Domino's Hiring Process: Steps, Driver Checks and Timeline
Applied at Domino's and wondering what happens next? This guide walks through the Domino's hiring process for delivery drivers and in-store roles. It covers who reviews your application, the interview, driver background and MVR checks, paperwork, training and how long it can take. It's an independent guide based on Domino's public careers site and job postings. Because most stores are run by independent franchisees, steps vary by store.
Why the Domino's hiring process varies by store
Domino's says most of its stores are owned and operated by independent franchisees. Each franchisee is a separate company and the sole employer of the people who work in its stores. It is alone responsible for hiring, scheduling and other employment matters[1]. Franchise store postings add that Domino's corporate won't receive a copy of your application and has no control over whether you get an interview or are hired[2].
So there isn't one national Domino's hiring process. The general shape is similar across stores, but who contacts you, how many conversations you have and which checks apply depend on the store and the role. Some stores are corporate-owned, and the careers site lists both kinds[1].
The Domino's hiring process, step by step
1. Find a store and apply
Search store jobs by location on jobs.dominos.com. Postings are listed per store and role, such as delivery driver, customer service rep, pizza maker or shift runner[1]. Read the posting carefully, since requirements and shifts are set by the store. Then apply through the posting. Our Domino's jobs guide covers the roles and application basics.
2. The store reviews your application
Your application goes to the store or franchisee that posted the job[2]. If they're interested, a manager or owner will usually reach out by phone, text or email to set up a conversation. Candidates on Indeed describe this step in different ways. Some got a phone call from the owner first, and others walked in and were asked to come back[5].
3. The interview
Expect a conversation with a manager about your availability, experience and, for drivers, your driving history and vehicle. Candidates commonly describe Domino's interviews as short and straightforward, but that's candidate-reported and varies by store[5]. Our Domino's interview questions guide covers what to prepare.
4. Screening checks (especially for drivers)
Driver postings we reviewed required the ability to pass a background check and a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check[2]. See the next section for details. Check the posting for any other screening the store requires.
5. Offer and new-hire paperwork
If the store offers you the job, you'll complete new-hire paperwork. All U.S. employers must verify identity and work eligibility using Form I-9, so bring acceptable documents when asked. The U.S. government publishes the list[6]. Drivers should also have their license, registration and insurance ready.
6. Training and your first shifts
One Domino's driver posting we reviewed lists on-the-job training[2]. Training length and scheduling are set by the store.
Driver screening: background and MVR checks
Delivery driver postings on Domino's careers site set out the core requirements. The postings we reviewed asked for[2][3]:
- Age 18 or older
- A valid driver's license and a minimum driving history. One posting asked for one year, and another asked for two years (or one year if you're 19).
- A reliable vehicle with current registration and valid insurance. One posting required your name on the policy.
- The ability to pass a background check and an MVR check
One store's posting spelled out its MVR standards[3]:
- No more than 2 violations in the past 24 months, or 3 in the past 36 months
- No more than 1 at-fault accident in the past 36 months
- No major violation (conviction) in the past 36 months, such as reckless driving, leaving the scene of an accident, or any alcohol or drug violation
These are one store's standards. Others may differ, so read the posting you're applying to. If your record doesn't meet a store's driver standards, in-store roles like customer service rep or pizza maker may be an option. Compare other driving work in our delivery driver jobs guide.
How long does the Domino's hiring process take?
Domino's doesn't publish a timeline, and it differs by store. On Indeed, most candidates who reported the length of their interview process said it took about a day or two, and smaller shares said about a week or longer[5]. That's candidate-reported. Things that can slow it down:
- How quickly the store reviews applications and schedules interviews
- Background and MVR check processing for drivers
- Missing paperwork, such as insurance or I-9 documents
- How quickly you reply to calls and messages
How to check your Domino's application status
Contact the store you applied to. For franchise stores, Domino's says that if you have questions or need help with a franchisee's application process, you should contact that franchisee directly[1]. A short call during a quiet time, usually mid-afternoon rather than lunch or dinner rush, is the easiest way. Give your name, the role and the date you applied, and restate your availability.
Tips to move through the process faster
- Apply to several nearby stores, since franchise stores hire independently.
- Be clear about availability, especially evenings and weekends.
- Have documents ready: I-9 documents, and for drivers, your license, registration and insurance.
- Answer calls and texts quickly.
- Watch for scams. Apply through jobs.dominos.com or a store directly, and never pay to be hired. The FTC says honest employers will never ask you to pay to get a job[7].
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Domino's hiring process FAQ
What is the Domino's hiring process?
Generally: find a store and role on jobs.dominos.com and apply; the store reviews your application and contacts you; you interview with a manager or owner; drivers complete a background check and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check; then you complete new-hire paperwork and on-the-job training. Steps vary by store because most stores are run by independent franchisees.
How long does the Domino's hiring process take?
There's no official timeline. Each store hires independently, and driver roles add screening checks. On Indeed, most candidates who reported the length of the process described it as a day or two, but that is candidate-reported and varies.
How do I check my Domino's application status?
Contact the store you applied to. For franchise stores, Domino's says to contact the franchisee directly with questions about its application process, and that Domino's corporate doesn't receive a copy of your application.
Does Domino's do background checks?
Driver postings we reviewed required the ability to pass a background check and a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check. Whether other roles include a background check depends on the store, so check the posting.
What disqualifies you from being a Domino's driver?
It depends on the store's standards. One Domino's driver posting we reviewed limited recent violations and at-fault accidents and excluded major violations, such as reckless driving or alcohol- or drug-related violations, within the past 36 months. Check the posting you're applying to.
Can I apply to more than one Domino's store?
Yes. Stores are listed individually on jobs.dominos.com, and franchise stores hire independently, so applying to several nearby stores is common.
Related guides
Sources
- Domino's Careers: Stores
- Domino's Careers: Delivery Driver posting example (Dallas, TX)
- Domino's Careers: Delivery Driver posting example with MVR standards (Dubois, PA)
- Domino's Careers (jobs.dominos.com)
- Indeed: Domino's interview reports (third-party, candidate-reported)
- USCIS: Form I-9 Acceptable Documents
- FTC Consumer Advice: Job Scams
Last reviewed October 21, 2026. Requirements described here come from postings reviewed on that date and vary by store; always check the current listing. Domino's is a trademark of its owner, used here only to identify the company.