| # | Company | Employees |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
McDonald'scorporate.mcdonalds.com
global fast-food restaurant chain operating over 37,000 locations worldwide, serving popular menu items and employing 1.9 million people |
261,219 |
| 2 |
Burger Kingbk.com
Operates over 17,000 restaurants globally, serving flame-grilled burgers to 11 million guests daily. Part of a larger quick service restaurant group. |
124,616 |
| 3 |
Subwaysubway.com
Global quick service restaurant franchise with over 37,000 locations in 100+ countries, serving made-to-order sandwiches, wraps, salads, and bowls through dedicated franchisees and corporate teams |
118,689 |
| 4 |
Chipotle Mexican Grillchipotle.com
Serving responsibly sourced, classically cooked real food with wholesome ingredients, focusing on sustainability, digital innovation, and excellent guest experience. |
105,000 |
| 5 | 98,109 | |
| 6 |
Domino'sdominos.com
Leading pizza company globally, operating through franchises, innovating in pizza and delivery, committed to customer service and community involvement. |
95,605 |
| 7 |
Chick-fil-A Corporate Support Centerchick-fil-a.com
Company provides extensive support for restaurant operations including digital, financial, analytics, and development to ensure exceptional customer experiences globally. |
90,667 |
| 8 |
Pizza Hutpizzahut.com
A global leader in the restaurant industry, focused on breakthrough innovation, passionate customer service, and investing in employees for success |
85,296 |
| 9 |
Taco Belltacobell.com
This company operates as a global Mexican-inspired quick service restaurant brand, with thousands of locations serving millions of customers weekly, part of a major restaurant group. |
83,421 |
| 10 |
Dardendarden.com
Restaurant company with diverse brands like Olive Garden and LongHorn Steakhouse, employing 190,000 team members to serve 380 million guests annually |
82,251 |
| 11 |
Chick-fil-A Restaurantschick-fil-a.com
Operates quick-service restaurants, known for fresh food and hospitality, with an independent Owner-Operator franchise model across the US, Canada, Puerto Rico. |
76,067 |
| 12 |
The Wendy's Companywendys.com
Serves made-to-order square hamburgers, fresh salads, chili, and Frosty desserts across 7,000+ restaurants globally, also supporting adoption initiatives. |
73,218 |
| 13 |
Inspirestories.inspirebrands.com
Operates a diverse portfolio of over 33,000 restaurants worldwide including Arby's, Baskin-Robbins, Buffalo Wild Wings, Dunkin', Jimmy John's, and SONIC. |
56,164 |
| 14 |
Olive Gardenolivegarden.com
Leading casual Italian restaurant chain inspired by Italy for menus, wine, and Tuscan design, emphasizing warmth, hospitality, and family in dining experiences. |
40,632 |
| 15 |
Brinker Internationalbrinkerjobs.com
Leading casual dining restaurant company owning, operating, or franchising over 1,600 restaurants globally, including Chili's Grill & Bar and Maggiano's Little Italy. |
39,975 |
| 16 |
Panera Breadpanerabread.com
Fresh bakery foodservice offering freshly baked breads, pastries, and clean food with omni-channel ordering and community focus. |
39,768 |
| 17 |
Yum! Brandsyum.com
Franchises and operates over 62,000 restaurants globally, including KFC, Taco Bell, Pizza Hut, and Habit Burger & Grill, specializing in chicken, Mexican, pizza, and burgers. |
34,000 |
| 18 |
Chili'schilisjobs.com
A global restaurant chain known for casual fare and warm hospitality, with a focus on giving back to communities Passionate about exceptional guest service |
33,439 |
| 19 |
Papa Johnspapajohnsegypt.com
A company seeking individuals with an entrepreneurial spirit, offering hands-on training, advancement opportunities, and emphasizing teamwork and quality customer experiences |
29,813 |
| 20 | 28,936 | |
| 21 |
Waffle House, Inc.wafflehouse.com
Serving fast American food across 25 states, creating career opportunities for 40,000+ employees, and fostering customer and associate loyalty since 1955. |
