DoorDash Driver's Dilemma: $38.89 Offer, 2-Hour Drive, and 59 Aldi Items

DoorDash Driver Weighs In on Gig Economy Challenges: 'Not My Cup of Tea' A DoorDash driver from the US, known online as DoorDash Dave, recently shared a video detailing a delivery offer that highlights the complexities of gig work. The offer, totaling $38.89, involved a 25.2-mile trip that included shopping for 59 items at Aldi and picking up an item at Petco. The estimated time commitment was significant, with an estimated 2-hour driving time and additional time spent shopping. \"Driving alone will be about 2 hours…then shopping at Aldi for 59 items and making another stop at Petco? Not my cup of tea…\" Dave stated in his video. His video has garnered 977 views, 28 likes, and 21 comments since its upload on June 10th, 2025. The case of DoorDash Dave's dilemma illustrates the unpredictable nature of gig work and the need for drivers to carefully evaluate offers before accepting them. It also serves as a point of discussion about the balance between pay and workload in the gig economy.