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How old do you have to be to work at Little Caesars?

You can work at Little Caesars from age 15 at some locations, but most restaurants hire at 16. Most Little Caesars locations are independently owned franchises, and each owner sets their own minimum age. State law can raise the age — pick your state below.

From job postings · checked October 2026

Little Caesars' hiring age policy

Most Little Caesars stores are franchised. Postings use the standard line 'A Little Caesars Colleague must be at least 16 years of age,' and one North Dakota franchise uses 15. The same postings say you must be 18 to use the dough sheeter or vertical cutting mixer, or to hold a sign outside.

Minimum age by job

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18+
16Crew member
18+Dough sheeter / vertical cutting mixer · Sign holder
JobAgeNote
Crew member16+15 at a North Dakota franchise
Dough sheeter / vertical cutting mixer18+
Sign holder ("Shakerboard")18+

How much does Little Caesars pay teens?

$11 an hour — Only one posting we checked listed pay: $11/hour, Mandan/Bismarck ND, 2026

How to apply at Little Caesars

Find the store's job posting online (many franchisees use their own hiring sites) or ask in person. Under-18s may need a work permit.

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Little Caesars hiring age by state

The youngest age Little Caesars could hire you at in each state: the company's minimum or the state's, whichever is higher. “✓ seen” means we found a real Little Caesars posting there accepting that age.

From 15From 16✓ Seen in a posting
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StateYoungest ageWork permitHours at 14–15 (school week)
Alabama15+Needed18 h
Alaska15+Needed18 h
Arizona15+No18 h
Arkansas15+No18 h
California15+Needed18 h
Colorado15+No18 h
Connecticut16+ state lawNeeded—
Delaware15+Needed18 h
District of Columbia15+Needed18 h
Florida15+No15 h
Georgia15+Needed18 h
Hawaii15+Needed18 h
Idaho15+No18 h
Illinois15+Needed18 h
Indiana15+No18 h
Iowa15+No18 h
Kansas15+No18 h
Kentucky15+No18 h
Louisiana15+Needed18 h
Maine15+Needed18 h
Maryland15+Needed18 h
Massachusetts15+Needed18 h
Michigan15+Needed18 h
Minnesota15+No18 h
Mississippi15+No18 h
Missouri15+Needed18 h
Montana15+No18 h
Nebraska15+Needed18 h
Nevada15+No18 h
New Hampshire15+Needed18 h
New Jersey15+Needed18 h
New Mexico15+Needed18 h
New York15+Needed18 h
North Carolina15+Needed18 h
North Dakota15+ ✓ seenNeeded18 h
Ohio15+Needed18 h
Oklahoma15+Needed18 h
Oregon15+No18 h
Pennsylvania15+Needed18 h
Rhode Island15+Needed18 h
South Carolina15+No18 h
South Dakota15+No18 h
Tennessee15+No18 h
Texas15+No18 h
Utah15+No18 h
Vermont15+No18 h
Virginia15+Needed18 h
Washington15+Needed16 h
West Virginia15+Needed18 h
Wisconsin15+Needed18 h
Wyoming15+No18 h

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Questions

How old do you have to be to work at Little Caesars?

You can work at Little Caesars from age 15 at some locations, but most restaurants hire at 16. Most Little Caesars locations are independently owned franchises, and each owner sets their own minimum age. State law can raise the age.

Does Little Caesars hire at 15?

A few stores do. A Little Caesars in Mandan, North Dakota says 'A Little Caesars Colleague must be at least 15 years of age.' Most postings say 16. Franchise owners set their own rules, and state law can raise the age.

Does Little Caesars hire 14-year-olds?

We couldn't find a Little Caesars posting that accepts 14-year-olds.

What can't I do at Little Caesars if I'm under 18?

Postings say you must be 18 to use the dough sheeter and the vertical cutting mixer, and to work outside holding the sign. Under-18s can take orders, make pizzas and clean.

How do I apply?

Look for the store's job posting online or walk in and ask for the manager. Bring your availability, and get a work permit first if your state requires one.

Other places that hire at 15

Sources

  1. Crew Members and Shift Leads - Little Caesars Pizza-Mandan (ND) (2026-05) — minAge 15: 'A Little Caesars Colleague must be at least 15 years of age.'; pay $11/hour
  2. Crew Member, Little Caesars Pizza Dallas, TX (Seasoned) (2026-10) — typical 16: 'must be at least 16 years of age'; sheeter/vertical cutting mixer and Shakerboard 18+
  3. Team Member, Little Caesars Pizza Novi, MI (Seasoned) (2026-09) — 'Hires 16+'

Last checked October 10, 2026. See a different age at your Little Caesars? Tell us.