Restaurant Jobs in Charlotte, NC
Restaurant jobs in Charlotte are in high demand across the city's booming hospitality scene, from Uptown and South End to NoDa and Ballantyne, with quick-service chains, independent dining concepts, and hotel food and beverage operations all actively hiring. Employers bringing on staff right now include Cook Out Restaurants, Marriott International, and Highgate. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Starting from $55,000 annually plus monthly training incentive
- Pay is based on location, experience, and qualifications etc.
- Monthly incentives after training vary and are based on restaurant profitability
At Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers®, we serve only the most craveable chicken finger meals – it’s our One Love! Known for our great Crew and cool Culture, we follow a Work Hard. Have Fun. philosophy. Raising Cane’s is the fastest-growing chicken concept around and is on track to be a Top 10 Restaurant Brand in the United States. Each Crewmember is important to our rapid growth and enduring success. Now is your chance to join the Team and Raise The Bar!
Benefits offered for all Full-time Restaurant Managers:
- Medical, Dental, Vision & Pharmacy Benefits
- Dependent Care & Healthcare Flexible Spending Accounts
- Company-provided Life and Disability insurance
- Hospital Indemnity, Accident and Critical Illness
- 401(k) With Employer Match (age 21 & older)
- Access to financial advisors for budget and retirement planning
- One Pass Gym Membership Program
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Crewmember Assistance Program
- Pet Insurance
Perks & Rewards for Restaurant Managers:
- Weekly Pay!*
- Competitive pay + monthly bonus
- Paid Time Off & Sick time
- 8 paid Holidays a year**
- Early closure for company events
- Casual Work Attire
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Perkspot Employee Discount Programs
- Raising Cane's pays weekly, except in some states (e.g., California) where the company pays bi-weekly.
- **Some locations may vary
Job Description
Your Role at Raising Cane’s:
The Growth Assistant Restaurant Leader is an Assistant Restaurant Leader with Raising Cane’s that is also responsible for supporting new restaurant openings (NRO) by providing oversight of the training team and supporting their development. The Assistant Growth Restaurant Leader is also responsible for training the hourly restaurant managers and Assistant Restaurant Leaders while deployed. This role will be tasked with supporting the day-to-day operations of the restaurant before and after opening, and upholding Raising Cane’s standards and culture in all areas of restaurant operations. The Growth Assistant Restaurant Leader will lead NRO when needed.
The physical work environment includes working in a fast-paced kitchen environment (which requires extended periods of physical exertion, such as walking, standing, lifting and bending) and interacting with customers. It also includes both inside and outside work in varied temperatures, working with and around food products, common allergens, industrial equipment, commercial cleaning products that require the use of personal protective equipment and physical activities necessary to complete the responsibilities of the job.
Your Impact and Responsibilities:
Leads the training team and oversees trainer development
Leads the new restaurant setup and organization and ensures full and accurate completion
Enforces Raising Cane’s policies and standards
Executes shift management meeting Raising Cane’s operations and safety standards
Performs restaurant performance standards observation walks and uses tools to document results and take corrective action when needed
Supports in strategy planning and execution in all areas of operations
Completes other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Requirements for Success:
Detail-oriented, organized and able to manage multiple priorities that may be constantly changing
Self-driven, flexible, and highly energetic with strong analytical, written and verbal communication skills
Able to work effectively and efficiently both independently and collaboratively
Able to recognize problems, set goals, create plans and convert plans into action to solve problems
Proficient in a variety of technology systems including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and Outlook) and ability to learn and adapt to new systems quickly
Able to work a variety of shifts including days, evenings and weekends and travel as needed for work-related functions and training
3+ years of restaurant or retail management experience
Advanced knowledge of labor laws, staffing, scheduling, people and cost management
New restaurant opening experience preferred
Must be 18 years of age or older
High school diploma or equivalent required, some college preferred
Possess a valid driver’s license
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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- Cook Out Restaurants93

- Marriott International22

- Highgate16

- Raising Cane's11

- FARE5

Restaurant Jobs in Charlotte: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a restaurant job in Charlotte?
Start by targeting the neighborhoods where restaurant hiring is densest: Uptown, South End, Plaza Midwood, and the Ballantyne corridor all have high concentrations of full-service restaurants, hotel dining rooms, and fast-casual concepts. Candidates with food handler certification, prior point-of-sale experience, or a flexible weekend availability stand out in Charlotte's competitive hospitality market. Applying directly through an employer's careers page or a platform that lists local openings tends to move faster than walk-ins.
Which companies hire restaurants in Charlotte?
Employers hiring restaurants in Charlotte right now include Cook Out Restaurants, Marriott International, and Highgate, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Charlotte's mix of national hospitality groups, locally owned independent restaurants, hotel food and beverage departments, and sports and entertainment venues creates a broad range of employer types actively posting roles across the city.
Are there remote restaurant jobs in Charlotte?
Yes, though remote work is rare in restaurant roles because most positions require a physical presence for food preparation, service, or guest interaction. About 0% of restaurant openings tied to Charlotte are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those openings tend to be concentrated in corporate or regional support functions such as restaurant management training, marketing, or catering coordination rather than front-of-house or kitchen roles.
How can I get a restaurant job in Charlotte with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Charlotte is starting in a support role, such as host, busser, food runner, or counter attendant, at one of the city's many fast-casual or quick-service concepts in areas like South End, University City, or Pineville. Large hotel brands with Charlotte properties often hire entry-level banquet and catering staff and provide on-the-job training. Earning a basic food handler certification before applying gives you a concrete advantage over other first-time applicants.
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