# How old do you have to be to work at Culver's?

You can work at Culver's from age 14 at some locations, but most restaurants hire at 16. Most Culver's locations are independently owned franchises, and each owner sets their own minimum age. State law can raise the age.

Culver's restaurants are run by independent owners. Culver's careers FAQ says the minimum age varies by location and state, and that in many cases 14- to 16-year-olds can work there within youth employment rules. Postings we checked range from 14 (Minnesota, Florida) to 16, with some roles 18+.

- Minimum age: 14
- Most locations: 16
- Franchised: mostly
- Pay: $9–$17/hour (Crew postings seen Oct 2026: $9-$12 for a 14-15 crew role (Lakeville, MN), up to $16.50 (Jupiter, FL), $10-$17 (Grand Blanc, MI))
- Confidence: From job postings
- Checked: 2026-10-10

## By job

- Crew / team member: 14+ (Some locations, e.g. Lakeville, MN and Jupiter, FL)
- Team member / dessert artist / dishwasher: 16+ (e.g. Utah, Michigan, Wisconsin postings)
- Closing manager: 19+ (Green Bay, WI posting)
- Cleaner / porter: 21+ (Green Bay, WI posting)

## By state (youngest possible age)

| State | Age | Work permit |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 14 | needed |
| Alaska | 14 | needed |
| Arizona | 14 | no |
| Arkansas | 14 | no |
| California | 14 | needed |
| Colorado | 14 | no |
| Connecticut | 16 | needed |
| Delaware | 14 | needed |
| District of Columbia | 14 | needed |
| Florida | 14 | no |
| Georgia | 14 | needed |
| Hawaii | 14 | needed |
| Idaho | 14 | no |
| Illinois | 14 | needed |
| Indiana | 14 | no |
| Iowa | 14 | no |
| Kansas | 14 | no |
| Kentucky | 14 | no |
| Louisiana | 14 | needed |
| Maine | 14 | needed |
| Maryland | 14 | needed |
| Massachusetts | 14 | needed |
| Michigan | 14 | needed |
| Minnesota | 14 | no |
| Mississippi | 14 | no |
| Missouri | 14 | needed |
| Montana | 14 | no |
| Nebraska | 14 | needed |
| Nevada | 14 | no |
| New Hampshire | 14 | needed |
| New Jersey | 14 | needed |
| New Mexico | 14 | needed |
| New York | 14 | needed |
| North Carolina | 14 | needed |
| North Dakota | 14 | needed |
| Ohio | 14 | needed |
| Oklahoma | 14 | needed |
| Oregon | 14 | no |
| Pennsylvania | 14 | needed |
| Rhode Island | 14 | needed |
| South Carolina | 14 | no |
| South Dakota | 14 | no |
| Tennessee | 14 | no |
| Texas | 14 | no |
| Utah | 14 | no |
| Vermont | 14 | no |
| Virginia | 14 | needed |
| Washington | 14 | needed |
| West Virginia | 14 | needed |
| Wisconsin | 14 | needed |
| Wyoming | 14 | no |

## Questions

**How old do you have to be to work at Culver's?**
You can work at Culver's from age 14 at some locations, but most restaurants hire at 16. Most Culver's locations are independently owned franchises, and each owner sets their own minimum age. State law can raise the age.

**Does Culver's hire at 14?**
Some do. Culver's says many locations can hire team members aged 14 to 16, and we found real postings for 14- and 15-year-olds in Minnesota and Florida. Other locations start at 16, so check the posting for your restaurant.

**What can a 14-year-old do at Culver's?**
Each restaurant decides your duties, but federal law keeps 14- and 15-year-olds away from most cooking and fryers and limits their hours. Your state may add more limits.

**Is Culver's a good first job for a 14-year-old?**
Many Culver's post jobs just for 14- and 15-year-olds, with shorter shifts that fit school. Pay is set by each owner, so ask about it, and about a work permit if your state requires one.

## Sources

- Culver's Restaurant Careers (FAQ): https://www.culvers.com/careers
- Crew Member (14-15 years old) - Culver's (Lakeville, MN): https://www.workstream.us/j/34b12c64/culvers/lakeville-44999/crew-member-14-15-years-old-96fe5742?locale=en
- Front of House Crew Member - Culver's (Jupiter, FL): https://www.workstream.us/j/6cf0fdda/culvers/jupiter-49746/front-of-house-crew-member-bf72323c?locale=en
- Team Member - Culver's (West Jordan, UT): https://www.workstream.us/j/fe3b4337/culvers/west-jordan-31402/team-member-0b0c01a9?locale=en
- Team Member - Culver's of Grand Blanc (MI): https://www.workstream.us/j/19354baa/culvers/grand-blanc-43594/team-member-4a1b145e?locale=en
- Culver's Careers and Jobs - Green Bay, WI (1219 W Mason St): https://www.workstream.us/j/cc0b13d9/culvers?locale=en

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