28,807 |
| 22 |
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchenpopeyes.com
Quick-service restaurant chain specializing in New Orleans-style spicy chicken, chicken tenders, fried shrimp, and regional Louisiana-inspired menu items. |
27,338 |
| 23 |
Denny'sdennys.com
This company serves and nourishes people with food while also promoting their wellbeing and overall satisfaction |
26,621 |
| 24 |
Outback Steakhouseoutback.com
An Australian themed steakhouse restaurant offering a variety of chicken, ribs, seafood, and pasta dishes with high-quality food, generous portions, and a casual atmosphere |
24,676 |
| 25 |
Whataburgerwhataburger.com
Opened in 1950, this restaurant chain serves made-to-order burgers with never-frozen beef on toasted buns, along with other menu items, in over 1,100 locations. |
24,292 |
| 26 |
Raising Cane's Chicken Fingersraisingcanes.com
Fast-food chain specializing in craveable chicken finger meals, focused on customer satisfaction, crew culture, and community involvement. |
21,660 |
| 27 |
Jack in the Boxjackinthebox.com
Operates quick-serve restaurants, offering diverse menu items like breakfast sandwiches, salads. Company pioneered many fast-food staples, with over 2000 locations. |
21,368 |
| 28 |
Jimmy John'sjimmyjohns.com
Prepares and sells sandwiches made with fresh vegetables, hand-sliced meats, and freshly baked bread daily for quick service restaurant customers. |
20,137 |
| 29 |
The Cheesecake Factorycakecareers.com
Large restaurant chain offering generous food portions, career growth opportunities, work-life balance, and a supportive team environment. |
19,341 |
| 30 |
Cracker Barrelcrackerbarrel.com
Restaurant and retail business offering country-style meals and hospitality, creating a welcoming atmosphere for guests to enjoy. |
18,801 |
| 31 |
Panda Restaurant Grouppandacareers.com
A global leader in Asian dining experiences focused on people development, fostering a purpose-driven culture with values promoting growth and progress |
18,701 |
| 32 |
Red Lobsterredlobster.com
A leading seafood restaurant company focused on providing a top-notch dining experience with quality seafood, passionate team members, and sustainable growth |
17,619 |
| 33 |
Culver's Restaurantsculvers.com
A restaurant chain offering ButterBurgers and Fresh Frozen Custard, with franchise opportunities available for those with strong leadership skills |
16,686 |
| 34 |
KFC USjobs.kfc.com
It is the world's most popular chicken restaurant chain, a division of Yum! Brands, one of the world's largest restaurant companies. |
16,422 |
| 35 |
Jersey Mike's Subsjerseymikes.com
Serves authentic fresh sliced subs and Philly cheesesteaks on freshly baked bread, committed to community giving and philanthropic endeavors. |
16,217 |
| 36 |
Wingstop Restaurants Inc.wingstop.com
Global restaurant chain specializing in flavorful chicken wings, offering diverse career opportunities within its rapidly expanding network and support centers. |
16,095 |
| 37 |
Red Robinredrobin.com
Operates casual dining restaurants across U.S. and Canada, offering American food, fun, and a playful atmosphere for guests. |
14,265 |
| 38 |
Zaxbyszaxbys.com
Established in 1990, this brand serves chicken fingers, wings, sandwiches, and salads in a lively atmosphere, with over 900 locations across 18 states |
14,170 |
| 39 |
In-N-Out Burgerin-n-out.com
Privately owned fast food chain serving high-quality, fresh, made-to-order burgers in a clean environment with friendly service. |
14,130 |
| 40 |
TGI Fridaystgifridays.com
Operating over 380 restaurants worldwide, offering authentic American food and legendary drinks in a welcoming, inclusive atmosphere. |
13,865 |
| 41 |
Five Guys Enterprisesfiveguys.com
Opened, perfected, and expanded burger restaurants from a local presence to over 1,900 locations globally, including North America, Europe, and the Middle East, since 1986. |
11,602 |
| 42 |
Bojangles' Restaurants, Inc.bojangles.com
