Fancy a takeaway? Find out where Deliveroo riders will be arriving next
Food delivery service Deliveroo is coming to the Black Country – along with its blue-coloured bicycle riders.
The takeaway delivery service rolls out in Wolverhampton later this month.
It is known for its cyclists clad in light blue, carrying the trademark kangaroo bags.
They deliver hot food from takeaways and restaurants within a set-mile radius.
The firm is on the look-out for riders to join them.
They choose between getting paid hourly with a small income per delivery or by delivery.
Dan Warne, managing director of Deliveroo in UK and Ireland, said: “We’ve seen a huge demand for Deliveroo in Wolverhampton and we’re excited to be launching this month; we’re feeling very positive about the creation of new work opportunities for local people.
“The team is looking for people with passion, drive and great customer service, who are seeking the added benefit of flexible hours amongst other perks. We would encourage anyone looking for a fast paced and exciting atmosphere to apply through our website.”
The service runs from 7am to 11pm. It serves independent and chain restaurants and takeaways.
Last month, the firm rejected a suggestion from Labour MP Frank Field that its riders should receive the national living wage of £7.83 an hour.
Mr Field published a report on the pay of Deliveroo riders. It found some riders were paid as little as £2 an hour due to a lack of jobs.
A company spokesman responded: "Deliveroo is proud to offer flexible well-paid work where riders on average earn well over £10 an hour, well above the national living wage.
"In the modern economy people want to fit their work around their lives, not the other way round.
"This is why working with Deliveroo is so popular as it gives riders total flexibility. Riders choose how much they want to work and when, and are very clear they want to protect the flexibility that self-employment provides.
"Deliveroo believes more can be done to increase the security for riders while protecting their ability to be their own bosses, which is why we have introduced free, market-leading insurance for all, covering riders in case anything goes wrong."
