Hard Work, But Worth it for Many - Unit Manager Waffle House Employee Review

4.0
Dec 18, 2017
Recommend
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Pros

Managing a Waffle House is no means an easy job, but it's a great career path for a lot of people. The pay is reasonable, and if you can control your unit and the people, you'll hit your bonuses regularly and make a decent bit more. They also have solid health care and an amazing long term stock option plan. Though that plan is definitely for career employees of 10+ years. If you're looking for a career in the food industry, Waffle House is a fantastic choice. You'll be able to live comfortably off the pay you'd make.

Cons

Managing a 24/7/365 place means you'll have to work nights, often weekends and all holidays. The biggest hurdle other than adjusting to the calendar is dealing with staffing. Some units are fantastic, and others are cancerous. The good news is, as a UM if you stick with the position, you can slowly get rid of the bad and hire in new people, but it's not a quick process.

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Cons

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Pros

Solid pay for the industry Okay benefits Employee stock purchase plan Pretty consistent hours The actual work is difficult, but fun after you get good at it. Upward momentum is difficult, but the pay scales very well if you work your way up into management. Prepare for intense work if you do though.

Cons

They hire everyone, and your team will make or break your experience. Genuine safety concerns on 3rd shift. You need to be prepared for people to act out. Senior management only have operation management skills. They are not good "people" managers at all. Only "number" managers.

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