A unique and growing restaurant operator and franchisor serving high-quality, Southern-inspired food made from scratch with a special blend of seasonings |
11,124 |
| 43 |
P.F. Chang'spfchangs.com
Restaurant specializing in handcrafted Asian cuisine, using fresh ingredients and traditional wok cooking methods for every dish daily. |
10,885 |
| 44 |
SPB Hospitalityspbhospitality.com
Leading operator of full-service dining restaurants and breweries nationwide, with a diverse portfolio of popular brands and specialty concepts |
9,153 |
| 45 |
Tropical Smoothie Cafetropicalsmoothiecafe.com
Serves better-for-you food and smoothies, inspiring healthier lifestyles and community well-being through a fast-casual restaurant brand across many states. |
9,087 |
| 46 |
BJ's Restaurants, Inc.bjsrestaurants.com
A company offering a unique dining experience with award-winning handcrafted beer, Chicago-style pizza with a Southern California twist, and world-renowned desserts |
8,709 |
| 47 |
Steak n Shakesteaknshake.com
Premium burger and milkshake restaurant focused on quality food, excellent service, affordable prices, and a fun, people-centered work environment. |
8,521 |
| 48 |
Firehouse Subsfirehousesubs.com
Operates a restaurant chain serving hearty subs, founded by former firefighters, supporting public safety through a non-profit foundation. |
8,503 |
| 49 |
CEC Entertainmentchuckejobs.com
A global leader in family dining/entertainment with 605 Chuck E Cheese's and 149 Peter Piper Pizza locations, ensuring every guest leaves happy |
8,255 |
| 50 |
Marco's Pizza (Marco's Franchising, LLC)marcosfranchising.com
A fast-growing pizza brand founded in 1978, known for high-quality pizza made from scratch dough and fresh cheeses, with over 1,200 locations nationwide |
7,864 |
| 51 |
Hooters of Americahooters.com
operates a global chain of restaurants specializing in chicken wings, offering a unique hospitality experience and actively expanding through franchising partnerships. |
7,683 |
| 52 |
Checkers & Rally’s Drive-In Restaurantsweb.checkersandrallys.com
A fast food chain offering bold burgers, sandwiches, and fries at unbeatable prices, with a focus on employee development and rewarding hard work |
7,001 |
| 53 |
Cheddar's Scratch Kitchencheddars.com
Casual dining restaurant focusing on scratch-made meals, emphasizing genuine hospitality, team appreciation, and a rewarding work environment. |
6,816 |
| 54 |
Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgersfreddys.com
A family-owned restaurant in Wichita, Kansas, serving quality steakburgers inspired by 1950s classics, along with signature frozen custard desserts |
6,755 |
| 55 |
Smoothie King (SKFI)smoothieking.com
A leading smoothie bar and nutritional lifestyle center franchise with over 1,000 stores in the US and internationally Ready to find your purpose? |
6,100 |
| 56 |
Golden Corral Corporationgoldencorral.com
A leading chain restaurant specializing in family-style buffets, offering high-quality food at reasonable prices in a clean, friendly atmosphere |
6,099 |
| 57 |
McAlister's Delibeta.mcalistersdeli.com
A fast casual restaurant chain offering sandwiches, soups, salads, and desserts with catering services, known for its hospitality and famous sweet tea |
5,735 |
| 58 |
Wendy's (Pertoria, Inc.)wendysnwo.com
A local company operating six Wendy's restaurants in Northwest Ohio, focusing on providing great food, excellent customer service, and community involvement |
5,367 |
| 59 |
First Watch Restaurantsfirstwatch.com
A breakfast-focused restaurant chain prioritizing freshness, community relationships, and employee well-being while serving customers with care and intention |
5,343 |
| 60 | 5,240 | |
| 61 |
White Castlewhitecastle.com
Family-owned fast-food chain since 1921, known for iconic Sliders, operating 350+ restaurants and retail division, with commitment to quality and innovation |
5,169 |
| 62 |
Del Tacodeltaco.com
Established in 1964, this California-based company operates nearly 600 restaurants across 16 states offering Mexican and American made-to-order items using fresh ingredients |
