About Dick’s Drive-In Restaurants
Proud to serve our Community since 1954
Since 1954, Dick’s Drive-In has been serving more than burgers, fries, and shakes—we’ve been serving community. Born in Seattle and growing across the Puget Sound, we’re proud to feed our neighbors with quality food, hard work, and care.
Discover what keeps us going strong: our story, the core values we live by, the leadership that carries us forward, and the people who make it all happen.
Employment
Working at Dick’s Drive-In means being part of a Seattle tradition that values hard work, integrity, and community. We offer competitive pay starting at $22–$26 per hour, weekly paychecks, and opportunities for advancement—all managers are promoted from within. Crew members enjoy free health and dental coverage, paid volunteer time, free meals on shift, and unlimited ORCA cards for easy commuting.
We also invest in your future through our $36,000 scholarship program or childcare assistance, 401(k) with matching, and bonuses for retention and referrals. Whether you’re looking for a part-time position, management opportunity, or a company that truly invests in you, Dick’s offers meaningful employment with lasting rewards.
History
In 1954, three Seattle partners set out to make fresh, high-quality food fast and affordable—and Dick’s Drive-In was born. What began as one small walk-up stand in Wallingford quickly became a local landmark, serving burgers, fries, and shakes to generations of Seattleites. Through blizzards, booms, and decades of change, we’ve stayed true to its mission: great food, low prices, and instant service.
More than 70 years later, Dick’s is still family-owned, proudly serving the Puget Sound community with the same quality and care. Explore our history to see how it all began.
Core Values
Dick’s Drive-In has always been guided by four core values: Integrity, Quality, the Golden Rule, and Industriousness. These principles have shaped every decision we make—from the ingredients we serve to the way we invest in our employees and community.
Integrity drives us to do what’s right, even when no one is watching. Quality reminds us to uphold the highest standards in every burger, fry, and shake we make. The Golden Rule ensures we treat everyone—customers, crew, and partners—with respect and kindness. And Industriousness keeps us working hard, striving for excellence, and honoring the legacy that began at a single Seattle Drive-In more than 70 years ago.
Leadership
At the helm of Dick’s Drive-In is Jasmine Donovan, granddaughter of founder Dick Spady, serving as President and CEO of the company. She joined the executive team full-time in 2013 and stepped into the leadership role in 2019.
Supporting this legacy-driven leadership is a dedicated board of directors and senior team who uphold the company’s founding values, ensuring that every decision reflects both the rich heritage and the future-forward vision of the business.