There is no minimum age for children working in a family business. Despite popular opinion, 14 years and 9 months is not the minimum age of employment – to be employed without a permit, a child must be 15 years.
We apply a minimum age policy of 14 years, except where State specific legislation applies (refer below). This ensures McDonald's restaurants provide a safe work environment, whilst supporting the academic commitments of young people.
If so, the store you've applied with will make it easy and guide you through the steps. For Coles Services – we will only accept applications from prospective team members who are aged 16 years and older. For Liquor and distribution jobs – applicants will need to be at least 18 years of age.
Whilst State and territories minimum age restrictions set the minimum baseline for children wishing to work, under KFC's risk management approach to safety, the minimum age for the safety of all our employees is 14 years old. What award are KFC employees employed under?
We're committed to creating a safe and supportive work environment for all team members regardless of age, ability, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity or background.
Our assessment is that if you are looking for a job at Kmart, you need to be at least 16 years of age for most jobs. However, if you are younger and are interested in applying for a specific job that does not have any apparent age restrictions, then call up the company and find out if they will hire your child.
