Our Benefits | Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen
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Hourly Benefits Management Benefits

The Benefits You Crave

Hourly Benefits

FLEXIBLE SCHEDULES
& WEEKLY PAY

Your shifts and pay, your way

25% DINING DISCOUNT AT ALL
DARDEN-OWNED RESTAURANTS

A token of our appreciation

MEDICAL/DENTAL/VISION
INSURANCE

To keep you feeling your best

PAID SICK TIME &
ANNIVERSARY PAY

Extra cheddar for you

FAST FLUENCY

Helping non-native speakers
learn English

Opportunities to LEARN
AND grow!

Over 60% of Restaurant Managers
are promoted from within

MENTAL WELLBEING

A free confidential benefit including counseling to help team members and their families with life’s challenges.

HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS

Our restaurants are closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas.

DARDEN 401(K) – MATCH UP TO 120% ON FIRST 6% OF EARNINGS

Helping you build a bright future

SHARE IN OUR SUCCESS

After 1 year, buy company stock at a 15% discount.

PAID FAMILY LEAVE

After 1 year of service, get 2 weeks of paid leave to tend to life matters.

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Authenticity Made from Scratch

At Cheddar’s, we offer a supportive environment where you can grow a fun career and create incredible experiences every day. Learn more about us.

Who We are

Management Benefits

COMPETITIVE BASE PAY

Cheddar for your dedication

PAID TIME OFF – 3 WEEKS
IN YOUR FIRST YEAR

Time for yourself to reset

QUARTERLY BONUSES

Some extra cheese for
your efforts

MEDICAL/DENTAL/VISION INSURANCE

To keep you feeling your best

DARDEN 401(K)

Match up to 120% on first 6% of earnings

Opportunities to LEARN
AND grow!

Over 95% of General Managers and Directors of Operations are promoted from within

MENTAL WELLBEING

A free confidential benefit including counseling to help team members and their families with life’s challenges.

DISCOUNT MALL

35% off at Darden-owned restaurants, cell phone discounts, and more!

SHARE IN OUR SUCCESS

After 1 year, buy company stock at a 15% discount.

TUITION REIMBURSEMENT

After 6 months of service, get up to $5,250 in tuition reimbursement per year.

PARENTAL LEAVE

Get up to 2 weeks of paid parental leave for birth, adoption or becoming a foster parent.