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Operations Manager

Waffle House, Inc.
Lebanon, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 5/25/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/24/2026

Since 1955, Waffle House has provided outstanding careers and opportunities for professional achievement unmatched in the restaurant industry. Since we only promote within, significant career opportunities are available with 2,000 company-owned (not franchised) restaurants, and plan to add another 800 in the next 10 years. We are looking to hire high-energy leaders who value long-term career advancement.


No restaurant experience is required. A 3-month paid training program and ongoing personal and career development prepare you for a career as a restaurant manager as well as multi-unit leadership roles.


Career Path and Pay Ranges:

• Restaurant Manager - $65,000 to $85,000 (plus continuous service bonuses and a $6,000 annual bonus for having a 4-year degree)

• District Manager (2-3 restaurants) - $85,000-$115,000 (average time to promotion 1-3 years)

• Division Manager (6-9 restaurants) - $115,000-$145,000 (average time to promotion 3-5 years)



Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance for you and your family.

• Three 10-day paid vacations per year

• Paid Medical Leave, Maternity Leave, and Family Leave available after 1 year of service

• Work a “6 days on and 2 days off guaranteed” schedule (unmatched in the industry)

• Company Stock Ownership

• Annual Stock Options granted based on % of income.

• Career Stock Options granted at hire and with each career promotion.



For more information, visit www.whcareers.com to get your new career started!

Salary : $6,000

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