Great vision, poor execution - Anonymous employee Applebee's Employee Review

1.0
Aug 6, 2014
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

The company has a gold card value system that really does create a potential for a great environment. It is obvious that there are great minds at work in striving to stay competitive with menu trends and technology. The salary benefits are also competitive and attractive.

Cons

Lack of focus and accountability on an operational corporate level. Hourly staff is overworked and underpaid.

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Pros

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Cons

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