Within each individual section (Youth, Students, Adults, Hosts and Bookkeepers), we have detailed the reasons why most people in each category decide to work at Wendy's. The reasons why a young person going to high school chooses to work at Wendy's is usually different than why a host works at Wendy's. This list is simply a more generic summary of the reasons why people choose to work at Wendy's.

Money

Competitive starting wages.
A guaranteed, easy way to earn a quick raise – the timing is up to you.
Monthly bonus program.
A $1. per hour premium if you work after 11 pm.
Paid training.
Extra ways to earn. (By contributing suggestions, referring friends.)

Flexible Schedules

Submit your best times before schedules are set and we’ll do our best to accommodate your request.
You can work 16 hours one week and 4 hours the next week, if that is what works best for you.*
You can work mornings, afternoons, evenings or late night, weekdays or weekends, whatever works best for you.*
You can work part time or full time.

Food

Awesome food – your food is 50% off ANYTIME.

Training = Success

Our training will set you up for success.

Benefits

Full time employees are eligible to receive extended health benefits after six months.

Advancement

You can enjoy leadership and training roles as a crew member.
Eventually, you may decide that management opportunities are right for you – Assistant Manager or General Manager – the sky’s the limit.

Career Apparel

You will be provided with casual, comfortable uniforms that meet food safe requirements.

Respect & Teamwork

You will be treated with respect while working in a clean, safe, team-work based environment.

Variety

Some people prefer to be experts in one job area. Others prefer to master many skills so they experience variety in their jobs.
At Wendy’s, you can do both.
Of course, when you master more skills, more shift options are available to you.

Scholarships

Employees are eligible to apply for Wendy’s Classic Achiever educational scholarships.