Cracker Barrell is a great company in theory, when their mission comes to life, it is a wonderful experience. - Server/Skill Trainer Cracker Barrel Employee Review

4.0
Apr 14, 2017
Recommend
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Pros

I love the people pleasing attitude, the team work, the guests, and the family type atmosphere displayed to both guests and employees.

Cons

If the managers do not exude the the hospitality first attitude to guests and employees then it very difficult to get employees on board, ultimately dragging the moral down; making for a very stressful work environment.

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Cracker Barrel Response
9y
Thank you for the feedback. We would love to hear more from you. Please get in contact with your Field HR Manager, (David) or the employee relations team. We are striving to be the best restaurant company in America and can only do it with people who give their best! We want to know your ideas.

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5.0
Apr 1, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Very positive work environment! Lots of room for growth

Cons

Short shifts and it can be hard to get more hours

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Cracker Barrel Response
2mo
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We appreciate your input and are happy to hear you enjoyed your time at Cracker Barrel!
2.0
Jun 3, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Most coworkers were genuinely great to work with and made shifts more enjoyable. * The guest interaction and serving aspect of the job is something I personally enjoy. * Some shifts could be positive depending on staffing and team on duty.

Cons

*Management was often unprofessional with inconsistent communication and expectations. * Certain coworker behavior occasionally affected morale and created a less positive work environment. * There was a noticeable blame culture where issues were not handled in a constructive way. * In my experience, bringing up workplace concerns or uncomfortable situations did not always feel welcomed or supported, and it sometimes felt like speaking up led to negative attention. * Scheduling and hours were inconsistent, making it hard to rely on stable income. * Inconsistent scheduling sometimes resulted in difficult shift patterns, including working split doubles (such as 9–3 followed by a 4–close shift), which often meant not getting out until around 10:30 PM and then repeating the pattern on consecutive days. * Training was limited, and expectations were often unclear, which made the job more stressful than it needed to be. * In my experience, HR concerns or formal complaints did not feel like they were taken seriously or addressed in a meaningful way.

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