So the question is: Does the pizza delivery driver earn the tip? 

The answer is:  Absolutely. Drivers perform a service by bringing your food right to your door. They take on financial costs and difficulties, more than most people realize. Also, did you know that pizza delivery is considered a hazardous job by the US government.

Most people assume the job is simple. You grab the pizzas, drive around town, return to the store, and repeat. It couldn't be any easier. Unfortunately, that is far from the truth.   Drivers have many responsibilities.  The fact is that delivery is not easy and is quite costly.  After reading this, we hope you will have even more appreciation for the drivers who deliver pizza to your door.

Here Are Some Reasons For Tipping (just some food for thought)

I. The tip is your expression of gratitude for the driver's service
II. Tipping empowers the customer
III. Tips are necessary for the job

 

I. The tip is your expression of gratitude for the driver's service

 

It shows you appreciate the service.

 

Delivery is a CONVENIENCE. It feels so good to have it delivered for you.

You don't have to get it yourself.
Or waste your time, energy, and gas.
The driver endured weather and traffic for you.
You can watch TV or do other things instead.
How much is that worth? because your time is valuable.

 

The tip shows that you value the driver's work.

Tipping is common courtesy. It's customary.

 

Pizza delivery drivers are motivated by money as much as anyone. Those who repeatedly tip usually get their pizzas as fast as possible.

 

II. Tipping empowers the customer

 

It lets you reward excellent and poor service accordingly.

 

Otherwise, you would pay the same regardless of the quality of service.

 

It motivates the driver in a job that tests one's patience.

 

III. Tips are necessary for the job

 

Tips mean everything to the driver. That's why they deliver. Without it, there's no point keeping the job.

 

Without it, drivers usually only receive minimum wage. They generally use their own car. They pay for their own gas and repairs.   Consider the cost to operate a car these days.

 

Pizza drivers

risk their cars and lives in traffic
are targets for criminals because they carry food and money

 

They search for houses, which isn't always easy. It's not like finding your own house. Many addresses don't have noticeable numbers.

 

Tips are greatly appreciated.    Thank you for tipping the pizza guy.