Waffle House reviews

3.4

55% would recommend to a friend

(4,102 total reviews)

Walt Ehmer

75% approve of CEO

57% positive business outlook

Waffle House has an employee rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars, based on 4,102 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Waffle House employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Restaurants & Food Service industry (3.4 stars).

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4K reviews
5.0
Jan 20, 2026

Career advancement

Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Fast paced, career advancement opportunities

Cons

Turnover rate is high, lots of hourly employees quitting .

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Waffle House Response
5mo
Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re glad to hear you see Waffle House as a place with real career advancement and that the fast-paced environment has been a positive part of your role. Turnover can certainly be a challenge in our industry, and leadership approach makes a meaningful difference. Being understanding, supportive, and people-focused is key to building strong teams and improving retention. We appreciate your insight as an Operations Manager and your commitment to developing Associates. Thank you for taking the time to share your perspective!
1.0
Jan 17, 2026

Would Never Reccomend

Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Weekly Pay and Benefits Offered, Consistent Schedule

Cons

Zero Work Life Balance around holidays, terrible management

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Waffle House Response
5mo
Thank you for sharing your review. Consistent scheduling, weekly pay, and benefits are important to many Associates, and we’re glad those were positives during your time with us. Restaurant operations require coverage during peak times, but fairness, transparency, and avoiding favoritism are critical to maintaining trust and long-term retention. We appreciate you taking the time to offer direct input. If you’d like to share more details so it can be reviewed by the appropriate leadership team, you’re welcome to reach out through our contact form at www.wafflehouse.com/contact. We wish you the best in your future endeavors.
5.0
Jan 14, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Company and my management above me are always helping me be as successful as possible.

Cons

Your staff will make or break you as a manager. Associate turnover can be high at times.

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Waffle House Response
5mo
Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re glad to hear you’ve found Waffle House to be a fantastic place to work and that your leadership team has been supportive in helping you succeed. Investing in Associates, developing leaders, and building trust at the restaurant level is critical, especially in an industry where turnover can be a challenge. We appreciate your insight and your commitment as a District Manager! Thank you for taking the time to share your perspective.
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