“I bring in $300 a month dining out!”
“I work as a life coach, but when a friend told me that I could find work as a mystery shopper for restaurants, it sounded like a fun and interesting way to earn some extra cash, especially because I love to eat out and try new cuisines.
“Getting started was easy. I looked
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“They tell me how much money I need to spend, the types of foods and drinks I should order and if I should bring a friend—which is even better. I dine at all types of restaurants, from chains to mom-and-pop spots to finedining establishments.
“At the restaurant, I look at the cleanliness of the establishment, the lighting and the ambience. I note whether music is playing and if my server is appropriately dressed. I also take note of the presentation of the meal, how long I had to wait to be served and if the staff was professional. When I get home, I write a report and upload my receipts so I can be reimbursed. It takes about 30 minutes to eat and 45 minutes to write the report, and I make about $21 for each assignment, plus the free food. I earn about $300 a month, but you can make up to $600 a month if you’re busy.
“I love working as a mystery shopper because I like to taste new foods, not to mention the money I save on eating out. The extra money I make is even better—cash that pays for a new pair of shoes or new clothes!”