loved the people, hated the pay! - Waitress Waffle House Employee Review

2.0
Sep 4, 2013
Recommend
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Pros

They are really good at working with your schedule and emergencies (one employee has brought a child to work) with appropriate crayons and books etc. because she didn't have a babysitter!

Cons

The waitresses don't make any money... The first shifters do but those positions are always for the women that spent decades with the company! PLUS the waitresses do most of the prep, the waffles, bus tables, wash dishes, mop, cleans restrooms ALL FOR 2.50???

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Pros

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Cons

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3.0
Jun 15, 2026
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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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