How to become a Just Eat courier

Do you love to be outside in any weather in the fresh air?

Do you work best independently without someone constantly telling you what to do?

Do you love to have contact with various people and to connect?

Are you wondering what a day as a courier looks like? 

Do you want to discover the benefits of joining Just Eat ?

If you answered ‘Yes’ to these questions, then it’s time to become a Just Eat  courier. Read on to find out what a courier does, how to get on board with us in Switzerland, and more!

What is a Just Eat  courier?

As a Just Eat courier, you will pick up food, groceries or other convenience products from our partners across the city, and deliver it to our beloved customers. Working as a delivery courier for Just Eat, you’re the backbone of our business. As a key part of our leading global delivery company, you can help us stay on the move.

At Just Eat , as well as being part of our courier community, you’ll have opportunities to progress in your career and develop your skills.

Our courier crew come from all walks of life, but they have one thing in common. They know life’s brighter in orange! 🧡

Zurich to Geneva we’re always looking for new couriers to join us in cities across Switzerland. Now it’s your chance to set off by bike, e-bike or scooter, delivering delicious food, groceries and other goods while exploring your city.

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The benefits of being a Just Eat  courier

Setting off as a courier with us comes with plenty of perks. Check out the list below:

Flexibility

Competitive Salary

Support

We offer a range of fixed and flexible contracts to fit your schedule.

  • Choose between different contract hours types  covering 10h, 15h, 20h or 30h per week

  • Depending on your contract and your availability, we can find together which shifts suit the best your life and our business need from Monday to Sunday. 

We pay you a fixed hourly wage, regardless of the number of orders you deliver.

  • You will earn a fixed hourly salary

  • As a contracted employee of Just Eat, you will also receive a company holiday plan

We’ve got your back. Our supportive local team is here to help with anything. 

  • You will be provided with equipment directly by us

  • Select your preferred vehicle option during your signup. Read this article to learn more about vehicle types

Consideration

Benefits

Starting Location

Shifts start at a specific Login Zone and finish when the shift end. A city can have multiple Login Zones.

Insurance

Covered for wear and tear with our own Hire and Reward insurance. 

Vehicle

Own vehicle needed (bicycle or e-bike or scooter) Mileage allowance available.

After the shift ends

Head back home, or onto any other activity you have planned for the day!

You can find a complete overview of our benefits, work conditions and career opportunities here.


What are the scheduling and social perks?

Everyone wants a job that suits their schedule, and it’s our mission to give you one. Whether you’re riding with us in Zurich, delivering in Bern, or anywhere else in Switzerland, we make sure you have the right working conditions. Here’s how:

  • From the Login zone: you choose in which city you want to start and we will assign you a “Login Zone”, which is the best place according to our business to start from. When possible we will try to have it convenient depending on where you live.

  • Community spirit: connect with other couriers and join community events

  • Support from your local team: setting you up with all the equipment 

Requirements to become a Just Eat courier

Want to set off with us? Here are the skills and requirements we need from you:

You must:

  • Be 18+ years old

  • Provide a valid ID/ Passport/ Work permit /AVS Number

  • Speak good  German, English and French depending on the city where you apply for

  • Have good communication skills and a polite, friendly manner with customers

  • Own a smartphone

  • Own one of these vehicle types: Bike, e-bike or scooter

Can you tick off all six? Then you’re ready to ride with us!

3 steps to becoming a Just Eat  courier

We hope this guide has convinced you to join us as a courier. Now you know about everything from required skills to salary, you’re ready to take the next step (or three!).

Getting started as a Just Eat courier is quick and simple. Here’s how it works:

1.     Click here to apply anywhere in Switzerland 

2.     Fill in the signup form. Add your personal details, then select the city you want to deliver in, your schedule and your preferred vehicle type.

3. You’re on the way! Our recruitment team will contact you to proceed with your application. If you’re successful, you’ll be hired and onboarded as a Just Eat courier.

Apply now or check out the full details of our recruitment process in this article.


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By: Just Eat Switzerland Courier Support

Our Swiss HR Team is located all across the country, and love helping our current and prospective delivery drivers throughout their journey with Just Eat.