HiringAgePopeyes' hiring age policy
Popeyes restaurants are almost all run by independent franchisees, and each one sets its own hiring age. The postings we could verify ask for crew members to be at least 16; we found no posting that hires 14- or 15-year-olds.
Minimum age by job
| Job | Age | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Team member / crew member | 16+ | Franchisee postings in Virginia and North Carolina |
| Shift or restaurant manager | ? | Not stated in the postings we checked |
How to apply at Popeyes
Apply online through the Popeyes careers site or the franchise owner's job posting, or ask the manager at your local restaurant. Under-18s may need a work permit, depending on the state.
Popeyes hiring age by state
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| State | Youngest age | Work permit | Hours at 14–15 (school week) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 16+ | Needed | — |
| Alaska | 16+ | Needed | — |
| Arizona | 16+ | No | — |
| Arkansas | 16+ | No | — |
| California | 16+ | Needed | — |
| Colorado | 16+ | No | — |
| Connecticut | 16+ | Needed | — |
| Delaware | 16+ | Needed | — |
| District of Columbia | 16+ | Needed | — |
| Florida | 16+ | No | — |
| Georgia | 16+ | No | — |
| Hawaii | 16+ | Needed | — |
| Idaho | 16+ | No | — |
| Illinois | 16+ | No | — |
| Indiana | 16+ | No | — |
| Iowa | 16+ | No | — |
| Kansas | 16+ | No | — |
| Kentucky | 16+ | No | — |
| Louisiana | 16+ | Needed | — |
| Maine | 16+ | No | — |
| Maryland | 16+ | Needed | — |
| Massachusetts | 16+ | Needed | — |
| Michigan | 16+ | Needed | — |
| Minnesota | 16+ | No | — |
| Mississippi | 16+ | No | — |
| Missouri | 16+ | No | — |
| Montana | 16+ | No | — |
| Nebraska | 16+ | No | — |
| Nevada | 16+ | No | — |
| New Hampshire | 16+ | No | — |
| New Jersey | 16+ | Needed | — |
| New Mexico | 16+ | No | — |
| New York | 16+ | Needed | — |
| North Carolina | 16+ | Needed | — |
| North Dakota | 16+ | No | — |
| Ohio | 16+ | Needed | — |
| Oklahoma | 16+ | No | — |
| Oregon | 16+ | No | — |
| Pennsylvania | 16+ | Needed | — |
| Rhode Island | 16+ | Needed | — |
| South Carolina | 16+ | No | — |
| South Dakota | 16+ | No | — |
| Tennessee | 16+ | No | — |
| Texas | 16+ | No | — |
| Utah | 16+ | No | — |
| Vermont | 16+ | No | — |
| Virginia | 16+ | No | — |
| Washington | 16+ | Needed | — |
| West Virginia | 16+ | No | — |
| Wisconsin | 16+ | No | — |
| Wyoming | 16+ | No | — |
Questions
How old do you have to be to work at Popeyes?
You have to be at least 16 to work at Popeyes. Most Popeyes locations are independently owned franchises, and each owner sets their own minimum age. State law can raise the age.
Does Popeyes hire 14 or 15-year-olds?
We couldn't find any real Popeyes posting that accepts 14- or 15-year-olds. Some franchise postings tell 15-year-olds to apply again once they turn 16. Your state's law can also set extra limits on hours and duties for workers under 16.
What does a Popeyes team member do?
Team members take orders at the counter or drive-thru, handle payments, pack orders and keep the dining room and kitchen clean. Some cooking and fryer jobs may be limited for younger teens under child labor rules.
Do I need a work permit to work at Popeyes at 16?
It depends on your state. Some states require working papers or a work permit for anyone under 18, and others don't. Your school counselor or state labor department can tell you what you need.
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