day in the life of a bike courier
Working as a bike courier means earning money while you cycle, enjoying significant freedom and flexibility. On top of that, you'll stay fit, get to know your city intimately, and make people happy with your speedy deliveries. That sounds appealing, doesn't it?
- pick up orders at different restaurants accross the city
- got everything? Great! Time to make people happy with a fresh and hot meal, with a smile!
- in order to make everybody happy, time management is key! Some orders have a bigger priority than others, so planning and organizing your route is important.
where to work as a bike courier
- Uber eats
Everyone loves delicious food, but not everyone has the time or inclination to go to the store or a restaurant themselves. With Uber Eats, you deliver the tastiest meals while enjoying a lot of freedom and flexibility. And the more trips you complete, the more you earn! For example, Uber Eats offers a trip bonus, a lunch bonus, and a dinner bonus. Sounds great, doesn't it?
- Thuisbezorgd (just eat takeaway)
As a bike courier for Thuisbezorgd.nl, in addition to a good salary, you receive many extra bonuses, such as peak-hour surcharges and a mileage allowance. You also get to keep all the tips you earn. Because you are in charge of your own schedule, you have a lot of freedom. This makes it ideal as a side job, but you can certainly work full-time too.
flexible or permanent job as a bike courier
As a bike courier, you decide when and how much you work. Full-time, part-time, or just a few hours as a side job? The choice is yours!
The major advantage is that you're paid by the hour, meaning you don't have to race on your bike to earn your salary. Safety always comes first, of course. That sounds good, right? Plus, you also receive tips, compensation for your bike, and potentially bonuses.
Looking for a short-term job immediately? Or interested in a (student) side job? Check out the available opportunities on Randstad Go.