A DoorDash delivery driver took to social media to share how much she earned in a day, and people had a lot to say about tipping.
Coralie James shared a post on the Calgary Roast and Toast Facebook group detailing how much she makes as a food delivery driver. In the post, James asked group members to roast people who think Skip, Uber Eats, and DoorDash drivers “make sooo much money.”
James explains that drivers are in charge of their own gas and that there’s no minimum wage or vehicle maintenance compensation. She added that DoorDash only pays drivers $2 to $4, leaving drivers to rely on tips.
“Because let’s face it, the drivers are out there doing the driving for you so you can stay home and be comfortable,” she stated.
James then urged people to tip their drivers like they’d tip their dog groomers, nail technicians, and hairstylists. The post includes screenshots of James’ earnings, which amounted to $183.28 after working for almost 10 hours, of which she was active for over six hours.
Commenters were divided on the issue.
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The post sparked a discussion about tipping culture in Canada, with one group member pointing out that $183 for 6.5 active hours comes to $28 per hour.
“I don’t see the issue. If the pay isn’t enough, find another gig,” they suggested.
Another agreed, stating, “That’s on Skip and Uber, not on the customer. You can always decline or get a new job.”
A commenter bristled at the comparison to other jobs.
“Don’t even think for one second they’re in the same category as the nail/hair and dog groomers!” they wrote. “That’s so insulting! Those trades went to school and learned a skill!”
Others believe that tipping culture has gotten out of hand and supplementing someone’s income shouldn’t fall on the customer.
One person said that relying on tips due to low pay “is getting annoying.”
“It shouldn’t be on the customer to pay your wage for a job you are technically choosing to do,” they commented. “Tipping should be based on our generosity for a service and not a requirement regardless of how good or bad the service is.”
“It’s not that people ‘think’ they make a lot. It’s just not up to the public to continue to pay their wages,” agreed one group member. “Tips are not a wage! People already overpay for everything. I really wish the expectation to tip and give even more would stop. It all adds up, you know.”
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However, others had a different take and had no issues with tipping their delivery drivers.
“People that don’t tip shouldn’t use their service,” one person wrote. “Maybe this is the only job they have, and they can’t find another one.”
“Thank you for allowing us to remain comfortable and warm in our homes while having lunch or supper delivered. Sincerely, a tipping customer,” wrote another.
One person criticized other commenters, stating, “Check your damn entitlement, or don’t use service-based industries as your personal catering company.”
Where do you stand on this issue? Whether you’re a food delivery driver or a customer, please share your thoughts in the comments or email us at [email protected].