Waffle House reviews

3.4

57% would recommend to a friend

(4,105 total reviews)

Walt Ehmer

77% approve of CEO

59% positive business outlook

Waffle House has an employee rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars, based on 4,105 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Waffle House employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Restaurants & Food Service industry (3.4 stars).

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4K reviews
4.0
Aug 7, 2024
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Auto gratuity on togo hours, above 2.13 base pay, cash pay

Cons

bad hours and little opportunity for growth

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Waffle House Response
1y
Thank you for sharing your experience. Regarding career growth, we want to assure you that we are committed to providing opportunities for advancement. We encourage you to discuss your career goals with your manager as we may be able to explore pathways that align with your ambitions. We are here to support you and help you succeed in your role. Thank you for your hard work and dedication under the yellow sign!
1.0
Aug 6, 2024
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

They hire anyone, any age. Pay is weekly

Cons

Sometimes the employees can be hard to work with/bad attitudes. Shifts are too long, employees are expected to do more as servers than any other restaurant that exists and it wears you down very fast.

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Waffle House Response
1y
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts and experiences with us. We're glad to hear that you appreciate our inclusive hiring practices and weekly pay structure. We understand your concerns about the challenges faced during shifts. The well-being of our employees is a top priority, and we're continuously working on ways to improve the work environment and ensure that responsibilities are balanced fairly. We aim to foster a positive and collaborative workplace, and your input will help us in identifying areas where we can improve our management practices. Thank you again for your valuable feedback. We appreciate your dedication and the years you've committed to working at Waffle House.
5.0
Aug 6, 2024
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Interactive with people, had to learn a few systems in order to operate at a top level, organizing the servers and cooks also , paid on your individual work,

Cons

High turnover, dealing with people every day and so many attitudes to keep under control in a hectic environment

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Waffle House Response
1y
Thank you for sharing your experience working with us at Waffle House! It’s wonderful to know that you enjoyed interacting with customers and running your own business. We also recognize the challenges you mentioned regarding high turnover and the work environment. These are valid concerns, and we are continuously working on strategies to improve staff retention and enhance the work environment. We understand that maintaining a positive atmosphere amid these challenges can be demanding, and we are committed to supporting our team as best as we can. Your feedback is invaluable in helping us address these issues and create a more supportive workplace. Thank you for your dedication and hard work during your time with us.
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