Given the growing importance of ethical values and social responsibilities in the workplace, the purpose
of this study was to investigate interrelationships among employees’ business ethical value, person–
organization fit and turnover intent in the foodservice industry. A total of 788 employees in Korea
participated. The results showed a positive relationship between employees’ perceptions of business
ethics and their person–organization fit. Participants expressing a high person–organization fit were less
likely to leave their positions. These findings have important implications for creating and facilitating an
ethical business environment in the foodservice industry. Limitations and future research directions are
also discussed.