Hiring ages › Fast food & restaurants

How old do you have to be to work at Raising Cane's?

You have to be at least 16 to work at Raising Cane's. State law can raise the age — pick your state below.

Company-confirmed · checked October 2026

Raising Cane's hiring age policy

Raising Cane's own job postings for Restaurant Crewmember say you must be 16 years of age or older. The restaurants are run by the company, which posts the same 16+ rule in every state we checked.

Minimum age by job

14
15
16
17
18+
16Restaurant Crewmember
JobAgeNote
Restaurant Crewmember (cashier, cook, all shifts)16+Stated in company postings; state law may limit hours for 16-17-year-olds

How much does Raising Cane's pay teens?

$15–$15.5 an hour — Starting hiring pay for Restaurant Crewmember in Indiana and Illinois postings, 2026; up to $1.50/hr more possible in the first year; varies by state

How to apply at Raising Cane's

Search for a Restaurant Crewmember opening at jobs.raisingcanes.com and apply online through the chat-style application; under-18s may need a work permit depending on the state.

See Raising Cane's jobs →

Raising Cane's hiring age by state

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

From 16
Show the table for all states
StateYoungest ageWork permitHours at 14–15 (school week)
Alabama16+Needed—
Alaska16+Needed—
Arizona16+No—
Arkansas16+No—
California16+Needed—
Colorado16+No—
Connecticut16+Needed—
Delaware16+Needed—
District of Columbia16+Needed—
Florida16+No—
Georgia16+No—
Hawaii16+Needed—
Idaho16+No—
Illinois16+No—
Indiana16+No—
Iowa16+No—
Kansas16+No—
Kentucky16+No—
Louisiana16+Needed—
Maine16+No—
Maryland16+Needed—
Massachusetts16+Needed—
Michigan16+Needed—
Minnesota16+No—
Mississippi16+No—
Missouri16+No—
Montana16+No—
Nebraska16+No—
Nevada16+No—
New Hampshire16+No—
New Jersey16+Needed—
New Mexico16+No—
New York16+Needed—
North Carolina16+Needed—
North Dakota16+No—
Ohio16+Needed—
Oklahoma16+No—
Oregon16+No—
Pennsylvania16+Needed—
Rhode Island16+Needed—
South Carolina16+No—
South Dakota16+No—
Tennessee16+No—
Texas16+No—
Utah16+No—
Vermont16+No—
Virginia16+No—
Washington16+Needed—
West Virginia16+No—
Wisconsin16+No—
Wyoming16+No—

Get new Raising Cane's and nearby teen jobs

One email when new jobs for your age open near you. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.

For teens 13 and older and parents. We only use your email for job alerts — see privacy.

Questions

How old do you have to be to work at Raising Cane's?

You have to be at least 16 to work at Raising Cane's. State law can raise the age.

Does Raising Cane's hire 14-year-olds?

No. Raising Cane's own job postings say crewmembers must be 16 years of age or older, and we found no posting that accepts 14- or 15-year-olds.

Can I work at Raising Cane's at 15?

Not according to the company's postings. The minimum stated age is 16, so it is best to wait until your 16th birthday and then apply online.

What job can a 16-year-old get at Raising Cane's?

Restaurant Crewmember. That covers taking orders, cooking and cleaning, and no experience is needed because paid training is provided. Your state's child labor law may still limit how late and how many hours you can work while you're under 18.

How much does Raising Cane's pay a 16-year-old?

Postings we saw in Indiana and Illinois listed a starting pay of $15.00 to $15.50 an hour, with up to $1.50 more possible in the first year. Pay differs by state and city, so check the posting for the restaurant near you.

How do I apply to Raising Cane's as a teen?

Go to jobs.raisingcanes.com, pick a Restaurant Crewmember opening near you and apply online. Depending on your state, you may need a work permit or proof of age, and a parent may need to help with paperwork. Applying does not guarantee a job.

Other places that hire at 16

Sources

  1. Restaurant Crewmember - Michigan City, IN | Careers at Raising Cane's (2026-10) — Must be 16 years of age or older; starting hiring pay $15.00; company pays weekly
  2. Restaurant Crewmember - Evening & Late Night Shift - Orland Park, IL | Careers at Raising Cane's (2026-10) — Must be 16 years of age or older; starting hiring pay $15.50
  3. Restaurant Crewmember - Dinner/Close Shift - Batavia, IL | Careers at Raising Cane's (2026-10) — Must be 16 years of age or older; starting hiring pay $15.50
  4. Crew Member - Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers, Hurst, TX (Seasoned) (2026-10) — Must be 16 years of age or older (Texas posting)
  5. Crewmembers - Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers, Houston, TX (Seasoned) (2026-10) — Must be 16 years of age or older (Texas posting)
  6. Benefits | Careers at Raising Cane's (2026-10) — Crewmember benefits and perks

Last checked October 10, 2026. See a different age at your Raising Cane's? Tell us.