and sometimes disastrous training days. We swap stories about our time training at the restaurant where we all met (shoutout to the chaos), and yes, we talk about dropping trays—plural. Whether you were thrown into a packed section with no clue or made your trainer question everything, you’re not alone. This one's for th...
8 Apr 2025
Would You Like to Add a Dessert? – The Art of Upselling
Send us a text 🍷💰 Every server knows that upselling can make or break a shift. In this episode, we break down the highs and lows of convincing customers to go for that extra appetizer, top-shelf liquor, or overpriced dessert. From the smooth talkers who can sell anything to the awkward fails that leave everyone cringing, we’re sharing our best (and worst) upselling stories. Plus, tips and tricks for making those extra dollars—without sounding like a used car salesman. 🎙️ #BeyondTheTip #...
1 Apr 2025
Is This Allergy… or an Aversion?
Send us a text Ah, food allergies—the ultimate test of a server’s patience and detective skills. In this episode, Megan, Mac, and Shea break down the difference between real allergies and the conveniently selective dietary restrictions that disappear when dessert arrives. From life-or-death peanut allergies to customers who claim to be "deathly allergic" to dairy… but still order extra cheese, this episode explores the chaos, confusion, and occasional comedy of navigating food sensitivities i...
24 Mar 2025
Table Sharks: The Art of the Steal
Send us a text Every restaurant has them—the sneaky, lurking servers who hover around the host stand, ready to pounce on an unsuspecting table the second it becomes available. In this episode, Megan, Mac, and Shea take a deep dive into the world of Table Sharks—those servers who use charm, strategy, and sometimes sheer audacity to snag the best (or just any) table. From the subtle territorial battles to the downright shameless grabs, this episode breaks down the restaurant politics of who get...
19 Mar 2025
Special Requests or Special Cases?
Send us a text Some customer requests are reasonable—extra ranch, no onions, dressing on the side. But then there are the other requests—the ones that make servers question reality. In this episode, Megan, Mac, and Shea dive into the most bizarre, impossible, and downright delusional special requests they’ve ever encountered. From customers demanding completely new menu items to the one who accused Shea of poisoning her (yes, really), this episode proves that some guests truly believe r...
15 Mar 2025
Management: Boss or Buzzkill? The Many Faces of Restaurant
Send us a text A good manager can make or break a restaurant, and a bad one can make servers question all their life choices. In this episode, Megan, Mac, and Shea break down the different types of managers, from the chill, been-there-done-that pro to the power-tripping clipboard carrier. They’ll share stories of amazing bosses who had their backs, clueless managers who made their jobs harder, and the all-time worst decisions they’ve seen from the top. Plus, the unspoken rules of dealing with...
15 Mar 2025
Holiday Hell: Serving Through the Most Wonderful Time of the Year!
Send us a text The holidays may be magical for customers, but for servers, they’re pure chaos. In this episode, Megan, Mac, and Shea unwrap the reality of working holiday shifts -think impossible reservations, entitled guests, and the dreaded office party from hell. They’ll share war stories, survival tips, and their love/hate relationship with the holiday season.
15 Mar 2025
The worst customer: The customer is not always right, sometimes they are just an A-hole
Send us a text Every server has horror stories, but what makes a customer the worst of the worst? In this episode, Megan, Mac, and Shea compare battle scars and debate what truly defines the worst customer ever. Is it the serial complainer who finds something wrong with every bite? The verbal tipper who sings your praises but leaves nothing on the bill? The table camper who won’t leave, or the split-check disaster who makes paying a nightmare? Tune in as they swap stories, crown the ultimate ...
15 Mar 2025
Tipping: The good, the bad and the cheap
Send us a text Tipping: the ultimate love language of the service industry—or the biggest source of server heartbreak. In this episode, Megan, Mac, and Shea break down the highs and lows of gratuity, from the joy of a fat stack of cash to the soul-crushing pain of a $0 tip on a $200 bill. They’ll dive into tipping etiquette, cultural differences, and the unspoken rules every diner should know. Plus, horror stories of cheap tippers, and the surprise big spenders, Support the show
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Apple Podcasts (US)
4.8 / 5
4 ratings
Spotify
5.0 / 5
8 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 41 / 100
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90
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Engagement
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