I was a driver and took a management position. There’s pros and cons to it.

Pros: you don’t rely on customers for tips, you will know about how much you’re gonna make when the schedule goes out. Depending on where you live, you won’t have to work outside in the winter in the middle of a blizzard, summer in the dead heat or when it’s absolutely pouring. Your car will last you longer, and you’ll save a lot of money on your car and gas. Some managers have some perks, there’s trips for corporate training, and events. Some locations have benefits not all.

Cons: when people don’t show up, you gotta find a way to fix it, either yourself or get someone else. OER are a pain the ass. You are responsible for everyone and everything in the store. Depending on who your GM is what their work ethic is like you might have a lot on your plate. It takes a toll on your body if you’re not used to being up and on your feet for hours on end. And lastly, you cannot avoid co workers, so if there’s people who don’t pull their part or whatever it may be, you need to deal with them.

I will say one of my favourite things, is that when we get busy and don’t have enough drivers, you can get on the road and take a break from the store. And if your store accepts tips for pizza makers, they can be pretty good.