Dunkin’ Donuts to Hire up to 25,000 Workers as US States Reopen

Dunkin’ Donuts, which has a branch in Pasadena at 275 S. Lake Ave., has announced its franchisees are seeking to hire up to 25,000 new restaurant employees, from front counter to management positions, as more and more cities throughout the United States begin to reopen after months of lockdown due to the coronavirus pandemic. 

The Massachusetts-based brand said it has about 90 percent of their restaurants open and is continuing to reopen other branches “to help keep Americans running and provide some sense of normalcy for loyal guests,” a company statement released on Monday said. 

In the statement, the company said it was launching a national advertising campaign aimed at recruitment, which will include a series of new “Dunkin’ Runs on You” broadcast spots providing a look “at the spirit of teamwork and community, distinguishing jobs at all levels” at their restaurants.

The campaign will also emphasize the benefits of working at a Dunkin’ franchise, which may include developing core skills and the foundation for professional growth, flexible and affordable education opportunities, flexible work schedules, and competitive pay, the statement said.  

“We are proud to support our franchisees who offer much-needed job opportunities, in a welcoming environment where people can feel appreciated and rewarded for serving both customers and their communities during this critical time,” Stephanie Lilak, Dunkin’ Brands’ Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer, said. “Our franchisees are providing both new and current restaurant employees a great workplace, and the chance to gain experiences and skills that will benefit them throughout their lives.” 

The company said it has partnered with SNHU to offer low-cost college degrees to its independent franchisees and their employees. Through the program, franchisees have the opportunity to offer their restaurant employees an affordable and flexible pathway to an associate or bachelor’s degree from the university.

Dunkin’ said the safety of their franchisees, restaurant employees, and guests remains a top priority. It was one of the first restaurant chains to close its dining rooms, implementing enhanced safety standards and measures, from social distancing to required hygiene training. It also distributed single-use gloves, face masks, plexiglass shields for each restaurant’s front counter, and recommended restaurant employee health checks using infrared thermometers. 

Anyone interested in working at a Dunkin’ restaurant can search for opportunities at participating franchises on the Dunkin’ Careers page at www.dunkindonuts.com/careers, or they can visit a local restaurant, including the Pasadena branch, and apply in person. 

To connect with Dunkin’ Pasadena, visit www.facebook.com/DunkinPasadenaCA/.

All Dunkin’ restaurants are independently owned and operated by franchisees – independent business owners who are solely responsible for their own employees, and set their own wage and benefit programs that can vary among franchisees.