Dairy Queen Hiring Process

Dairy Queen Hiring Process: Application Steps, Interview Questions & Timeline

Hiring process information last updated February 1, 2025.

Overview

This guide explains how the hiring process works for common entry-level Dairy Queen roles such as Crew Member, Cashier, Ice Cream Maker, and Grill Cook. Hiring is fast because most locations are franchise-owned.

Quick Facts

Minimum hiring age
16
Time to get hired
1–5 days
Background check
Sometimes
Drug test
Rare

Hiring Steps

1

Apply online or in-store

Candidates apply through the DQ careers site or walk in directly.

2

Phone screen (optional)

Some managers call to verify availability and interest.

3

In-person interview

A short interview focused on customer service, pace of work, and reliability.

4

Offer + onboarding

Many Dairy Queen locations hire quickly due to turnover and flexible staffing needs.

Common Interview Questions

Q

Why do you want to work at Dairy Queen?

Q

What does good customer service mean to you?

Q

Can you handle fast-paced or busy shifts?

Q

Are you comfortable working weekends?

Q

Are you reliable with attendance?

Tip: Prepare specific examples from your experience that demonstrate your skills and fit for the role at Dairy Queen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Latest Job Openings at Dairy Queen

Dairy Queen

Cashier

Dairy Queen
Savannah, Georgia
Yesterday
Cashier Position As a cashier, you will be responsible for serving each guest courteously, quickly and efficiently with a sincere, positive, pleasant and enthusiastic attitude. Duties of this position will include filling orders, suggestive selling, receiving money and accurately counting back change, being responsible for all cash issued and received...
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Cashier/chill Crew Member

Dairy Queen
Gulfport, Mississippi
Yesterday
Join Our Team At Dairy Queen We strive to create positive memories for all our fans so we are looking for positive, energetic employees who are passionate about the Dairy Queen brand and delivering exceptional customer service. If you enjoy working in a fun, fast paced environment while providing exceptional...
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Cashiers

Dairy Queen
Bluffton, South Carolina
Yesterday
Front Counter Crew Member We strive to create positive memories for all our fans so we are looking for positive, energetic employees who are passionate about the Dairy Queen brand and delivering exceptional customer (fan) service. If you enjoy working in a fun, fast paced environment while providing exceptional customer...
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Kitchen Crew

Dairy Queen
Butte, Montana
Yesterday
Kitchen Crew Member You are applying for a job with a franchisee of the Dairy Queen system and not American Dairy Queen Corporation or International Dairy Queen, Inc. Franchisees are independent business owners. The franchisee of this restaurant will be your employer if you are hired and will make all...
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Treat Makers

Dairy Queen
Bluffton, South Carolina
Yesterday
Job Opportunity Pay rate: $12.00 You are applying for a job with a franchisee of the Dairy Queen system and not American Dairy Queen Corporation or International Dairy Queen, Inc. Franchisees are independent business owners. The franchisee of this restaurant will be your employer if you are hired and will...
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Cashier

Dairy Queen
Brunswick, Georgia
Yesterday
Cashier Position As a cashier, you will be responsible for serving each guest courteously, quickly, and efficiently with a sincere, positive, pleasant, and enthusiastic attitude. Duties of this position will include filling orders, suggestive selling, receiving money, and accurately counting back change. You will be responsible for all cash issued...
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Fan Relations Specialist

Dairy Queen
Winter Garden, Florida
Yesterday
Now Hiring: Fan Relations Specialist Elevate the Guest Experience! Location: Dairy Queen Starting Pay: $15/hour (Full-Time) Are you passionate about exceptional customer service? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and love making people smile? Join our team as a Fan Relations Specialist and be the face of Dairy Queen's...
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Chill Staff

Dairy Queen
Southington, Connecticut
Yesterday
Job Title Assemble, and present completed treat orders, including stocking, cleaning and maintaining all customer areas in a clean, safe, pleasant manner and to all restaurant safety and health code standards. Essential job functions include, but are not limited to: Communicate clearly, quickly, and politely with co-workers to ensure correct...
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Dairy Queen Crew Team Member

Dairy Queen
Richfield, MN
Yesterday
Company Description International Dairy Queen, Inc. (IDQ), based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, is the parent company of American Dairy Queen Corporation and Dairy Queen Canada, Inc. Through its subsidiaries, IDQ develops, licenses, and services a system of more than 7,800 DQ restaurants in more than 20 countries. IDQ is a subsidiary...
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Cashier

Dairy Queen
Rincon, Georgia
Yesterday
Cashier Position As a cashier, you will be responsible for serving each guest courteously, quickly, and efficiently with a sincere, positive, pleasant, and enthusiastic attitude. Duties of this position will include filling orders, suggestive selling, receiving money, and accurately counting back change. You will be responsible for all cash issued...
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Hiring process information is based on publicly available sources including company career pages, applicant reports, and job postings. Actual hiring steps, timelines, and interview questions may vary depending on the position, location, and other factors. Are you a business owner or company representative? Contact us to suggest updates to this page.