14 Relatively Easy-to-Get Jobs That Earn Huge Tips

If you're looking for a job that pays well without requiring years of experience or a degree, tipped roles may be the answer. Many enable workers to earn a handsome income.

While the hourly wages don't always impress, the right job can mean an extra $200, $300, or even more per shift. Here's a look at some of the best jobs with generous tips.

Restaurants rely on waiters to take orders, serve food, and deliver a great dining experience. While base pay varies, tips are usually the bulk of a server's earnings.

• Average hourly pay: $17.20 per hour (includes tips)
• Top earners: $32.47 per hour
• Average daily tips: $100
• Best cities: Orlando, FL; Atlanta, GA; Scottsdale, AZ

Servers in high-end restaurants often pull in the highest tips. While rare, those in the upper echelons can earn over $200,000 a year waiting tables.

Mixing drinks, handling cash, and creating a fun atmosphere make bartending a lucrative role.

• Average hourly pay: $17.57
• Top earners: $35.61 per hour
• Average daily tips: $150
• Best cities: Orlando, FL; Phoenix, AZ; Miami, FL

Busy nightlife at high-end bars yields the best tips for bartenders who've mastered the craft of making conversation — and cocktails.

Sommeliers help diners choose the perfect wine, often working in upscale restaurants where tips are hefty.

• Average hourly pay: $19.58
• Top earners: $34.40 per hour
• Average daily tips: $202
• Best cities: Hempstead, NY; Miami, FL; Austin, TX

Advanced sommeliers and wine directors can earn well over $100K annually, with wine sales-based tips adding a significant boost. Beginning with entry-level roles in bars or restaurants is easier to land and will help you learn the basics.

Guiding tourists through historical landmarks or museums offers excellent tipping potential, especially in major travel destinations.

• Average hourly pay: $22.71
• Top earners: $45.85 per hour
• Average daily tips: $85
• Best cities: Baltimore, MD; Charleston, SC; New York, NY

Charismatic guides who create memorable experiences see the biggest payouts.

Many luxury hotels and residential buildings employ doormen to greet guests, hail cabs, and provide assistance.

• Average hourly pay: $18.63
• Top earners: $26.28 per hour
• Average daily tips: $20-$100
• Best cities: New York, NY; Chicago, IL

Elite buildings in major cities often have high-net-worth residents who tip generously during the holidays or when extra front-door assistance is required.

Yes, you can still show guests how the television knobs and shades work until they politely ask you to leave (slip you a wad of cash). Hotels rely on bellhops to assist guests with luggage, room service, and other assorted tasks, making it an excellent tipped role.

• Average hourly pay: $15.47
• Top earners: $21.10 per hour
• Average daily tips: $100
• Best cities: Seattle, WA; New York, NY; Chicago, IL

Glassdoor cites even higher pay, reporting annual bellhop wages ranging from $57,000 to $105,000 and a total median pay of $76,000. Tips account for $20,000 to $37,000 of total pay — more than half of all earnings.

Spinning tracks at parties, clubs, and weddings can mean big tips, especially at private events.

• Average hourly pay: $29.01
• Top earners: $70.12 per hour
• Average tips: $50-$150
• Best cities: Dallas, TX; Indianapolis, IN; St. Louis, MO

Private events, weddings, and upscale venues offer the best earning potential, with tips accounting for roughly 15% of a DJ's annual income.

Event photographers, particularly those working weddings and private sessions, can receive substantial tips on top of their standard rates.

• Average hourly pay: $21.47
• Top earners: $53.06 per hour
• Annual tips: $4,000–$8,000
• Best cities: New York, NY; Chicago, IL; Grand Rapids, MI

Photographers who offer high-quality prints and customized experiences and can put clients at ease to naturally capture great moments often receive the best gratuities.

Pet owners love to tip well when their furry friends look great. Pet groomers help with baths, hair cuts, nail trims — and even colorful hair extensions and polished manicures and pedicures.

• Average hourly pay: $26.52
• Top earners: $44.62 per hour
• Average daily tips: $20
• Best cities: Austin, TX; Denver, CO; Nashville, TN

Loyal pet clients often tip big for consistent, quality grooming, so building repeat business is key.

Caddies assist golfers by carrying bags, chasing errant balls, offering course advice, and keeping pace — not to mention listening to bad-beat stories and agreeing that the golfer was indeed "robbed."

• Average hourly pay: $20.92
• Top earners: $31.10 per hour
• Average daily tips: $50
• Best cities: Sheboygan, WI; Atlanta, GA; Pinehurst, NC

Private golf courses and country clubs are where the highest tips roll in. As another added perk, caddies can often golf free during select times of the week.

Handling chips, dealing cards, and running table games bring in massive tip earnings.

• Average hourly pay: $18.61
• Top earners: $39.07 per hour
• Average daily tips: $200
• Best cities: Schenectady, NY; Atlantic City, NJ; Larchwood, IA

Higher-stakes tables mean bigger tips, especially in major gambling destinations. According to Glassdoor data, dealers earn $56,000 to $104,000 a year, with player tips accounting for about 30% of their total earnings.

Whether delivering takeout or groceries, tips make up a huge portion of driver earnings. Peak hours and fast service result in higher tips.

• Average hourly pay: $19.58
• Top earners: $31.04 per hour
• Average daily tips: $50
• Best cities: Denver, CO; Portland, OR; Atlanta, GA

Helping people move their belongings is physically demanding but well-tipped work.

• Average hourly pay: $33.23
• Top earners: $64.01 per hour
• Average daily tips: $50-$100
• Best cities: Los Angeles, CA; Dallas, TX; New York, NY

Larger moves and long-distance jobs often result in sizable gratuities.

Cleaning jobs, particularly in private homes and high-end hotels, can generate solid tip earnings for workers who go above and beyond.

• Average hourly pay: $15.76
• Top earners: $31.09 per hour
• Average daily tips: $10-$20
• Best cities: Austin, TX; New York, NY; New Orleans, LA

Cleaners who develop regular clients and offer deep cleaning services can see even larger tips.

Tipped jobs can be an excellent way to earn a solid living, with gratuities often doubling or tripling total income.

One thing to consider is how tipping culture continues to evolve. With consumers tiring of "tipflation" and cash usage declining in favor of digital payments, service workers may need to adjust their strategies to maximize their earnings. Some are requesting tips via Venmo QR codes or are pushing employers for higher base pay.

But for the foreseeable future, these relatively easy-to-get jobs are a great way to earn a living or generate extra side income.