What is Foodrunner?

Foodrunner is an app that connects you to customers who need groceries. You use the app to sign on, find orders,
then shop and deliver those items to your customers. When you get paid, you can cash out instantly and you
can earn even more with tips for great service.

How do I sign up to become a shopper?

Just create an account at foodrunner.ca

Download the Shopper app from the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store to complete the sign up process and get your background check started.

Our team will complete your background checks . Once cleared and you’re approved to shop

You can sign on to shop and make money on your own schedule.

Full - Service Shopper

Shoppers get paid per batch that they complete. Foodrunner provides estimates for your earnings on every order as well as total earnings for the week. The amount you earn per batch of orders depends on the number of items, type of items, driving distance, and effort involved in shopping and delivering. You keep 100% of customer tips. You also get opportunities to earn extra through promotions Foodrunner runs.

As independent contractors, full-service shoppers have the flexibility to work as little or as often as they want. This means that total earnings potential depends on the individual.

In-store shopper

In-store shoppers are Foodrunner employees who earn an hourly wage, detailed in the initial offer letter. In-store shoppers are scheduled for shifts based on personal availability, up to 29 hours each week.

What are the requirements to become an Foodrunner shopper?

In order to become a shopper, you must be at least 18 years of age, have legal authorization to work in the Canada, be able to lift up to 40lbs without accommodation, have regular access to a reliable car and have regular access to a smartphone capable of running the Foodrunner Shopper app. You must also pass a background check.

What documents do I need to
sign up?

The first thing you’ll need to have on-hand is your contact
information (the details on your driver’s license should cover
this step). You will also need to have your social security
number readily available. The sign up process will then ask
you to set up direct deposit so you can get paid! You’ll need
your banking information to complete this step.

How long is my background
check going to take?

Background checks normally process within 10 business
days, but sometimes it can process much faster. Due
to high volumes and temporary court closures, delays
are possible. Learn more at the Help Center.

Do I pay for groceries myself?

Not at all. As a shopper, you’ll get a payment card from Foodrunner and use it at the checkout register at every store you shop. Getting a payment card is simple. New shoppers usually receive their payment card in the mail 5 to 7 business days after completing the sign up process.