Definition of service charge in US English:
service charge
(also service fee)
nounˈsərvəs ˌtʃɑrdʒˈsərvəs ˌCHärj
An extra charge assessed for a service.
Example sentencesExamples
- Oh, and the service charge is not optional as it says on the menu.
- The three groups said waiving the service charge would be removing an income that an employee already enjoyed and it was an unfair labour practice.
- Restaurants that don't add a service charge will expect a 10 per cent tip.
- Maintenance of the pool and communal grounds is included in the annual service charge of €1,320.
- The service charge, which was paid by clients instead of giving tips, was shared between all staff and formed a substantial part of their earnings.