Top Dasher

Definition

DoorDash status for drivers maintaining 70%+ acceptance rate, 95%+ completion rate, and other metrics, providing priority order access.

Related Terms

Acceptance Rate

Percentage of offered deliveries or rides a gig worker accepts, which may affect access to certain programs or bonuses.

FAQs

Is Top Dasher worth it?

Debatable - priority access helps but 70% acceptance means taking bad orders.

Similar Terms

Peak Pay

Additional pay offered by delivery apps during high-demand periods to incentivize drivers to work.

Batch Order

Multiple orders grouped together for delivery in a single trip, common on Instacart and DoorDash.

Stacked Orders

Multiple delivery orders assigned to a driver to complete in sequence, similar to batch orders.

Boost Zones

Designated areas where delivery platforms offer increased base pay or multipliers during busy times.

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