Restaurant Jobs in Alabama
Restaurant jobs in Alabama are concentrated in the state's hospitality, tourism, and food service industries, with openings at every level from entry-level servers and line cooks to experienced managers and executive chefs. Birmingham, Huntsville, and Mobile are the most active hiring metros, and employers like Darden Restaurants, Cracker Barrel, and Marriott International maintain a consistent presence across the state. The strongest demand right now is for kitchen staff, front-of-house supervisors, and food and beverage managers. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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MPE Services is proud to be the local leading provider for heating & air conditioning, electrical, and plumbing services. We provide a wide variety of services to local residential and commercial clients in the North & Central Alabama areas as well as Southern Tennessee. When you need a plumber, electrician, or heating and air conditioning company you can rely on for quality services, all you must do is contact MPE Services
We are looking for an experienced Restaurant Service Technician to join our installation and repair team. As a Restaurant Service Technician, you will be responsible for processing and completing work orders, installing new refrigeration systems, troubleshooting mechanical failures, and performing equipment maintenance. You may also be required to advise on equipment upgrades and alternate cooling units.
To ensure success as a Restaurant Service Technician, you should have advanced knowledge of HVAC and refrigeration systems, good mechanical skills, and excellent troubleshooting skills. Ultimately, a top-class restaurant service technician expertly installs, repairs, and maintains commercial cooking equipment i.e. convection ovens, conveyor-ovens, fryers, grills, & more. This position has the opportunity to dispatch work from home, so you are not in the office everyday.
Benefits:
- 401(k) with company match up to 4 %
- Health insurance benefits offered based on company policy
- Paid vacation and holidays
Restaurant Service Technician Responsibilities:
- Diagnose commercial cooking equipment performance through observation, testing, and setup.
- Disassemble and reassemble equipment to perform troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and repair.
- Able to read, understand, and quote customer prices.
- Operate hand tools, power tools, gauges, and measuring equipment to perform service of unit.
- Lift, carry, pull, and push components and/or equipment to test, set up, or maintain equipment.
- Give and take written and verbal instructions.
- Complete documents to verify work performed.
- Operate a commercial vehicle and trailer.
- Work flexible hours as required, as well as on-call nights and weekends when assigned.
- Explain service charges and work performed to the customer.
Restaurant Service Technician Requirements:
- High school or equivalent
- EPA Certification
- Diagnostic ability as demonstrated through a minimum of 3 years’ experience and/or training in commercial cooking and refrigeration equipment such as fryers, grills, coolers, and ice machines.
- Driver’s License Required - Clean Driving Record
- Ability to competently use a variety of gauges, meters, measuring instruments, hoists, rigging equipment, torches, and hand tools.
- Ability to effectively communicate with the customer.
- Ability to work independently, under pressure, and without close supervision; willing and able to consistently work the schedule required by job demands.
- Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds of force frequently.
- Ability to climb and work from 8’ ladder, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, twist, grasp to perform essential job functions.
- Ability to safely operate a company motor vehicle as evidenced by past driving performance record and to adhere to all company safety requirements.
- Ability to tolerate environmental conditions consisting of extreme heat, cold, noise, vibration, fumes, dust, and poor ventilation.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $20.00 - $38.00 per hour (determined by experience)
Schedule:
- 8-hour shift
- Overtime
- Weekend availability (when on call)
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MPE Services is proud to be the local leading provider for heating & air conditioning, electrical, and plumbing services. We provide a wide variety of services to local residential and commercial clients in the North & Central Alabama areas as well as Southern Tennessee. When you need a plumber, electrician, or heating and air conditioning company you can rely on for quality services, all you must do is contact MPE Services
We are looking for an experienced Restaurant Service Technician to join our installation and repair team. As a Restaurant Service Technician, you will be responsible for processing and completing work orders, installing new refrigeration systems, troubleshooting mechanical failures, and performing equipment maintenance. You may also be required to advise on equipment upgrades and alternate cooling units.
To ensure success as a Restaurant Service Technician, you should have advanced knowledge of HVAC and refrigeration systems, good mechanical skills, and excellent troubleshooting skills. Ultimately, a top-class restaurant service technician expertly installs, repairs, and maintains commercial cooking equipment i.e. convection ovens, conveyor-ovens, fryers, grills, & more. This position has the opportunity to dispatch work from home, so you are not in the office everyday.
