the guy working at the counter, possibly interacting with over 50 unique people a day within an acceptable margin of error should get paid more as well
Not if he can be replaced by anyone off the street.
Suppose you want some ice-cream, but aren't picky about it. Let's say any ice-cream will satisfy you just as much as any other. Will you buy an expensive ice-cream or a cheap one?
Would you like it if the government set a minimum price for ice-cream? What if the minimum was above what you're willing to pay for one?
Not if he can be replaced by anyone off the street.
Suppose you want some ice-cream, but aren't picky about it. Let's say any ice-cream will satisfy you just as much as any other. Will you buy an expensive ice-cream or a cheap one?
Would you like it if the government set a minimum price for ice-cream? What if the minimum was above what you're willing to pay for one?