Takeout Carrier
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession that delivers meals ordered from restaurants to customers' homes.
Description
Takeout carriers are a job that delivers food from restaurants to customers in response to received orders. They mainly use bicycles or motorcycles, handle confirming order contents, planning delivery routes, timely delivery, and handover to customers. They are also responsible for collecting payments or handling electronic payments, and customer service manners at the delivery location. Flexible responses to weather and traffic conditions, as well as care to maintain food quality, are required.
Future Outlook
With the increasing demand for food delivery, job openings are expected to remain stable. On the other hand, there is a possibility of operational changes due to the introduction of automated delivery robots and drone deliveries.
Personality Traits
Meticulous / Physically Fit / Punctual / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Delivery Staff → Delivery Leader → Delivery Manager → Logistics Coordinator
Required Skills
Bicycle and Motorcycle Driving Skills / Cash Register Operation / Geographical Knowledge / Route Navigation / Time Management
Recommended Skills
Customer Service / English Conversation (Beginner) / Smartphone App Operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | The ability to flexibly respond to changes in weather and traffic conditions is required. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Accuracy is needed to avoid mistakes in order contents or delivery addresses. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required to endure long hours of delivery and carrying heavy meals. |
| Stress Tolerance | Need to calmly handle time constraints and complaints. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly routine tasks, so creativity is not particularly required. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Basically, deliveries are performed alone. |
Related Qualifications
- Motorized Bicycle License
- Standard Motorcycle License
Aliases
- Delivery Staff
- Takeout Delivery Staff
Related Jobs
- Food Delivery
- Home Delivery Driver
- Mail Delivery Person