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Dispatch for Meal Program

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Meal Program powered by Dispatch

All Meal Program orders will be delivered by Dispatch. Dispatch drivers work hard to provide a professional and reliable delivery experience. However, real-world conditions may occasionally cause delays in their arrival. We kindly ask that drivers are always treated with professionalism and respect.

Meal Program delivery process:

  1. Pickup time will be visible on each order

  2. Prepare, package and have the order ready at the scheduled pickup time

  3. The Dispatch driver will arrive at the specified time to secure the order

  4. Confirm the order with driver

    1. ezCater order number

    2. Customer name

    3. Total number of bags

Accessing driver information and ETA

You can view key driver information in your Partner Portal in the Meal Program tab:

  • Driver name

  • Driver phone number

  • Driver ETA for pickup

Dispatch driver expectations

Dispatch drivers are closely monitored for reliability, consistency, and accuracy when delivering Meal Program orders.

We expect them to:

  • Arrive on time for pickup

  • Arrive on time to customer for drop-off

  • Present professionally

  • Have adequate delivery equipment to complete deliveries successfully, including a minimum of 2 hot bags

Best practices for handoff

To keep handoffs smooth and ensure on time performance, please:

  • Have all individual meals labeled and bagged before the pickup time

  • Keep all bags at a clearly designated pickup point within your restaurant

  • Confirm with the driver:

    • ezCater order number (ex. #123-ABC). Your driver may have multiple ezCater orders in flight so use the ezCater order number to avoid mix ups.

    • Customer name (company name)

    • Total number of bags for pickup

Be sure to have pickup instructions in your Settings!


Dispatch support for Meal Program orders

For urgent issues/order questions within 48 hours:

  • Call Meal Program Support: 617-826-1763

For account questions or future order questions:

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