Darden reviews

3.8

68% would recommend to a friend

(2,847 total reviews)

Rick Cardenas

75% approve of CEO

68% positive business outlook

Darden has an employee rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars, based on 2,847 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Darden employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Restaurants & Food Service industry (3.7 stars).

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3K reviews
3.0
Jul 27, 2011
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Brand recognition is good. Company looks good on a resume. Training is very indepth. Great systems in place for operations. Great development opportunities.

Cons

In such a big company you can feel lost and just a small part. Growth is challenging as so many people are looking to grow.

1.0
Jul 27, 2011
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

The Food is fantastic! The benefits are pretty good. The tips were decent. The concept is wonderful and is a good company to work for.

Cons

Gossip and lots of talking about employees behind their backs. Many unncessesary comments made and lies told about people behind their back and then to their face. It was like working in a junior high. There is no respect for anyone and there was absolutely no professionalism among the managment members located at the restaurant. I cannot say the same for regional or district as I am not certain.

4.0
Jul 27, 2011

Positive for a student in college

Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Flexible scheduling for college students.

Cons

Little money, tips only-no hourly check

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