Cracker Barrel
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Server and Hostess (Current Employee), O'Fallon, MO –
Pros: 35% discount, good tips
Cons: sweat alot, hard work
Working at Cracker Barrel can be very fun at times when you work with several different co-workers that has a positive attitude.
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experience in dealing with stressful situations
Hostess (Former Employee), Shiloh, IL –
This job was very stressful because the management was run very poorly. My typical work day consisted of doing the normal hostess duties.
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Steady business
Waiter/Server (Current Employee), Chattanoog, TN –
Often stressful and hectic. Not very physically or mentally demanding.
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It was a nice place but the team work was horrible in certain cases
Hostess\ Cashier\ Waitress (Former Employee), Emporia, VA –
Pros: discounts meals and merchandise
Cons: part time had no benefits
My typical day at work was mainly taking care of guest and making sure we were all set up to run properly. I learned alot at cracker barrel! I learned the meaning of superior guest service and to please the guest in every way possible to create a comfortable atmosphere. The management team was alright. Some were great and some not so much. My co-workers – more...  were good when it comes to getting along at certain times and you had those who do help you when you needed it but some jus felt like evey man for themselves! The hardest part of the job was the teamwork and attitudes I just couldnt cope with it. The most enjoyable part of the job was getting to know many different people that ate at cracker barrel also I did create a new family with my co-workers. – less
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Great place to work
Server Assistant (Former Employee), Tiftonia, TN –
Pros: great money
Cons: lots of training.
Casual relaxed atmosphere great service in a timely matter. Alot of training goes into Cracker Barrel servers giving them product knowledge and ability to turn table rapidly but comfortably. Managers and Co-workers were awesome. Rush hour was rough but it was always worth it and getting regulars was the most rewarding
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Good for quick employment
Head Hostess (Former Employee), Norcross, GA –
Pros: great environment, great hours
Cons: depending on management, return after leave isn't garuanteed
Didn't work there long due to maternity leave, but during my course of employment, it was great. But after I tried to return after my maternity leave,I didn't have a job any longer because management didn't know how to fit me back into the schedule.
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this place sucks a big one
cook (Former Employee), corydon –
Pros: pay check
Cons: dont eat off the plates or glass
My name is kris and I work at cb and u dont want to work here the place is a joke and dont eat there because they dont wash there glass and plate are dirty too they tell the cooks to cover it with more food so I may have to work here but u cant pay me to eat here
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fun job
Waitress/Customer Service/Sales (Former Employee), Athens, GA –
Pros: fun work enviroment.. yet, professional
Cons: frenquent turnovers with managment staffs.
When i was working with this company the management at the time were great.
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Workday
Chef (Former Employee), Cordele Ga –
Pros: free lunches
Cons: short breaks and bad management
Cooking and cleaning store making sure everything is stocked up and put in place as head chef.
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Very Productive and Fun
Cashier (Former Employee), Birmingham, AL –
Pros: porch sales
Cons: dinner rushes and long hours
Cracker Barrel was wonderful place to work. I was a cashier, so I had to cash the customers out restock the retail store and help the customers. Management was really great. My coworkers were friendly and easy to get along with. The hardest part of the job was being on my feet for eight hours. I really enjoyed interacting with the customers there
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This was one of the best work environments I have ever worked in!
Cashier/Retail (Former Employee), Oldsmar, FL –
A typical day at work consist of cashier transactions, paying out tips to servers, completing returns, retail sales, suggestive selling, holiday themes, and connecting with guest. I learned different positions at this job, such as hosting and retail. My co-workers were always positive and outgoing on any project that was assigned to all of us. True – more...  team players! Management was amazing! The managers helped with any concern with not only the guest but also their employees and threw nice meetings and holiday parties. I loved everything about the job and wish I did not have to relocate. – less
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Great people and wonderful atmosphere
Server (Current Employee), Frackville, PA –
Pros: plenty of hours, great people
Cons: no breaks, rude customers
i got the job at cracker barrel because i was looking for a side job. I was a stay at home mom while my husband worked but when i got a new vehicle i offered to get a job to help pay the car note. I get along with all the other employees and management and don't have any complaints. I am an easy going person and when the schedule flip flops i don't – more...  mind it at all. The only thing that i would have to say anything negative about is the people you encounter in the resturant everyday. Mostly the people are wonderful but you occasionally get people who treat you like garbage no matter how wonderful you are to them and they act like you are beneath them because you are a waitress. I love my job – less
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Excellent place to work
Part time server (Former Employee), Gas City, IN –
Pros: clean work environment, insurance benefits, employee discounts
Cons: no flextime, uniform required
A typical day normally began with clocking in, locating my station, finding out if I was to train a new employee that night or not. Everything else was routine: greeting guests, serving guests, making sure the guests were happy; helping other servers carry out food, drinks, etc.; making sure my area for the day was kept clean and well-stocked throughout – more...  the shift.

The hardest parts of the job were dealing with conflicting orders from different managers on duty and sometimes having to work around people that were not pulling their weight on occasion.

The most enjoyable part of the job by far was receiving a crabby guest and watching them leave the store smiling. – less
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Service to people
Server (Former Employee), Lansing, MI –
Pros: daily money, good star program, discounted meals, good experience
Cons: challenging customers
The days could be fast or slow. It was fun to serve others, yet could be a challenge.
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Productive and happy and energetic people
Server (Former Employee), Jacksonville, NC –
Pros: discounts
Cons: healthcare
I like to work with willing and fun people. A smile can change an entire enviroment. I am a very hard worker. I have been a trainer to my other co-workers. I am always willing to do my part in the job and go above and beyond. I am willing to help others and make our environment more enjoyable.
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Great place to work
Server,Grill cook,Prep cook,Host,Cashier (Current Employee), Fredericksburg, VA –
Pros: nice guest
Cons: no breaks
I enjoy working at Cracker Barrel.I just need more money with being a single parent.
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Barrel of Crackers (Saltines mostly)
Server/Host/Retail (Former Employee), Lookout Valley, TN –
I gained experience in multiple aspects of customer service as they were readily available at Cracker Barrel. Many co-workers made for an interesting daily work experience.
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ugh!
Server (Former Employee), Evans, GA –
Pros: 50% off food, easy to get along with
Cons: little to no breaks
working there wasn't horrible customers where. min for servers is 2.13, but getting more money and more stars are easy to do.
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Pleasing People
Customer Service (Current Employee), Kingman, AZ –
Pros: happy co workers
Cons: very busy store
Very high values at this work place! They will work with your schedule if you are a single mother or in school. They are happy to have you there!
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Cracker barrel
Server (Current Employee), Kimball, TN –
everyone is willing to help when u need anything. Manager are great and are willing to help u.
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Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc., formerly CBRL Group, Inc., is principally engaged in the operation and development of – Read more