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.

Restaurant Associates reviews

3.9

71% would recommend to a friend

(683 total reviews)

Ed Brown

73% approve of CEO

74% positive business outlook

Company ratings over time

Ratings trend for the last 6 months (683 reviews)

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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).

Reviews by job title

683 reviews

4.0

Aug 17, 2020

Great team to work with.

Manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

The people I work with are great, hard working, work together to complete what needs to be done. Benefits are good.

Cons

Working hours, very long days.

Restaurant Associates Response

5y

We appreciate you taking the time to share your positive experience with the RA Family. We are glad to learn that you enjoy working with your team members and appreciate you taking the time to provide thoughtful advice that can continue to make us a better organization. From the top down our commitment is to our associates. If you have any further feedback please email us info@restaurantassociates.com

5.0

Aug 17, 2020

Love RA!!!

Manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great people, places, food & hospitality!

Cons

I wish they had more locations

Restaurant Associates Response

5y

We are so excited that you have chosen Restaurant Associates and took the time to let us know how excited and connected you feel as being part of the RA Family! At RA food is our inspiration; we continue to be passionate around creating enthusiasm and excitement in providing restaurant inspired food.

5.0

Aug 17, 2020

Very professional

Server

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Professional atmosphere, benefits, great management. Advancement and relocation opportunities.

Cons

None that I can think of.

Restaurant Associates Response

5y

We are so excited that you have chosen Restaurant Associates and took the time to let us know that your first years of experience has been so positive. 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. positive. Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review.

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