Wouldn - Server/Waiter Darden Employee Review

3.0
Jul 6, 2015
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Offer good benefit options. Somewhat flexible schedule.

Cons

I would describe working for Darden as very 'corporate.' There was little flexibility for individual restaurants to make decisions for their local staff and store. A lot of weight was put on customer reviews and only ratings of 5-stars were counted toward store scores--meaning a lot of pressure from managers on staff.

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5.0
Jun 17, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Good place to work and good benefits

Cons

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3.0
Jul 13, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Flexible schedule and easy to pick up shifts.

Cons

Inconsistent pay and hectic nature.

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