Is Applebee's a good company to work for?

Applebee's has an overall rating of 3.7 out of 5, based on over 10,444 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has been stable over the past 12 months. 58% of employees would recommend working at Applebee's to a friend and 47% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about Applebee's have been left by employees working as Software Engineer , Chef and Sales Associate/Cashier .

Does Applebee's pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Applebee's employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.1 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Applebee's. This rating has decreased by 2% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Applebee's?

58% of Applebee's employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Applebee's 3.3 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.3 for culture and values and 3.2 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Applebee's?

Server (1918) , Server/Waiter (970) , Hostess (514) , Line Cook (384) , Host (375) , Server/Bartender (321) , Bartender (296) , Manager (246) , Server/Waitress (188) , Food Server (171) , Waitress (160) , Assistant Manager (150) , General Manager (142) , Cook (122) , Host/Hostess (119)

What are the pros of working at Applebee's according to real employee reviews?

"Money was good until they put a server on in bar and had 2 bartenders." ((in 549 reviews)); "I met some really great people there and I would have to say that is the only pro about this company!" ((in 506 reviews)); "Great coworkers who made a new job very easy and seamless to get used to." ((in 409 reviews)); "The staff was great and it was very busy." ((in 247 reviews)); "Flexible schedules are available for us" ((in 199 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Applebee's according to real employee reviews?

"Management was poor and biased" ((in 833 reviews)); "Long hours hard work no advancement and long hours did i mention long hours??" ((in 489 reviews)); "Low Pay and dirty sometimes" ((in 413 reviews)); "No benefits to speak of and no breaks either" ((in 112 reviews)); "most of the managers showed extreme favoritism or were two" ((in 76 reviews))

What are employees saying about Applebee's layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Applebee's layoffs and their outlook for job security at Applebee's in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Applebee's locations?

New York , Kansas City , Atlanta , Los Angeles , Dallas , Houston , Chicago , Brooklyn , Philadelphia , Las Vegas , Orlando , San Diego , Boston , Saint Louis , Minneapolis , Tampa , Albuquerque , Austin , Charlotte , Phoenix , Milwaukee , Raleigh , El Paso , San Antonio , Miami , Grand Rapids , Indianapolis , San Jose , Omaha , Tallahassee

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Applebee's reviews

3.7

58% would recommend to a friend

(579 total reviews)

Tony Marolejo

67% approve of CEO

47% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.8

Diversity & inclusion

3.3

Culture & values

3.3

Work/Life balance

3.2

Senior management

3.2

Career opportunities

3.1

Compensation and benefits

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Reviews by job title

579 reviews

Reviews about "Culture"

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2.0

Jun 30, 2016

Restaurant Manager

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

It is the restaurant business - what more can I say. Worked with some great people over the years. Plenty of training available.

Cons

It is the restaurant business. Be prepared to work long hours and reduce your quality of life. The culture in each property is what you create but the overall culture of the company has changed for the worse. I loved the restaurant business at one time but I realized as I got older that spending time with your family is more important.

3.0

May 30, 2016

Mixed Feelings

Lead server trainer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Online scheduling, easy to switch shifts, instant gratification via tips, lots of regular customers, easy to work up through the company, make friends of fellow employees.

Cons

Poor communication between management, low morale, poor employee attitudes, quick floor cuts during slow times, mediocre tips, grueling work, no overtime allowed, low hourly wage, few people care anymore.

5.0

May 18, 2016

Great Place to Work!

Food server

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Easy interview. Was called back within 48 hours after applying online. Most of the staff is new. Management staff is approachable and understanding. Upbeat and friendly staff.

Cons

None at the moment.

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