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Burger King Jobs
One of the largest fast-food burger chains in the US
Updated for 2026 · Independent & ad-supported
Overview
Burger King is one of the largest fast-food burger chains in the US, with thousands of restaurants that hire crew members, cashiers, cooks, shift leaders, and managers year-round. Nearly all locations are independently owned and operated by franchisees, who handle their own hiring, so pay, benefits, and start dates vary by restaurant. Most entry-level crew jobs require no experience and offer flexible, often part-time schedules that suit students and first-time job seekers.
| Typical pay | $11-$26/hr (varies by role) |
|---|---|
| Minimum age | 16+ at most locations (some hire 14-15 with a work permit and restricted hours; 18+ for delivery and many management roles) |
| Where they hire | Nationwide (all 50 states) |
| Hiring | Hires year-round across thousands of US restaurants; frequent crew openings because most locations are franchisee-operated and hire locally. |
On Indeed, crew and team members average about $12-$14/hr, shift managers about $15-$16/hr, and assistant managers about $17/hr. Actual pay depends on your state, local minimum wage, and the franchise operator. In California, fast-food crew earn about $20/hr under the state's FAST Act.
Common roles & pay
| Team Member / Crew MemberWorks the front counter, drive-thru, or kitchen: takes orders, prepares food, restocks, and cleans. Entry-level, no experience needed. | About $13-$14/hr on average (Indeed) |
|---|---|
| CashierHandles front-counter and drive-thru orders and payments; provides guest service. | About $12/hr (Indeed) |
| Cook / Kitchen Team MemberRuns the grill and fry stations and assembles orders to spec. Must be 16+ to use kitchen equipment at most locations. | Similar to crew, roughly $12-$14/hr |
| Shift Coordinator / Shift ManagerRuns shifts, supervises crew, handles cash, and keeps service moving during busy periods. | About $15-$16/hr (Indeed) |
| Assistant ManagerSupports the general manager with scheduling, inventory, training, and daily operations. | About $17/hr (Indeed) |
| Restaurant General ManagerRuns the restaurant end to end: hiring, scheduling, inventory, guest experience, and profitability. | About $42,000-$70,000/yr, roughly $52,000 average (Gridwise) |
Benefits
- Free or discounted meals during shifts
- Flexible scheduling that works well for students and first-time workers
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance (typically full-time; offered mainly by larger franchise groups)
- 401(k) retirement plan (offered by some operators)
- Paid time off (varies by operator)
- Management training and promote-from-within advancement
- Employee Assistance Program at some locations
What it's like to work at Burger King
Most people start as a Team Member (crew member), working the front counter, drive-thru, or kitchen. The work is fast-paced and physical: taking orders, assembling food on the grill and fry stations, restocking, and keeping the restaurant clean. Common next steps are Shift Coordinator (shift manager), Assistant Manager, and Restaurant General Manager, and Burger King promotes many of its managers from within.
On pay, Indeed data (2026) puts crew and team members around $12-$14/hr on average, shift managers near $15-$16/hr, and assistant managers about $17/hr, with pay across all roles ranging roughly $11-$26/hr. What you actually earn depends heavily on your state and city minimum wage and the franchise operator; for example, California fast-food workers earn about $20/hr under the state's FAST Act. Schedules are flexible and often part-time, but nights, weekends, and holidays are common.
Because each restaurant is franchisee-owned, hiring is handled locally. You apply online through careers.bk.com (which routes to hiring platforms like TalentReef or Workstream) or in person, and then a manager reaches out for a short, casual interview about your availability and why you want the job. Many crew hires receive same-day or next-day offers; a background check or drug test may apply depending on the operator.
To improve your odds, apply to several nearby locations, list the widest availability you can (especially nights and weekends), and follow up in person a few days after applying. Entry-level roles do not require experience, so showing up on time, being friendly, and being willing to learn matter most. If you want more hours or faster raises, mention interest in cross-training and eventually moving up to a shift-leader role.
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