After 3 years of service I still enjoy my job and see myself there for the long run. - Grill Operator First Class Waffle House Employee Review

3.0
Oct 1, 2014
Recommend
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Pros

Weekly cash pay Bonus system for the cooks based on sales. You get between 1-2% of shift sales depending on the shift you work and the quality of food you cook. You run your own shift as a cook. No micro management here, I've always been treated with respect and thankfulness by management.

Cons

They don't seem to give raises. I can cook 200$ an hour and basically run the store by myself but get paid the same as this new kid who can even handle 50$ an hour. Working on Christmas and Thanksgiving are mandatory. I'm a young single dude without a family so it's not that big of a deal for me but my older coworkers with children are upset by it.

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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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