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Better than most chains
Server Assistant (Former Employee), Cherry Hill, NJ – June 14, 2013
Bahama Breeze is part of Darden which I am more than familiar with. This particular concept of Darden's is the best out of all their restaurant themes. Their island theme causes for a fun and loud atmosphere with their live music and great drinks. The people were great to work with. Management did they're job well. Having to hustle most of the time – more... was one of the more strenuous parts of the job, but at the same time was rewarding to have the shift go by faster. I do not enjoy how corporate these major chains are though. Big important people that don't know you at all govern your every action and consequence to that action. It's one of those "You're a number not a name" feelings with the company you work for. My employment at Bahama Breeze further added to my customer service and hospitality skill set. – less
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Great company
Bartender/Trainer (Former Employee), Robinson Township, PA – June 7, 2013
Loved working for Bahama Breeze. They are a true example on how a company should be ran from the ground up.
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Great place to work, but no raise salary.
Line Cook (Former Employee), Pembroke Pines, FL – June 7, 2013
Pros: sometimes you can have free launch if you do extra work
The job is good, but they wont give you raise or a manager position if you dont know the big boss.
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Restarant bisineess
Server (Former Employee), Sunrise Fl – June 5, 2013
Pros: pass ports allow you to work at any bahama breez retaraunt in the county, greta food and discount on food, great place to lean how to work under pressure and remain organized.
Cons: mangaemnt changes, lack of consitency, long ticket times, no breaks even on 10 hour shifts and open late into the evening.
I worked with bahama breexe for 4years. I liked it alot at first then it strted to change. First management changes ever 3-6months. I like Dardedn as a company bt every inidivual store is ran differently. I was able to make money everyitme I worked and make a good amount. It definelt heloed oay bills and have a living . Great for college or high school – more... student to earn an inocme. But not good as far as a career. – less
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Ok job
Hostess/Administrative Assistant (Current Employee), Brandon, FL – May 29, 2013
Just needs some time to get established after opening in October.
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Im happy to go work with the amazing team we have.
Waitress (Current Employee), Fort Myers FL – May 4, 2013
Pros: daily cash, good benefits, good team
Cons: not a salary based income
organized and helpful management who care about the well being of their employees and the company, helpfull and team oriented staff, flexible schedules, and lots of opportunity to grow.
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Fun, Upbeat and energetic
Server (Current Employee), Miami – April 12, 2013
Great company to work for, Family oriented restaurant. I learned to be a great server and people person. Hardest part of the job is pleasing the guests and ensuring that they have a great experience and would like to return to the establishment.
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High turnover rate.
Server, cook, host, prep (Former Employee), Brandon Florida – April 5, 2013
Pros: lmaoo none
Cons: high turnover rate, no breaks, lack of management, no hours, horrible benefits i can keep going its sad.
If you want a job where your manager treat you like trash. Apply right away. Management Will do nothing for you without complaining.
Job hours? A joke, expect to not knowing how much you will work a week. Sometimes you will get 15 next week barely even 30. Nobody will ever get 30hrs a week only if your a trainee your allowed to get 40+. Bahama breeze – more... will see you home if you go over your hours. They do that so they don't have to give you benefits. It's A joke !!!!
High turnover rate job numerous people have quit or just walk out on them. You get blame for everything. – less
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Very Hard fast paced enviroment,hard to get lunch breaks
Line Cook (Current Employee), Orlando, FL – February 27, 2013
Pros: great benefits, decent hourly rate!
Cons: manage not on the same levels, work hours vary, very late work hours
When i arrive at work i stock and get ready for the rush,Clean and maintain ticket times! What i have learned about this company is the management crew is not on the same page with ideas,performing,and daily expectations.Also it's very hard to get a break because of the volume of business! Some of the co-workers are nice but there is such a high turn-over – more... rate at this locaton, you really never know what to expect! Most of all the emloyees are spanish which is a problem when they don't speak english on the line, it's very hard to work with them when there not speaking english! The hardest part about the job is the volume of business and the way they schedule for the late hours of the restraunt! The most enjoyable part of this job is the food that's about it! – less
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fun place to work, its like one big family
Server (Former Employee), Orlando, FL – February 22, 2013
Food is great, the atmosphere is terrific. A lot of tourists so you get to meet a lot of new people. Very flexible schedule.
