Bacon, run by Bacon Inc., is a U.S. flexible work marketplace that connects people with on-demand hourly shifts at local companies. You search for shifts in your area and apply with one click, with no interview or resume. Shifts cover warehousing, manufacturing, general labour, catering, cleaning and events. After a shift, you choose Quick Pay or Weekly Pay, with money arriving as soon as 24 hours later.
At a glance
| What it is | On-demand hourly shift marketplace |
| Operator | Bacon Inc. |
| Country | U.S. |
| Industries | Warehousing, manufacturing, labour, catering, cleaning, events |
| Pay options | Quick Pay or Weekly Pay |
| Referral bonus | $25 after a friend works their first shift |
How it works
You download the app, create a profile and search shifts near you by industry and skill level. You apply with one click, and if you’re accepted, you show up and work the shift. Afterwards, you choose how you want to be paid. A recent app update added tax ID verification for payouts.
Pay
Pay is set per shift by the company and shown in the app. The Quick Pay option can put money in your account as soon as 24 hours after a shift, while Weekly Pay groups earnings together.
Referrals
Bacon pays a $25 bonus when a friend you refer works their first shift, according to its app listing.
Things to know
Shift supply depends on your city and the companies using Bacon there. Read each shift’s requirements, such as dress code, safety boots or certifications, before applying. Treat accepted shifts as commitments, since reliability usually affects future offers on apps like this.
Getting started
Complete your profile with your skills and experience, set your location and turn on notifications. Start with shifts close to home and in industries you know, then branch out once you have a few completed shifts.
Keeping records
Note each shift, the company, hours and pay, and keep your payout confirmations. The tax ID verification Bacon added means income is reported, so keep your records ready for tax time.
Showing up
Arrive early, bring what the shift asks for and follow the site’s instructions. Reliable workers tend to see more shifts on apps like this.
Owen’s take
Bacon is a simple way to fill gaps in your week with hourly work. Compare its shifts and pay with other apps in your city and keep the ones with steady supply.
Who it suits
It suits people who want occasional hourly work without job applications. It suits less well anyone in an area with few posting companies.
Similar options
- Wonolo offers short shifts in many U.S. cities.
- Veryable focuses on manufacturing and logistics.
- GigSmart offers same-day gigs.
- Upshift offers shifts as a W-2 employee.
More options are in Gig Work.
Pros and cons
Pros
- No interview or resume
- Quick Pay option
- Varied industries
Cons
- Supply varies by city
- Little public pay data
- Requirements differ by shift
FAQ
How does Bacon pay?
Through Quick Pay or Weekly Pay, with money as soon as 24 hours after a shift.
Do I need an interview to work on Bacon?
No, you apply to shifts with one click.
What kind of shifts does Bacon have?
Warehousing, manufacturing, general labour, catering, cleaning and events.
Does Bacon have a referral bonus?
Yes, $25 after your friend works their first shift.
Where is Bacon available?
In the U.S., in cities where companies post shifts.
