Raising Cane’s to Open First Rock Hill Location, Hiring for Multiple Leadership Roles

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Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers, the popular Louisiana-based fast-food chain, is coming to the Charlotte metro area. The company has signed its first franchise agreement, and plans are in place to open a new location in Rock Hill at 520 John Ross Parkway at the corner of David Lyle Boulevard.

The new restaurant will be a 2,800-square-foot standalone building, replacing the former Bob Evans restaurant on the site.

According to the Charlotte Business Journal, this marks the chain’s first local deal as it begins a broader expansion into Charlotte and surrounding communities.

Jobs & Leadership Opportunities

Raising Cane’s career portal confirms immediate hiring efforts in Rock Hill, listing three key management?level openings:

• Operations Manager
• Restaurant Leader
• Assistant Restaurant Leader

These roles suggest the new location will feature a fully staffed leadership team ready to launch and oversee operations.

About Raising Cane’s

Founded in Baton Rouge in 1996 by Todd Graves and Craig Silvey, Raising Cane’s specializes in chicken fingers with a replica of its founders’ yellow Labrador “Cane” as its namesake. The company has grown steadily to over 800 locations across the U.S. and the Middle East, generating around $1.5?billion in revenue and employing more than 65,000 people as of 2025

Raising Cane’s emphasizes a simple menu and strong company culture under its “One Dream, One Love” philosophy, built on caring for employees, guests, communities, and stakeholders

This expansion spotlights Rock Hill’s ongoing growth as a regional dining destination, appealing to both local residents and commuters from Charlotte seeking fast, tasty options with drive?thru convenience.

Sources:
Charlotte Business Journal; Raising Cane’s official website; Raising Cane’s career listings.