In-N-Out Burger's hiring age policy
In-N-Out has never franchised, so every restaurant is company-owned, but each store makes its own hiring decisions. The company's careers FAQ says Custodial (Clean-Up) Associates must be 18 or older. Its official pages do not state a minimum age for Store Associates, and we could not verify one from a live posting.
Minimum age by job
| Job | Age | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Store Associate | ? | No minimum age on official pages; not verified |
| Custodial (Clean-Up) Associate | 18+ | Stated in the company careers FAQ |
How to apply at In-N-Out Burger
Apply online through In-N-Out's restaurant employment page; you can apply to up to 4 locations, and applications stay active for 60 days. Under-18s may need a work permit depending on the state.
- Free meal every shift
- Paid vacation, including for part-time associates
- Flexible schedules around school
- Profit sharing and 401(k) after eligibility
- LEARN educational assistance after eligibility
In-N-Out Burger hiring age by state
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Questions
How old do you have to be to work at In-N-Out Burger?
In-N-Out Burger doesn't publish a minimum age for its entry-level jobs, and the postings we checked don't state one. Some roles do: Custodial Associate require 18+. Your state's law sets the floor.
How old do you have to be to work at In-N-Out?
In-N-Out's official careers pages don't list a minimum age for Store Associates, and we couldn't confirm one from a current posting. The Clean-Up (custodial) job requires you to be 18 or older. To find out the age for a Store Associate job, ask a manager at the store or email careers@innout.com.
Does In-N-Out hire 14- or 15-year-olds?
We found no official In-N-Out page or posting that hires 14- or 15-year-olds. Even where state law allows it, In-N-Out doesn't have to hire at that age, so check with the store directly.
Are all In-N-Out stores the same about hiring?
In-N-Out has never franchised, so every store is company-owned. But the company says each store makes its own hiring decisions, and your state's child labor law can also limit what under-18s can do and how many hours they can work.
What perks do In-N-Out associates get?
The company lists a free burger and fries every time you work, flexible shifts around school, paid vacation for part-time associates, and profit sharing and 401(k) once you're eligible. It doesn't publish pay on its main careers pages.
How do teens apply to In-N-Out?
Apply online through In-N-Out's restaurant employment page. You can choose up to 4 locations, and your application stays active for 60 days. You can also follow up in person by asking a store manager. Applying doesn't guarantee a job.
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