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Fun and Vibrant place to work
Server / Bar Server / Management (Former Employee), King of Prussia, PA – February 12, 2013
Pros: free lunches
Cons: hours, scheduling
I started at Bahama Breeze as a regular server. Throughout the months/years I was promoted to an assistant manager. Through proving that I could handle the responsibility of management I was handed my own section of the business. The management team was always there to help and to further improve my skills. I ended up becoming the "party/event planner" – more... for the restaurant. With the help of an amazing staff of servers and the encouragement of the management team, I took parties at the restaurant from 3-5 a month to 3-5 a week. My biggest skill set that I take from Bahama Breeze is learning how to manage a staff of 30 people. – less
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carribean escape or not
greeter (Former Employee), paramus nj – February 11, 2013
Pros: besides the managers everyone else is ok
Cons: long hours, stressful environment
At first i thought this was a great place to work, but quickly changed my mind. The managers blame the greeters for everything. It is a high stress place to be in. The show favoritism and you work long hours sometimes without a break. The best position to be in i think is server because you make tips and you dont bust your own tables, the greeters do – more... and you have to tip them out. – less
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Good people who care for their employees
Server (Current Employee), Duluth, GA – January 23, 2013
Darden is a tremendous company to work for..and my experience at bahama breeze, has been exceptional
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managable place to work at with opportunities for advancement
Server/Greeter (Current Employee), Memphis, TN – January 16, 2013
Pros: flexible schedule
Cons: long hours and high stress work environment
My job involves greeting guests, making sure they have everything they need and building conversation with them to ensure they have a good time. Most of my co-workers are college age students so there is a lot of employee turnover. The management staff could work to improve their intrapersonal skills, communication skills between employees and management – more... and ability to maintain professional unbiased relationships with their staff. The hardest part of my job is dealing with unsatisfied and rude guests without upsetting them further. The best part of my job is making guests feel special, especially when it's a special occasion such as an anniversary or birthday. – less
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Great service, food, and managers!
Server/Cashier (Current Employee), Duluth, GA – January 7, 2013
I just love my job honestly! My co-workers are nice, the best managers. I learned that team work defiantly helps better service. The hardest part is pleasing some guest, but I enjoy what I do there!
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great managment
Certified Corporate Trainer, Bartender (Former Employee), Pittsburgh, PA – September 3, 2012
lovely place to work. easy and friendly staff. great training program. good benefits.
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High Volume workplace with good people to work with
Server/Cook (Current Employee), Memphis, TN – September 3, 2012
Arrive at work, prep workstation for the day and night, take orders and prepare food for delivery.
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productive workplace with friendly management and customers.
Hostess (Former Employee), Alpharetta, GA – August 20, 2012
Pros: ability to taste everything, friendly management and workers
Cons: n/a
I thought working at Bahamas Breeze was a great and endearing experience. Even though I had to leave early because of school,it was still beneficial to me as far as being in a fun,loving, and very cultural enviorment.
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I loved working here!
Server/Hostess (Former Employee), Towson, MD – July 25, 2012
I loved Bahama Breeze. The hardest part of the job would have to have been dealing with rude customers, but as a server you'll get that everywhere you go. The managers were always on the servers side and that felt great, because we work HARD and a lot of the time its not appreciated by anybody. My co workers were great, as sappy as it sounds, it felt – more... like we became family. The best part of the job was walking away at the end of every day with cash in my pocket! Oh the life of a server! – less
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Good highschool/freshman in college job
Host (Former Employee), Tukwila, WA – July 6, 2012
Pros: free lunches
Cons: no flexibility
-Open doors and greet customers
-Learned customer care
-Management was energetic
-Co-workers were funny and easy to work with
-No flexibility in hours
-Got along with everyone there
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About Bahama Breeze

This company has cornered not one but two dining markets: seafood and "Hospitaliano." Darden Restaurants is the #1 casual-dining – Read more