Grubhub dress code (what can you wear for delivery?)
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If you use Grubhub a lot, you may have noticed that some of its drivers wear branded uniforms, while others wear regular clothing.
I checked the company’s policy on what drivers should wear, and here’s what I found out about Grubhub’s dress code!
2022 Grubhub Dress Code
Grubhub has no dress code, but from 2022 it will offer some company-branded shirts and hats to its drivers. Grubhub drivers don’t have to wear clothes they get from the company because they are classified as independent contractors and they cannot be forced to wear uniforms by law.
Read on to learn everything you need to know about Grubhub’s dress code, including what the company considers uniforms, what you should be wearing, and more!
What should I wear for Grubhub?
When delivering for Grubhub, you can wear whatever you want.
Because Grubhub classifies its drivers as independent contractors, the law considers them self-employed, so the company cannot force them to wear uniforms or follow a dress code.
Still, Grubhub sends drivers branded shirts and hats, but you don’t need to wear those.
But they can help you be recognized faster when you’re picking up an order from a restaurant or when a customer is looking for you.
However, many drivers say they don’t like wearing these because they don’t get paid, and they see it as free advertising for the company.
Also, you can use only the hat for delivery as it is easier to put on and take off only when needed.
Additionally, drivers are advised to wear something recognizable, but not branded like bright red or orange shirts, as these are considered company colors.
Also, when you want customers to pick you up and show you the way, it’s a good thing to dress differently.
Does Grubhub have vehicle requirements?
In the context of this article, let’s say you ask Grubhub if there are any brand requirements for your vehicle, and the answer is no.
However, Grubhub sends out stickers that you can put on your vehicle, but you don’t have to use those stickers, especially if it’s your vehicle or you’re sharing it with others who don’t use Grubhub.
Additionally, the standard Grubhub starter kit comes with a sign that says “Coming back soon. On delivery”, which you can leave in the window while it’s delivered.
It’s not mandatory, though, but it’s designed to make your run easier.
For example, if you’re delivering food to an office building, the sign will let them know you won’t be around too long, so you don’t need to pull into their parking lot.
Plus, you don’t have to deal with the hassle of parking verification, which means you won’t waste too much time on one delivery.
What’s in the Grubhub kit?
When you get approval from Grubhub, the company will send you a starter kit or welcome kit that includes:
- Branded insulated bags for carrying food (contains foil lining to keep food warm and will be needed when you make deliveries)
- Grubhub card and booklet with instructions on how to activate it
- You can put a sign on your car window that says, “Be back soon. In shipping”
- Masks and Hand Sanitizer Spray
- Branded Shirts and Hats
- Branded Stickers and Decals
Still, what drivers get in their kit varies, but the mandatory ones are the bag and the card.
So items like stickers may be missing from your kit, but you can buy them from third-party sources like Etsy if needed.
Also, Grubhub’s starter kit includes an insulated bag, but most drivers find it’s not big enough to accommodate larger orders and doesn’t have a compartment for drinks, so they invest in a different bag.
What should I wear to a Grubhub interview?
Grubhub does not conduct in-person or virtual interviews. Instead, Grubhub’s review process is done online and includes the following steps:
- Submit an application with your information
- Allow Grubhub to perform background checks
- Grubhub will contact you in a few days with your employment status
To learn more, you can also read our posts on whether Grubhub hires felons, whether Grubhub conducts background checks, and who owns Grubhub.
in conclusion
Grubhub doesn’t have a dress code because it considers drivers to be independent contractors, so the company can’t make drivers wear uniforms.
However, Grubhub issues shirts and hats to its drivers, but they don’t have to wear them.
Also, when delivering for Grubhub without branded clothing, you can wear a red or orange shirt so the restaurant can identify you faster and you won’t be stuck waiting.
Additionally, Grubhub sends branded stickers and decals in starter kits that drivers can use on their cars, but these are not mandatory.
