A DoorDash driver has caused a stir online after eating a customer’s food because they did not leave a tip.
A DoorDash driver has ignited a heated discussion online after he filmed himself eating a customer’s food because they did not leave a tip.
The incident, shared on TikTok by user @sidehustleaddict, drew mixed reactions from viewers.
This incident indicates the contentious issue of tipping in the gig economy.
DoorDash driver ate customer’s food because they leave ‘no tip’
In the video, the driver sits in his car with the delivery bag in front of him.
Instead of delivering the food to the customer, he begins to criticize them for not tipping.
He humorously remarks, “Oh man, yesterday DoorDash was doing a reminder for non-tippers to tip or else you’re gonna wait like 3 hours for your Taco Bell.”
As he rummaged through the bag, he pulled out a steak breakfast chalupa and a packet of Diablo sauce.
To revenge those customers, he said, “You know, I will be telling these non-tippers, right, no tip, I eat!”
The driver slammed for his unprofessional behavior
While some viewers found the video amusing and relatable, others were outraged by the driver’s actions.
Others criticized the driver for taking food that did not belong to him, arguing that it was unprofessional and unethical.
He didn’t pay for it…the cost of that food is substantially more than any tip he feels like he deserves, one user said.
I always give the delivery driver a small tip in cash, if I ever had that situation I would make sure he gets fired.
Luckily here in Europe that’s not normal behavior, the second user said.
Clearly, he didn’t deserve a tip, the third user commented.
Grow up and get a real job! Tips are optional for good service, another wrote.
The debate over tipping in the gig economy remains a contentious issue.
Many delivery drivers rely on tips to supplement their income, as base pay can often be low.
According to some drivers interviewed by Business Insider, a reasonable tip is typically between 15% to 20% of the total bill.
This has led to frustration among drivers when customers choose not to tip, as it directly affects their earnings.
In response to the controversy, DoorDash has not publicly commented on this specific incident.
However, the company has emphasized the importance of tipping and encourages customers to consider the effort drivers put into their deliveries.
Another recent incident involving a DoorDash driver has stirred significant debate online.
The driver demanded a $20 tip before delivering the customer’s order.
The situation unfolded when a Reddit user, known as u/spark687, shared their frustrating experience on the platform.
According to the post, the customer ordered food from a restaurant located five miles away and decided to tip $12, which they felt was a fair amount for the distance.
However, after waiting for over an hour, the customer noticed that the driver, identified as “Ryan,” had not moved from a stationary position.
They checked the chat and discovered a series of messages from the driver.
Ryan initially hinted at needing a better tip by saying, “I hope that u tipping good cuz I came all the way from [redacted] to you.”
He then escalated his demands, insisting, “How much that you tipping me before I go farther?”
The DoorDash driver demands the tip of $20
When the customer confirmed the $12 tip, Ryan countered with a request for $20, stating, “You should pay me $20 don’t be cheap.”
Feeling frustrated and taken aback by the driver’s demands, the customer decided to cancel the order and report Ryan’s behavior.
As a fellow Dasher, the customer recognized that drivers have the option to decline orders if they are unhappy with the offered tip.
The post quickly went viral, attracting widespread attention and sparking discussions on social media.
Many users expressed outrage at the driver’s actions, criticizing him for holding the food hostage until he received a higher tip.