Restaurant Jobs in Pennsylvania

Restaurant jobs in Pennsylvania are concentrated in Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Allentown, where established groups like Aramark, Darden Restaurants, and the Kimpton Hotel & Restaurant Group maintain steady hiring across casual dining, fine dining, and fast-casual concepts. Openings range from line cook and prep cook positions to general manager and executive chef roles, reflecting strong demand at every level of the kitchen and front-of-house. Pennsylvania's tourism corridors, college towns, and convention districts keep the hiring pipeline active year-round. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles119+
Top employerBurger King
Top cityPhiladelphia, PA
Cities hiring59
Work type97% On-site
Top credentialHigh school diploma or GED

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Restaurant Manager
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Restaurant Manager
Fiddler's Bar and Grill
Carlisle, Pennsylvania
Business Operations
Customer Service
Customer Success
ServSafe Certification

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Assistant Restaurant Manager
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Assistant Restaurant Manager
Burger King
West Chester, Pennsylvania
Customer Service
Customer Support
$16.25 - $19.25/hr
On-Site
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Restaurant General Manager
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Restaurant General Manager
Burger King
West Chester, Pennsylvania
Procurement & Purchasing
Procurement & Supply Chain
Supply Chain
$48k - $64k/yr
On-Site
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Restaurant Store Assistant
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Restaurant Store Assistant
GetGo
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Business Operations
Hospitality Management
Project Management
$17 - $21/hr

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Restaurant Supervisor
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Restaurant Supervisor
Bob Evans Restaurants
Hummelstown, Pennsylvania
Business Operations
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Project Management
$24 - $29/hr
On-Site
10,000+

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Restaurant Jobs by City in Pennsylvania

Where Pennsylvania roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Lancaster
5 jobs
Hershey
4 jobs
Harrisburg
3 jobs
Wilkes-Barre
3 jobs
Allentown
2 jobs
Camp Hill
2 jobs
Langhorne
2 jobs

Restaurant Job Market in Pennsylvania

A snapshot from current Pennsylvania openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Burger King5 open roles
The Rose Group/Applebee's5 open roles
Taco Bell4 open roles

What Pennsylvania Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in restaurant jobs across Pennsylvania.

  • ServSafe Food Handler certification or equivalent Pennsylvania-accepted food safety credential
  • Proven experience in a comparable restaurant environment, front-of-house or back-of-house
  • Familiarity with Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board regulations for roles involving alcohol service
  • Ability to work flexible shifts including evenings, weekends, and Pennsylvania holiday periods
  • Strong knowledge of food allergen protocols and Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture safety standards
  • Experience with point-of-sale systems and basic inventory management practices

Restaurant Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a restaurant worker in Pennsylvania?

Starting a restaurant career in Pennsylvania begins with obtaining a food handler certification recognized by the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, with ServSafe being the most widely accepted credential among employers statewide. Most entry-level roles in kitchens or front-of-house require no formal degree, though culinary programs at institutions like the Pennsylvania Culinary Institute or community colleges in Philadelphia and Pittsburgh strengthen a candidate's prospects considerably. Bartending roles additionally require compliance with Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board regulations.

Which companies hire restaurants in Pennsylvania?

Companies currently hiring restaurants in Pennsylvania include Burger King, The Rose Group/Applebee's, and Taco Bell, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Pennsylvania's dense concentration of hotels, hospitals, sports venues, and university campuses means that large food service operators and contract dining companies consistently maintain some of the highest hiring volumes in the state.

Which Pennsylvania cities have the most restaurant jobs?

Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Lancaster lead Pennsylvania for restaurant job openings. Philadelphia dominates by volume given its size, tourism traffic, and convention activity, while Pittsburgh's revitalized dining scene and growing hospitality sector drive steady demand, and smaller metros like Allentown and Reading benefit from regional casino resorts, distribution hubs, and growing suburban dining strips that anchor consistent local hiring.

Are there remote restaurant jobs in Pennsylvania?

Yes, but they're rare. About 3% of restaurant openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, since the nature of restaurant work is almost entirely on-site and hands-on. The exceptions tend to be corporate roles attached to restaurant groups, such as regional marketing, menu development coordination, or training and development positions that can occasionally be performed partly off-site.

How can I get hired as a restaurant worker in Pennsylvania with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry point is a food runner, busser, or prep cook role, which large Pennsylvania employers and contract dining operators frequently fill without requiring prior experience. Aramark and Sodexo, both of which operate extensively across Pennsylvania university and healthcare campuses, run structured onboarding programs suited to first-time workers. Completing a ServSafe Food Handler certification before applying signals readiness and is often enough to move past initial screening for entry-level positions.

Where can I find and apply to restaurant jobs in Pennsylvania?

You can find and apply to restaurant jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to Pennsylvania employers. Search the listings for roles that match your experience level and location, then apply directly to the positions that fit.

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