If you’re considering signing up as a delivery partner with Grubhub, it’s important to understand the background screening process. To ensure customer safety, Grubhub requires all applicants to pass both a criminal background check and a motor vehicle record (MVR) review, conducted by a third-party provider such as Checkr.
🔍 What Grubhub Checks For
Criminal History
Grubhub screens for serious convictions. Disqualifying offenses may include:
- Recent felony convictions
- Sexual assault and sex crimes against children
- Murder, terrorism, human trafficking, or kidnapping
- Pending serious criminal charges
Driving Record
Your motor vehicle history also plays a role. Issues that may disqualify you include:
- Multiple moving violations or accidents in the past two years
- Serious driving offenses, such as DUI, reckless driving, or hit-and-run
- Driving with a suspended license
⚖️ How Decisions Are Made
Grubhub evaluates applications based on:
- Type of Offense – The severity and nature of the violation
- Recency – How long ago the incident occurred
- Customer Risk – Whether the background suggests a risk to customer safety
Eligibility standards can vary by location, and the final decision always weighs these factors together.
📝 The Process
- Application – Submit your Grubhub driver application and agree to screening.
- Background Check – A third-party service like Checkr conducts the review.
- Review – Grubhub reviews the report to determine eligibility.
- Follow-Up (if needed) – In some cases, you may be contacted for additional details.
✅ Key Takeaway: Passing Grubhub’s background check is about ensuring a safe experience for customers. If your record includes serious or recent offenses, your application may be denied.
