Chicago, IL (RestaurantNews.com) Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria has been named a 2026 USA TODAY Top Workplaces award winner, a national recognition for organizations that foster exceptional, people-first workplace cultures.
The recognition is based on confidential employee feedback collected through an independent survey administered by Energage. More than 42,000 organizations nationwide were invited to participate in the 2026 USA Today Top Workplaces USA program. Companies were evaluated by size, and within the 2,500?plus employee category, only 110 organizations earned the designation nationwide. Survey results measured key workplace experience themes related to employee engagement, alignment, and trust in leadership.
Founded in 1971 and family owned for more than five decades, Lou Malnati’s has built its business around a culture emphasizing teamwork, care, and integrity. These values guide how team members collaborate, support one another, and serve guests across the company’s pizzerias.
“This recognition is especially meaningful because it comes directly from our team members,” said Julie Younglove-Webb, CEO of Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria. “It reinforces our belief that when people feel valued and supported, they can do their best work.”
The company’s commitment to its workforce is reflected in long-term retention and internal promotion. Twenty two percent of Lou Malnati’s full-time employees have been with the organization for 10 years or more, and many leaders began their careers in entry-level roles.
With more than 70 locations across four states, Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria continues to focus on building a supportive workplace while delivering hospitality and quality to the communities it serves.
About Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria
Considered the oldest family name in Chicago pizza, Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria is a family-owned company famous for deep dish pizza and staying true to the original Chicago-style pizza recipe. Since 1971, Lou Malnati’s has been bringing people together and creating memories from moments big and small with handcrafted meals made from a secret family recipe handed down through four generations. The company stresses consistency in quality, service, and food, offered in a unique environment by a staff that is committed to one another, the customer, and the community. Lou Malnati’s is passionate about pizza and people, and proud to support the local communities they serve one deep dish at a time. There are 70 locations in the Chicagoland area, Arizona, and Wisconsin. For the latest dish, visit LouMalnatis.com.
Media Contact:
Katie Maldonado
Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria
Public Relations Manager
kmaldonado@loumalnatis.com
847-313-4929
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