Benefits:
- 401(k) with company match up to 4 %
- Health insurance benefits offered based on company policy
- Paid vacation and holidays
Restaurant Service Technician Responsibilities:
- Diagnose commercial cooking equipment performance through observation, testing, and setup.
- Disassemble and reassemble equipment to perform troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and repair.
- Able to read, understand, and quote customer prices.
- Operate hand tools, power tools, gauges, and measuring equipment to perform service of unit.
- Lift, carry, pull, and push components and/or equipment to test, set up, or maintain equipment.
- Give and take written and verbal instructions.
- Complete documents to verify work performed.
- Operate a commercial vehicle and trailer.
- Work flexible hours as required, as well as on-call nights and weekends when assigned.
- Explain service charges and work performed to the customer.
Restaurant Service Technician Requirements:
- High school or equivalent
- EPA Certification
- Diagnostic ability as demonstrated through a minimum of 3 years’ experience and/or training in commercial cooking and refrigeration equipment such as fryers, grills, coolers, and ice machines.
- Driver’s License Required - Clean Driving Record
- Ability to competently use a variety of gauges, meters, measuring instruments, hoists, rigging equipment, torches, and hand tools.
- Ability to effectively communicate with the customer.
- Ability to work independently, under pressure, and without close supervision; willing and able to consistently work the schedule required by job demands.
- Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds of force frequently.
- Ability to climb and work from 8’ ladder, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, twist, grasp to perform essential job functions.
- Ability to safely operate a company motor vehicle as evidenced by past driving performance record and to adhere to all company safety requirements.
- Ability to tolerate environmental conditions consisting of extreme heat, cold, noise, vibration, fumes, dust, and poor ventilation.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $20.00 - $38.00 per hour (determined by experience)
Schedule:
- 8-hour shift
- Overtime
- Weekend availability (when on call)
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Where Alabama roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Restaurant Job Market in Alabama
A snapshot from current Alabama openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Cook Out Restaurants10
- Love’s Travel Stops7
- Church's Texas Chicken5
- Circle K4
- Whataburger3
What Alabama Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in restaurant jobs across Alabama.
- Alabama Food Handler Certification or ServSafe certification recognized in Alabama
- Demonstrated experience in a commercial kitchen or front-of-house environment
- Familiarity with food safety standards and Alabama Department of Public Health regulations
- Ability to work flexible shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays
- Strong customer service and communication skills in a fast-paced setting
- Experience with point-of-sale systems and basic cash handling procedures
Restaurant Jobs in Alabama: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a restaurant in Alabama?
Most restaurant roles in Alabama do not require a state license, but food handlers and managers working in establishments regulated by the Alabama Department of Public Health are typically expected to hold a ServSafe Food Handler or Food Manager certification. Managers may need an accredited food safety manager certificate. Beyond certification, employers look for a high school diploma or equivalent, and some supervisory or chef roles prefer a culinary degree or formal apprenticeship training.
Which companies hire restaurants in Alabama?
Alabama restaurant roles are posted by Cook Out Restaurants, Love’s Travel Stops, and Church's Texas Chicken and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Large hotel and resort operators, regional chains, and independent fine dining establishments in Birmingham and along the Gulf Coast are among the most consistent sources of openings.
Which Alabama cities have the most restaurant jobs?
Birmingham, Huntsville, and Montgomery have the most restaurant openings in Alabama right now. Birmingham leads as the state's largest metro with a dense concentration of hotels, entertainment venues, and independent restaurants, while Huntsville's rapid population growth and expanding corporate presence drive consistent demand, and Mobile's tourism and Gulf Coast hospitality sector sustains year-round openings.
Are there remote restaurant jobs in Alabama?
Yes, but they're rare. Restaurant work is largely hands-on and on-site, so most roles require a physical presence. About 8% of restaurant openings tied to Alabama are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions tend to be limited to corporate functions like regional management, menu development consulting, or restaurant group marketing rather than floor or kitchen roles.
How can I get hired as a restaurant in Alabama with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a host, busser, or dishwasher position at a high-volume Alabama restaurant, where on-the-job training is standard and advancement to server or prep cook happens quickly. Large Alabama employers like Darden and Marriott run structured onboarding programs for new hires with no prior experience. Earning a ServSafe Food Handler certification before applying gives candidates a concrete edge and signals readiness to Alabama hiring managers even without a work history.
Where can I find and apply to restaurant jobs in Alabama?
You can find and apply to restaurant jobs in Alabama on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search for roles that match your experience level and location, then apply directly to the ones that fit. No signup is needed to view the listings.
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