Hourly pay
We pay by the hour, so you still earn while waiting on an order!
You need to be at least 18 years old.
Become a Lieferando courier in Essen
Become a Lieferando courier in Essen and earn an average of €15.70 per hour*, plus tips
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*This amount includes base wage of € 13,90 per hour and the average order bonus per hour for a full-time courier
Your benefits
Delivery bonus
The more you deliver, the bigger your bonus
Regular hours
Regular hours, guaranteed shifts and an easy way to keep fit
Flexible working
A flexible contract that suits your lifestyle
What You Need To Start As A Courier
Documents Valid ID proving you are at least 18 years old, insurance, work permit, driver’s license (if delivering by scooter or car)
Vehicle Deliver with your bicycle, e-bike, scooter, or car and get mileage compensation. In some cities, we provide company pedelecs.
Experience No previous experience needed – we value independence and a proactive mindset more!
Motivation Passion for being outdoors and making customers happy with their deliveries
Become a Courier in Essen
Job Description
Are you looking for a job where you can easily combine your work with your studies or hobbies? Do you prefer not to be stuck at a desk all day and like to be active and explore the city by bike? Then a job as a delivery driver with Lieferando in Essen is perfect for you. Learn more here about the advantages of being a delivery driver in Essen.
Compensation
The job as a driver in Essen is paid a fixed hourly wage. This means that even if there are fewer orders to deliver, you can always count on a consistent income. However, if things get particularly busy and you deliver food to many customers, you have the chance to earn a performance bonus. As a Lieferando delivery driver, you are also fully insured.
Working Hours
All drivers in Essen can use our company app to determine their working hours and easily adapt their work to their private lives. This is a great advantage, especially for students or those looking for a part-time job. We also offer various contract types, depending on availability.
Delivering in Essen
From the Museum Folkwang through the city park to the Schuir: Do you know Essen well or would you like to explore the city by bike? Then a job as a delivery driver or bike courier in Essen is perfect for you! Your task is to pick up orders from our restaurant partners and deliver them to hungry customers. Whether you start your route from your home or our centrally located hub is entirely up to you.
Requirements
To work as a driver in Essen, you must be at least 18 years old. It would also be a great advantage if you are physically fit and enjoy exploring the city by bike. We also value friendly interaction with our customers and restaurant partners.
Become part of our team!
Have we piqued your interest? Are you looking for a varied job as one of several thousand drivers for Lieferando? Then contact us in Essen today: We look forward to your application!
What Our Couriers Say
I enjoy working for Lieferando because it’s a great side job, especially in the evenings and on weekends.
Fabian
For me, working at Lieferando is perfect. I can be outside despite my studies and combine my passion for cycling with my job.
Leah
I love working at Lieferando because it’s a relaxed job. No two days are the same, and even if I have to wait a bit for an order, I still get paid.
Parsa
Frequently Asked Questions
At Lieferando, you are paid per hour, plus bonuses and tips. We believe in a fair system, so you get paid even while waiting for an order. Good to know: You’ll be directly employed by Lieferando (Takeaway Express B.V. & Co. KG), which means you’ll receive paid vacation, sick pay, and full health and social insurance coverage.
If your city isn’t listed, it means that we don’t currently have Lieferando couriers there – our restaurant partners handle deliveries themselves. Keep an eye on our website, as your city may be added in the future!
You can email us at driver-recruitment-de@takeaway.com.
Order bonuses are based on the number of deliveries you complete per month:
- 26 - 100 deliveries/month → €0.25 extra per delivery
- 101 - 200 deliveries/month → €1.00 extra per delivery
- 201+ deliveries/month → €2.00 extra per delivery
As a courier, you'll deliver food, groceries, and goods from our partners to customers in your city. You’ll earn a fixed hourly wage, plus incentives and tips. You can view your weekly shifts in the Scoober app, where you’ll also find your orders, delivery addresses, and estimated times. Just pick up the order from the restaurant and deliver it – making someone's day! The Scoober app also shows your completed deliveries, distance traveled, and your earned bonuses and tips.
Yes, you can use your own car or scooter for deliveries.
We welcome applications from people with disabilities and are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible work environment. If you require any support with your application or have any questions, our Inclusion Officer is happy to help. You can reach them at the following email address: inclusion@justeattakeaway.com