Does anyone know if you get reimbursed for the food as well on these shops? The shop pays $90 but the $90 doesn't actually cover the requirements of the shop. If any knows much about these shops please let me know! I've listed the actual shop below.

Please review our Shopper Agreement to ensure that your assignment is approved for payment:

https://www.360-relay.com/shopper-zone/shopper-agreement/

PURCHASE REQUIREMENTS

- 2 Alcoholic Beverages

- 1 Appetizer (*Feature Starter, Appetizer or Salads)

- 2 Different Entrees (*Steaks, Other Specialties, Seafood, Sandwiches)

GUEST AND SHOPPING AREA

- You must call to make a reservation through the recorded line.

- You must remain in the Dining Room for the entire shop (do not sit at the bar).

- This shop must be conducted with at least 1 adult guest

- Additional items and guests are welcome

RECORDED CALL

- To record your call, click visit details and enter your phone number in the box provided. If using the mobile app, click the red "Record Call" button to enter your number. The system will call your number and you will be prompted to press "1" on your dialpad to connect you with the assigned location. Do not call the location directly, you must enter your phone number into the system to make your call.

PAYMENT

-You can pay with cash or a credit card

PHOTO REQUIREMENTS

- Photos of ALL food and beverages ordered during the shop. Before any sips, bites taken, as received.

- Itemized Receipt

*Your photo should contain both your itemized and credit card receipt so we can show proof of tip. Minimum 20% gratuity is required. You may tip more if you'd like. If you tip in cash, take a photo of the cash next to the receipt.

IMPORTANT REPORTING AND OBSERVATION

- This is an upscale dining shop. The atmosphere is meant to be elegant and welcoming; with a focus on service and food quality.

- This report must be very detailed, or it will be sent back to you! Any answer that is not answered as Agree, must be explained. Restaurant video surveillance may be used to confirm shop details, so be as accurate as possible in your timing and descriptions.

- Obtain the names and/or detailed descriptions of all staff members that you interact with. Pay attention to the manager (describe what the manager was during around the restaurant). Male managers are dressed in suits with bow ties. Female managers are in suits without bow ties and could easily be confused with host staff/servers. If you are unsure if a female is a server/host or a manager, describe her in the report.

- Bring it to your server's attention that you have an allergy (real or made up) and they should tell the manager on duty. This should prompt a visit from the manager to your table, so you can note the interaction in your shop report.

- You are evaluating the overall food quality, customer service and cleanliness of the establishment. Visit the restroom to evaluate for cleanliness as well. Please check the restroom during the meal to evaluate if the staff re-folded your dinner napkin while you were away from the table.

Thanks

You don't actually make money off of these usually. You're supposed to see it as more of a discount as per this welcome video. Introduction to Mystery Shopping with iSecretShop - YouTube

Sariah_16827284088372 @ May 25, 2023, 6:41:57 PM

You don't actually make money off of these usually. You're supposed to see it as more of a discount as per this welcome video. Introduction to Mystery Shopping with iSecretShop - YouTube

Thank you for your insight!

The shops list both "compensation" and "reimbursement." If reimbursement is listed as zero, then it only pays the flat amount listed under compensation. In these cases it's my experience that the compensation is calculated as approximately what you would spend ONLY on the items you're required to order if you order the least expensive items that count, and MAYBE (not always) a little extra to cover sales tax. To keep the costs down, split the check with a guest who is willing to come along just for the fun of it and will let you keep their receipts. That way you will make (approximately) enough to cover your meal and maybe a little extra.

I did one of those for a gelato shop it was $70 pay and I had to buy 2 gelatos and 2 coffees. Total came to $17 and change! It was awesome!