Drive for Tso
Drive directly for Tso.
Local routes. Weekly pay. No app in the middle.
The big question: what's the pay?
$8
average per order, paid weekly. No waiting weeks to get paid.
$2
in Tso food credit for every completed delivery, on top of your pay.
100%
of your tip is yours. So is the delivery fee, minus the $1 Tso keeps toward delivery costs.
About the job
Tso Chinese is a local Austin restaurant group with five locations, and we deliver our own food. No third-party app sits between you and us. You pick up orders from our kitchens and deliver them on short local routes near the restaurant. You drive your own vehicle, work directly with our team, and you're the face of Tso at the customer's door.
We're building a small crew of dependable, highly rated drivers who take pride in getting food there fast, hot and with a good attitude. This is a 1099 independent contractor role.
What you get
- Local routes only: short, frequent runs near the restaurant.
- Tso food credit on every delivery.
- You work with our kitchen crew directly, and they know your name.
- Your own vehicle, on your own terms as an independent contractor.
What we expect
- A reliable, insured vehicle and a valid driver's license
- A smartphone to run our delivery app
- A track record of high ratings on a delivery platform such as DoorDash, Uber Eats or Grubhub. We only bring on proven drivers.
- Good customer service instincts: friendly, professional handoffs every time
- Orders picked up promptly and food kept secure on the way
- Safe driving and clear communication when plans change
- Consistency: show up when you say you will
We're selective because our customers expect an excellent delivery.
How it works
- Apply. The application is quick and works from your phone.
- Meet the team. A short interview, then onboarding.
Sound like a fit? Let's get you on the road.
Apply to driveQuestions drivers ask
How much do Tso drivers make?
Tso drivers average $8 per order, paid weekly. You also earn $2 in Tso food credit for every completed delivery.
Who keeps the delivery fee and the tip?
The driver does. Tso keeps $1 of each delivery fee toward delivery costs. The rest of the fee and 100% of the tip go to you.
Is this an employee job?
No. Drivers are 1099 independent contractors who use their own vehicle.
What do I need to apply?
A reliable, insured vehicle, a valid driver's license, a smartphone, and a record of high ratings on a delivery platform such as DoorDash, Uber Eats or Grubhub.
Where will I deliver?
On short local routes near the Tso kitchen you pick up from. Tso has five kitchens in Austin and Round Rock.