Operations Manager

Launch Your Leadership Career with One of America’s Most Successful Restaurant Companies

Are you ready to build a career where your leadership, work ethic, and ambition determine how far you can go?

Waffle House is seeking motivated, people‑focused leaders to join our team as an Operations Manager in Jackson, Tennessee. Whether you’re a recent college graduate or an experienced leader looking for your next opportunity, we’ll provide the training, mentorship, and support needed to build a long‑term career with unlimited advancement potential.

At Waffle House, we don’t just hire managers, we develop future District Managers, Division Managers, and company executives.

• First-year earning potential of $65,000–$85,000+
• Monthly and annual performance bonuses
• Stock ownership opportunities
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid leadership training
• 3-10 days of paid vacation every year
• Industry‑leading career advancement opportunities

As an Operations Manager, you’ll lead a high‑performing restaurant while learning every aspect of running a successful business. You’ll gain valuable experience in leadership, operations, financial management, talent development, and customer service.

• Lead, coach, and develop a high‑performing team
• Recruit, hire, train, and mentor future leaders
• Deliver an exceptional guest experience
• Manage daily restaurant operations and financial performance
• Drive sales, profitability, and operational excellence
• Maintain the highest standards of food safety and quality
• Foster a positive, people‑first culture built on teamwork and accountability

• Driven, dependable, and highly motivated
• Strong communicators who enjoy building relationships
• Comfortable making decisions in a fast‑paced environment
• Flexible to work a variety of shifts, including weekends and holidays
• Experienced in leadership, management, hospitality, retail, sales, military, athletics, or customer service—or eager to grow into a leadership role

For more than 70 years, Waffle House has built its success by investing in people. We promote from within, provide world‑class leadership development, and offer one of the clearest career paths in the restaurant industry.

This isn’t just another management job—it’s an opportunity to build a long‑term career with a company that rewards performance, develops leaders, and promotes from within.

If you’re looking for more than just a job—and want a career where your potential, leadership, and results determine your success—we’d love to meet you.

Apply today and start building your future with Waffle House.