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?

"Great benefits and the company encourages growth from within." ((in 65 reviews)); "The pay is good and reliable." ((in 40 reviews)); "Great people to work with" ((in 39 reviews)); "Great leadership and systems in place to succeed." ((in 17 reviews)); "staff is great, laid back and easy" ((in 10 reviews))

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

"Poor management; corner" ((in 35 reviews)); "Managers are horrible, they look for a reason to fire you before you get into the union" ((in 20 reviews)); "Long hours and you pay for parking" ((in 14 reviews)); "Little to no work life balance" ((in 13 reviews)); "Staff are being payed bare minimum and often work long hours above average 9" ((in 11 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

Ratings by demographic groups

Race / Ethnicity

Gender

Sexual orientation

Disability

Parent or family caregiver

Veteran status

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

5.0

Aug 4, 2020

Rate company

Head cashier

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Benefits, good team work, quality on service

Cons

Sometimes you just work 37:30 hrs. Not 40 hrs

Restaurant Associates Response

5y

Thank you for taking the time to write a 5 star review! And congratulations on your 10+ years with the RA family. We are especially happy to hear that your experience exemplifies our Core Values in promoting a collaborative culture. Please continue to let us know how you feel info@restaurantassociates.com

5.0

Aug 4, 2020

Supportive

Regional director

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good work gets noticed and rewarded

Cons

I cannot personally think of a negative

Restaurant Associates Response

5y

Thank you for taking the time leave a 5 star SUPPORTIVE rating for RA! We appreciate your input and your experience matches with our values to be supportive. Our leadership strives to promote our CARE Culture. If you have any further feedback please email us info@restaurantassociates.com

5.0

Aug 4, 2020

Best company I have ever worked for.

Director

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

There are many opportunities to advance and learn if you are interested. Senior management is accessible and helpful. You aren’t expected to be perfect, just give it your best and you will be recognized. CEO is as down to earth as they come.

Cons

Sometimes difficult for smaller accounts to get company wide recognition.

Restaurant Associates Response

5y

WOW- "BEST COMPANY I have ever worked for" is such an incredible compliment,. 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 while having FUN too. Please continue to let us know how you feel info@restaurantassociates.com

Viewing 391 - 393 of 683 Reviews

Top companies for "Compensation and Benefits" near you

Royal Catering

3.7★Compensation & Benefits

Waiter.com

3.8★Compensation & Benefits

Professional Bartenders & Servers

4.3★Compensation & Benefits

Amwaj Catering Services

3.6★Compensation & Benefits

Jobs at Restaurant Associates

DISHWASHER (FULL TIME)

DISHWASHER (FULL TIME)

DISHWASHER (FULL TIME)

DISHWASHER (FULL TIME)

DISHWASHER (FULL TIME)