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At Pappas Restaurants, we believe that our greatest strength lies within our people. Our food is famous, our service is impeccable, and our people make us exceptional.
We take pride in caring for our team and offer a variety of benefits to enhance your employment.
We offer competitive wages, plus structured training programs and pathways to advance your career. 80% of our leaders started in hourly positions!
We have the best training program in the industry. Whether you’re an industry professional or a newbie, we’ll teach you everything you need to know to be successful.
Whether you’re in school or have other interests, we will make sure your schedule fits your needs.
Pappas cares about your continuing education and reimburses eligible team members’ tuition up to $9,000 while pursuing your initial bachelor’s or culinary degree!
Select the career opportunity you’re looking for:
For many, an hourly position at Pappas is just the beginning. Whether you’re an industry professional or a newbie, join a team that’s known for impeccable service, quality food and fantastic people.
Pappas Restaurants has the best and brightest managing our restaurants. If you have a passion for the restaurant industry, apply to join our management team today!
Interested in a career in hospitality? Apply to our internship program and learn the ins and outs from one of the most reputable restaurant companies in the nation.
At Pappas Restaurants, we believe that our greatest strength lies within our people. We support our restaurants through constant innovation, attention to detail and a focus on quality.
Our in-house service department proudly provides support for our restaurants, from equipment repair, to landscaping, to product delivery. Apply to join our Facilities Management Team!
Everything Pappas has taught me, I always try to pass down to new employees to create a harmonious team and culture. It has been an incredible experience working with this company. I look forward to many more years to come.
I started working for Pappas in June 1997 after my brother David and my cousin Consuelo recommended this wonderful company to me. They’re both still working for Pappas as well! I began at the location off 59 & Bellaire and have worked for Pappas for 25 years! I was on the opening team for Humble, Monroe, I-10 East at Federal and Pasadena, where I work today.
- Pappas Bar-B-Q – Started June 1997 at 59 & Bellaire Location
- Pappas Bar-B-Q – Worked at the Downtown/Pierce Location for 14 Years
- Pappas Bar-B-Q – Part of Opening Team for Four Locations
- Pappas Bar-B-Q – Celebrated 25th Anniversary with Pappas in 2022!
I look forward to training the next generation of culinary enthusiast and leaving my Pappas Seafood mark on them.
Miguel started in 1992 as a bus boy. Miguel has enjoyed learning how to work different positions within the different areas of back of the house from dishwashing, cooking, and prepping. He has done it all in our kitchen! Miguel is very familiar with the flow of our products, from receiving and storing safely, to preparing our seafood with the utmost care, and cooking our dishes to perfection. He takes pride in every position that he works and that is why he proudly wears our red lead trainer chef coat. This chef coat signifies that this individual is a leader among his peers and an advocate for the Pappas Standards of Excellence.
- Pappas Seafood House – Started in 1992
- Pappas Seafood House – Busser
- Pappas Seafood House – Dishwasher
- Pappas Seafood House – Cook
- Pappas Seafood House – Prep
- Pappas Seafood House – Lead Trainer
- Pappas Seafood House – Celebrated 30 Year Anniversary in 2022!
It has helped me grow and mature as a person and I really enjoy the structure and culture. I look forward to many more years with Pappas.
I have worked for Pappas for three years and love being able to connect with the Pasadena community.
- Pappas Bar-B-Q – Started in 2019
I look forward to spending the remainder of my working years at Pappas Seafood and will retire here when the time comes.
Oscar started with Pappas Seafood House in Webster in January of 1990 and has been with us for 32 years! He started as a dishwasher and after seeing his work ethic on the first day he was moved to shucker. Within a few years of working, he learned all of the positions on the cookline. He is now a Lead Trainer for the broil line and fry line.
- Pappas Seafood House – Started in January 1990
- Pappas Seafood House – Dishwasher
- Pappas Seafood House – Shucker
- Pappas Seafood House – Lead Trainer
- Pappas Seafood House – Celebrated 30 Year Anniversary in 2020!
I look forward to my future with Pappas and the opportunities it has in store for me.
I started at Pappas as a frontline worker. Pappas has helped me develop the skills I need to further my career in a great company. Now that I’m an office administrator assistant, I couldn’t have done it without the experiences I’ve grown from and the leadership at our Pasadena location.
- Pappas Bar-B-Q – Started in 2018
- Pappas Bar-B-Q – Office Administrator Assistant
My goal is to become a salaried manager as quickly as possible and work my way up as far as I can go!
Joseph, better known as Matt, was born and raised in Georgia where he currently lives with his wife of 8 years, Sam, and his daughter, Lillie. Matt has been with Pappas for 8 years and has recently taken the next step to become a full-time supervisor!
- Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen – Started Serving in 2014
- Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen – Trainer
- Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen – Head Waiter
- Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen – Supervisor