5,131 |
| 63 |
Noodles & Companynoodles.com
A global food company that values individuality and community, creating delicious, made-to-order meals with ingredients to feel good about |
5,063 |
| 64 |
Carrabba's Italian Grillcarrabbas.com
Casual Italian restaurant serving fresh, handmade dishes cooked to order in an lively exhibition kitchen, emphasizing flavorful foods and hospitality |
5,032 |
| 65 |
Hard Rock Cafecafe.hardrock.com
A global restaurant chain founded in 1971, known for its rock and roll memorabilia and quality menu items, committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion |
4,859 |
| 66 |
Captain D'scaptainds.com
Affordable seafood restaurant dedicated to serving great food at a great price, with a culture of service excellence and a commitment to guests |
4,636 |
| 67 |
Ruth's Chris Steak Housecareers.ruthschris.com
A global steakhouse chain known for high-quality steaks, traditional menu items, and warm hospitality inspired by New Orleans heritage |
4,563 |
| 68 |
Pollo Camperocampero.com
Serves fried and grilled chicken for dining in, drive-thru, takeout, or delivery, also offering franchise opportunities for new markets. |
4,515 |
| 69 |
Moe's Southwest Grillbeta.moes.com
A fast-casual restaurant chain serving fresh Southwest cuisine in a lively atmosphere with over 700 locations across 40 states Owned by FOCUS Brands Inc |
4,472 |
| 70 |
Qdoba Restaurant Corporationqdoba.com
A fast-casual Mexican restaurant chain with over 740 locations in the US and Canada, focusing on flavorful ingredients and a vibrant, inclusive work culture |
4,341 |
| 71 |
Bon Appétit Management Companybamco.com
Providing on-site foodservice management with scratch cooking, sustainable sourcing, and environmentally responsible practices for corporations and universities. |
4,234 |
| 72 |
Bagel Brandsbagelbrands.com
Parent company of popular breakfast brands, offering innovative menus and strong customer service at over 1,100 locations with 16,000+ employees nationwide Serving communities since 1983 |
4,140 |
| 73 |
MOD Pizzamodpizza.com
A Seattle-based pizza company founded in 2008, prioritizing individual style, value, and community through their dedicated employees, the MOD Squad |
4,042 |
| 74 |
California Pizza Kitchencpk.com
A global brand known for innovative California-style cuisine, featuring creative pizzas and a unique dining experience in over 14 countries |
3,841 |
| 75 |
El Pollo Loco, Inc.elpolloloco.com
An iconic chain of Mexican restaurants originating in Los Angeles, known for their citrus-marinated, fire-grilled chicken and fresh LA Mex cuisine |
3,760 |
| 76 |
Jason's Delijasonsdeli.com
Family-owned business dedicated to serving customers and communities for over 40 years with integrity, refusing shortcuts in favor of quality service |
3,657 |
| 77 |
Portillo'sportillos.com
Established in 1963, this company serves fresh and homemade food in nostalgic themed restaurants, specializing in classic Chicago-style hot dogs and Italian beef sandwiches |
3,585 |
| 78 |
Perkins American Food Co.perkinsrestaurants.com
A family restaurant chain established in 1958, offering classic comfort dishes like pancakes, waffles, pies, burgers, and salads across 32 states |
3,566 |
| 79 |
Texas Roadhousecareers.becomearoadie.com
A family restaurant offering legendary hand-cut steaks, fall-off-the-bone ribs, and made-from-scratch sides, focused on providing great food and fun for all ages at a great price |
3,543 |
| 80 |
Miller's Ale House Restaurantsmillersalehouse.com
A casual dining restaurant chain known for freshly-made food, value, personal experience, and local camaraderie, with over 100 locations across 10 states |
3,521 |
| 81 |
Benihanabenihana.com
An operator of teppanyaki-style, RA Sushi, and Haru restaurants, creating memorable dining experiences for guests through multiple Asian restaurant concepts |
3,507 |
| 82 |
Huddle Househuddlehouse.com
