Waffle House reviews

3.4

56% would recommend to a friend

(1,228 total reviews)

Walt Ehmer

76% approve of CEO

59% positive business outlook

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2.0
Nov 21, 2025
Recommend
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Pros

Pay is great compared to a lot of employers right now because the market is terrible Great customer base overall A good upline makes a better experience

Cons

No work life balance Low pay for the expected amount of work HEAVY FAVORITISM The "meritocracy" is dead Accountability does not exist after the UM level

4.0
Nov 17, 2025

I love my job

Recommend
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Pros

Great environment. I love meeting new people, interacting with guests and building a strong team. I love the fast paced environment and making great food.

Cons

It can be challenging working 10 hour shifts on your feet on a tile floor. It can be exhausting. There will always be some sort of drama in a restaurant setting. There are no performance based raises but there are production bonuses for grill operators which are based on total shift sales. This can add up quickly. Moving up past 3rd Shift Supervisor can be difficult but if you prove yourself to be a valuable asset, it can be done.

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Waffle House Response
7mo
Thank you for sharing your experience and for the impact you make on 3rd shift. It’s great to hear how much you value the fast-paced environment, connecting with Guests, and building a strong team. We also hear your concerns. The restaurant environment can bring its share of challenges. Your feedback about advancement opportunities and the importance of recognizing proven, high-performing Associates is important. We appreciate your dedication and would welcome the chance to learn more about your experience so we can continue improving. Please reach out to our Support Team at www.wafflehouse.com/contact so we can follow up with you directly.
4.0
Nov 13, 2025
Recommend
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Pros

Decent money if you are a server

Cons

Some people are with the company over 15 years. They will let them run the store on management days off and vacation but won't promote from within

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Waffle House Response
8mo
Thank you for sharing your experience and for your many years of service with Waffle House! We understand how important growth and advancement opportunities are, especially for long-tenured Associates. Promoting from within has always been a priority for us, and we take feedback like yours seriously as we continue working to strengthen our development and selection processes across all restaurants. If you would like to discuss your experience further or share additional details, please reach out to us directly at https://www.wafflehouse.com/contact. We look forward to further supporting you throughout your career!
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