Does Restaurant Associates pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Restaurant Associates employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.7 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Restaurant Associates. This rating has decreased by 12% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Restaurant Associates?

71% of Restaurant Associates employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Restaurant Associates 3.9 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.9 for culture and values and 4.0 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Restaurant Associates?

Executive Chef (35) , General Manager (34) , Butler (25) , Cook (21) , Director (20) , Cafe Manager (19) , Manager (19) , Sous Chef (18) , Catering Manager (17) , Line Cook (13) , Chef (12) , Assistant General Manager (11) , Food Service Director (8) , Regional Director of Operations (8) , Catering Attendant (7)

What are the pros of working at Restaurant Associates according to real employee reviews?

"Good benefits when in union unit" ((in 66 reviews)); "Great people to work with" ((in 38 reviews)); "The pay is good and reliable." ((in 36 reviews)); "Great leadership and systems in place to succeed." ((in 17 reviews)); "Lots of overtime, great team to work with" ((in 10 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Restaurant Associates according to real employee reviews?

"Poor management; corner" ((in 32 reviews)); "Managers are horrible, they look for a reason to fire you before you get into the union" ((in 18 reviews)); "Little to no work life balance" ((in 14 reviews)); "Long hours and you pay for parking" ((in 14 reviews)); "Long hours are expected, sometimes no support." ((in 10 reviews))

What are employees saying about Restaurant Associates layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Restaurant Associates layoffs and their outlook for job security at Restaurant Associates in 2026.

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Restaurant Associates

Part of Compass Group USA

Restaurant Associates reviews

3.9

71% would recommend to a friend

(683 total reviews)

Ed Brown

73% approve of CEO

74% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.2

Diversity & inclusion

4.0

Career opportunities

3.9

Culture & values

3.9

Work/Life balance

3.7

Compensation and benefits

3.4

Senior management

Restaurant Associates has an employee rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars, based on 683 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Restaurant Associates employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Restauration industry (3.7 stars).

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Reviews by job title

683 reviews

4.0

Aug 21, 2020

Pretty good company

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

I’ve been with Restaurant Associates for 10+ years and they have taken very good care of me for the most part.

Cons

Most of the locations I’ve worked with have been very good, except for my current location. The management team at Capital One M2 have this feeling that they can say and do whatever they want without any consequences, because they are management.

Restaurant Associates Response

Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts and experience about RA. We also appreciate your thoughtful advice that can continue to make us a better organization. RA’s leadership is committed in promoting a collaborative culture that engages our teams through enthusiasm and excitement around the business. And have already shared your feedback with the RA senior leadership at your location so they can help to break down the barriers that seem to exist at your location. Also, please be sure to join us on our weekly Town Hall meetings where you can ask RA leaders anything that is on your mind. And as always continue to let us know how you feel info@restaurantassociates.com

4.0

Aug 17, 2020

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Director

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Job security, good pay, bonus, hours

Cons

Company is growing which is great but that personal touch with senior management is starting to be missed.

Restaurant Associates Response

Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts and experience about RA. We also appreciate your thoughtful advice that can continue to make us a better organization. RA’s leadership is committed in promoting a collaborative culture that engages our teams through enthusiasm and excitement around the business. Covid has been especially challenging to get out to the business to see everyone, which is the spirit of RA leadership. Please be sure to join us on our weekly Town Hall meetings where you can ask RA leaders anything that is on your mind. Please continue to let us know how you feel info@restaurantassociates.com

5.0

Aug 17, 2020

Great Company to work for!

Cook

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Positive working environment. Paid holidays, sick days, and vacation.

Cons

Holidays away from family.. however the holiday pay makes it a little easier!

Restaurant Associates Response

We are so excited that you have chosen Restaurant Associates and took the time to let us know that your New Hire experience has been so positive. We are especially happy to hear that your experience exemplifies our Core Values of Premium Quality and Caring for our People that are at the heart of what we believe in. Thank you so much for taking the time to let us know that your experience has been so positive.

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