Family-focused diner serving delicious cooked-to-order homestyle meals with southern flavors, creating a welcoming environment for friends and family to gather over food |
3,409 |
| 83 |
Potbelly Sandwich Workspotbelly.com
A neighborhood sandwich shop known for oven-toasted sandwiches, soups, shakes, and cookies, offering fast, friendly service in a welcoming environment |
3,397 |
| 84 |
A&W Restaurants, Inc.awrestaurants.com
Established in 1919, this company is America's oldest franchised restaurant chain, offering All American Food and freshly made Root Beer in frosty mugs Operating in more than 900 locations in the US and Asia |
3,382 |
| 85 |
Restaurant.comrestaurant.com
A trusted source connecting diners with local restaurants, offering savings, digital marketing services, and cost-effective gift certificate solutions to drive revenue |
3,328 |
| 86 |
Fogo de Chãofogodechao.com
This company provides an unforgettable dining experience showcasing Brazilian churrasco, while prioritizing team members' growth and creating a welcoming environment for all |
3,311 |
| 87 |
Fox Restaurant Conceptsfoxrc.com
A hospitality company founded by Sam Fox, creating diverse restaurant concepts across the US, focusing on amazing experiences and incredible food |
3,216 |
| 88 |
Blaze Pizza, LLCblazepizza.com
Fast-casual artisan pizza chain offering house-made dough, quick 11-inch pizzas, salads, beverages, and desserts, with a franchise opportunity available nationwide |
3,051 |
| 89 |
Twin Peaks Restaurantstwinpeaksrestaurant.com
A lodge-themed sports bar offering scratch kitchen menu, 29° draft beer, wall-to-wall sports, and attentive Twin Peaks Girls for an exceptional dining experience Apply now! |
3,017 |
| 90 |
Apple American Group LLCappleamericancareers.com
A leading franchise operator with over 440 Applebee’s restaurants in 23 states, generating $13B in sales with 21,000 employees |
2,885 |
| 91 |
Mellow Mushroommellowmushroom.com
Franchise company offering psychedelic-inspired dining experience with fresh stone-baked pizzas and creative cocktails, reflecting a unique culture and vibe |
2,880 |
| 92 |
Long John Silver's, LLCljsilvers.com
Popular quick-service seafood chain with a history of serving batter-dipped whitefish, chicken, and shrimp, along with famous hushpuppies and non-fried menu options |
2,859 |
| 93 |
Boston’s Pizza Restaurant and Sports Bar – Franchising – United Statesownabostons.com
A restaurant chain in the United States offering gourmet pizzas, pastas, wings, burgers, and more in a family-friendly atmosphere with a sports bar |
2,847 |
| 94 |
Jack's Family Restaurants, LPeatatjacks.com
Established in 1960, this company serves up Southern food with a commitment to community, family, growth, and respect at over 200 locations |
2,829 |
| 95 |
Boston Marketbostonmarket.com
A company based in Golden, Colorado, offering fresh, home-style meals and catering services with a focus on convenience and quality |
2,797 |
| 96 |
PF Changs China Bistro
PF Changs China Bistro is a restaurant company based in Winston Salem, North Carolina, specializing in Chinese cuisine |
2,795 |
| 97 |
Gosh Enterprises Inc
A growing company overseeing restaurant brands serving Philly Cheesesteaks, Korean-inspired cuisine, deli subs, supporting children in need, and providing solar services |
2,777 |
| 98 |
Buffalo Wild Wingscareers.buffalowildwings.com
A leading sports bar brand with over 1,200 restaurants in 10 countries, part of the Inspire Brands family of restaurants |
2,771 |
| 99 |
CraftWorks Restaurants & Breweries, Inc.spbhospitality.com
A leading operator and franchisor of full-service dining restaurants with a diverse portfolio including national restaurant and brewery brands |
2,729 |
| 100 |
Pappas Restaurants, Inc.pappas.com
A family-owned restaurant group serving high-quality food across multiple concepts, emphasizing impeccable service, innovation, and attention to detail |
2,725 |
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