31 Photos Revealing Wholesome Moments In The Lives Of Delivery Drivers

As a result of the industry's minimal entry requirements, the food delivery business has become the gig of choice for many people searching for flexible working hours and quick income. Individuals who have suddenly found themselves without jobs due to the Covid-19 outbreak have been granted a temporary lifeline by the industry over the past year.

However, riders for food delivery services do not have access to the same fundamental benefits or career opportunities as the majority of other employees. Employment comes with its fair share of unfavorable experiences and challenges, such as dealing with unreasonable clients and merchants, battling poor weather, navigating congested and dangerous roads, and risking injury due to the job.

During the lockdown from 2020 to 2021, food delivery platforms observed an increase in the number of deliveries. However, some riders reported that they began earning less from the platforms, and weekly incentives also decreased due to the surge of new riders who had recently become unemployed and were seeking work.

With all the challenges of a delivery rider's life, it's heartening to know that there are people out there who value their efforts. Scroll down to read some of these interesting encounters shared in Reddit's two groups, 'Postmates' and 'Couriers of Reddit'.

1. "I'm a driver for Advance Auto, and every time I come to this stop, I see this little cutie."

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2. OP can surely relate.

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3. OP sharing how this customer made a homeless guy's day.

"I posted this on another sub this morning, but I’ve been thinking about it all day and thought I’d share it here as well," stated GoPhish82.

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4. The new compass for delivery riders.

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5. Someone greeted this delivery rider.

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6. Which one is the mirror and which one is the door?

"One of these is a doorway, and one is a full-length mirror. Guess which one I walked into," according to OP.

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7. This is a wholesome conversation!

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8. Uh-oh.

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9. Hopefully, the delivery rider made it on time.

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10. It's the AutoCorrect's fault, though.

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11. Somewhere in Australia...

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12. Well, this couple was surely surprised.

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13. "I started driving for Postmates a few days ago since I have extra free time and realized how underpaid they are."

OP added to his post, "Had a horrid night tonight, so I wanted to do something nice for somebody delivering in the rain. His response made my night better in return."

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14. Oops.

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15. Delivery guy is a mood.

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16. Free sushi!

This restaurant is very generous. As OP posted, "The busy sushi restaurant was awesome and gave me a free roll for patiently waiting!"

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17. An encounter with blunt people.

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18. Rider just had enough.

"So done with people. By the way, the 'not rdy yet' happened 5 minutes after my first text," according to Reddit user yourfavphotographer.

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19. Appreciating the hard work of riders in their own way.

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20. So adorable!

"Just this. Nothing else. Lol, loved this order," stated OP ash08111993.

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21. Is this Thirth or Threeth?

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22. Delivery for the puppy!

"Got a very important Postmates delivery today. I literally ran out of my house on the quest for the puppy pool," posted Redditor flandreams.

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23. Thankful for this type of customer.

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24. There is $0 tip sometimes.

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25. That is sweet and appreciative!

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26. This customer is literally an angel.

"I haven't been able to work for 5 days due to personal problems, but I was able to get out and do one delivery, and it ended up being this one. This person helped me so much," said OP.

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27. "Gimme that tippy and outta here, I'll zippity."

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28. Just having a little fun.

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29. Awwww.

"They had this at the door plus gave me a cash tip! Shoutout to the homie customers," said Redditor capnhayden.

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30. Definitely not all heroes wear capes.

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31. Great customers. The delivery guy deserved it, too.

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Every job is important, and delivery riders have played a significant role as front liners during the pandemic. They make it possible for individuals stuck at home to buy food, groceries, and other necessities when they are unable to do so on their own.

The least that customers can offer them is patience, understanding, and tips, too! The world is already surrounded by negativity; a little kindness these days will go a long way.