A server’s viral TikTok is stirring up a fiery debate after she revealed the chaos of splitting a bill for 21 people.
Dana, who works at Dave & Buster’s and shares her work stories on TikTok as @danasigns, recently posted a clip showing just how wild her night got. A group of 21 people sat down for dinner, and, to her surprise, asked for separate checks—one for each diner!
@danasigns No hate to these people AT ALL! THEY WERE SO NICE😭 #servertok #ohwell #serverlife #serverproblems #jokes ♬ sad SpongeBob music – michael
In the 12-second video, Dana films herself meticulously tapping individual orders onto separate bills on the touch screen register. As the printer spits out a cascade of 21 receipts, the scene feels more like a comedy skit than a regular workday. She holds up a stack of signed receipts, hinting at the monumental task of handling such a request.
Despite the extra effort, Dana kept her cool. In her caption, she clarified: “No hate to these people AT ALL! THEY WERE SO NICE.”
But TikTok wasn’t as forgiving. The clip went viral, igniting debates in the comments section. Some users felt Dana’s frustration was misplaced, reminding her, “It’s literally your job.”
“21 separate tickets isn’t that hard to handle,” one commenter wrote.
Others chimed in with less sympathy. “Girl, maybe it’s time for a wake-up call. Don’t like it? Call HR and see what they say,” another added.
Yet, many servers jumped in to share their empathy—and their own war stories. “I’ve handled bigger groups with separate checks. I just bring multiple card machines to the table,” one shared.
Another revealed: “I once had a retirement party with 47 people ordering drinks separately. I feel your pain, girl.”
Some comments veered toward humor, like one server’s observation: “I know those receipts… They give me anxiety every time I see them on my screen.”
Dana also took a moment to address the critiques. She explained that she always asks tables upfront about splitting checks but prefers to group orders together first to ensure the food comes out simultaneously.
The debate ultimately left viewers divided. Is it just part of the job, or an excessive ask? One thing’s for sure—Dana’s video resonated with plenty of people, especially those who’ve worked in the food service industry.
What’s your take? Should customers think twice before asking for separate checks, or is it all in a day’s work for servers? Share this with your friends and let us know your thoughts!
