Hi All,

I work in a resort as a manager. We include service charges in our rooms, restaurants, etc. A complaint was lodged at my office recently, stating that we should not collect service charge for our "food to go" items since there is no waiter service involved. Is this right?

Jun Diamante

From Philippines, Davao
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For room services provided are only liable to service tax . For foods provided at restaurant are not eligible for service tax. For food provided at room will be liable for service tax.
From China
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Hi Dinesh,
Thanks for your prompt reply. Is there a hotel policy or law on service charges where you are based for your post? Although I agree with you, I believe there is a basis from which these points were taken.

From Philippines, Davao
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Hi rguph, What’s the significant difference between a service tax and service charge? I have my ideas but I would like to have yours too.
From Philippines, Davao
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