Who We Are | Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen
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Who We Are For people who aren’t afraid to get a little flour on their hands

Who we are

1979 founded in
Arlington, Texas

180+ restaurants
in 29 states…
and growing

41+ million
guests per year

16,000+
team members

Our values

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CREATE WOW! EXPERIENCES

We are committed to making every team member and guest feel special

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INSPIRE GROWTH

We inspire growth in ourselves and each other

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HEARD

We communicate clearly to ensure the message is acted on in the right way

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FEEDBACK MATTERS

We strengthen our team by asking for and offering honest feedback

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RIGHT STUFF…RIGHT WAY

We take accountability to ‘Step Up’ and align priorities and daily actions to deliver on Key Results

BBQ ribs, fried chicken, french fries, and a dipping sauce on a white plate.

WELL DONE

We appreciate and recognize excellent performance by actively promoting and sharing it with others

Community Scratching Out Hunger

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1 in 8

Americans are unsure of where their next meal will come from (Source: Feeding America)

Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen donates wholesome, unused food weekly to local food banks through our Harvest Program.

We average 8,500 pounds of food per month, resulting in over 7,000 homemade meals for those who need it most.

Emergency Assistance Fund

Darden Dimes

A prime example of our people-focused culture, Darden Dimes is completely funded by Team Members giving at least 10¢ per week to help build a safety net for their fellow coworkers.

This fund provides financial assistance to Team Members facing catastrophic and other emergency situations.

Many of our Team Members contribute more than a dime per week, helping to make a real difference in the lives of our Team Members when they need it most.

To date, Darden Dimes has provided more than $34.9 million in grant assistance to more than 83,000 Team Members.

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A Winning Partnership

Official Sponsor of the No. 8

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