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      Waffle House

      Engaged Employer

      Waffle House reviews

      3.4

      55% would recommend to a friend

      (4,105 total reviews)

      Walt Ehmer

      75% approve of CEO

      57% positive business outlook

      Ratings by demographic groups

      Waffle House has an employee rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars, based on 4,105 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).

      Reviews by job title

      4K reviews
      5.0
      May 14, 2025

      Good

      Server
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      Good money,flexible,meet nice people,same schedule

      Cons

      Some slow days and rude customers

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      Waffle House Response
      1y
      Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We're glad to hear you found the work rewarding, especially the flexible scheduling, consistent shifts, and positive connections with Customers and fellow team members. We understand that every day brings its own challenges, including slower shifts and the occasional difficult Customer. Your advice about focusing on what Associates are doing is appreciated, and we’re always working to support and recognize the hard work of our teams. Thank you again for your contributions during your time with us!
      5.0
      May 11, 2025

      Americas Place to Work

      Server
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      Decent pay, quarterly bonuses, insurance

      Cons

      Often drama among staff and unreliable employees

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      Waffle House Response
      1y
      Thank you for your review and for 20 years of dedicated service to Waffle House! We’re glad to hear you found value in the pay, bonuses, and benefits, and we’re especially grateful for your long-term commitment to serving our Customers. We also appreciate your honest feedback about team dynamics. While we’re proud of the strong bonds many of our teams build, we know there’s always room for growth when it comes to communication and accountability in the workplace. Your insight helps us continue working toward that. Thank you again for everything you contributed during your time with us. We wish you all the best and hope you’ll always feel part of the Waffle House story.
      4.0
      May 10, 2025

      Whatever

      Line cook
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      1. Flexible Scheduling Waffle House is open 24/7, so you can usually find shifts that fit your availability.

      Cons

      1. Physically Demanding The job requires long hours on your feet, often in a hot, fast-paced kitchen. 2. Late-Night Shifts Can Be Rough Working overnight can be challenging due to rowdy or intoxicated customers. 3. Inconsistent Hours Schedules may change week to week, and you might be called in last-minute. 4. Lower Starting Pay Base pay tends to be on the lower end, especially for servers who rely on tips. 5. High Turnover Rate Because of the nature of the job, there’s often a lot of staff coming and going, which can affect team consistency.

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      Waffle House Response
      1y
      Thank you for sharing your experience with us. Working in a 24/7 restaurant environment can be physically demanding, especially during late-night shifts. We understand these conditions may not be for everyone, and we continue working to improve scheduling consistency, training, and overall support for our Associates. If you’d like to provide more detailed feedback, we welcome you to reach out at https://www.wafflehouse.com/contact. We’re grateful for your time with our team and for your efforts in serving our Customers. Your feedback helps us grow, and we wish you all the best in your future endeavors.
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