Physical labor with some of the greatest people in the most fun restaurant around. - Certified Shift Manager Five Guys Employee Review

5.0
Feb 23, 2015
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Almost always something to do The opportunity to meet a huge amount of people Fantastic work environment Simple tasks that require a good work ethic and an ability to work with others

Cons

It can be tough working the long hours Still a growing company so management is sorting itself out still and they have grown incredibly quick leaving some of the districts struggling to keep up with the demand for service vs. Employees

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Pros

Friendly environment that feels like family

Cons

Low wages compared to competition

4.0
Jun 1, 2026
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Pros

They will teach you everything you need to be successful. They have much higher standards than most places, one of the few places I'd have no problem eating at any location. They'll make sure you have everything you need to meet those standards, especially once you get to a management level. They have corporate trainers and the GM at my location was also great. I'm a GM at a different place now and my experience here left me well prepared me for that position.

Cons

Pay. That's the only reason I left, I would have stayed with the company if I could have gotten a raise and I would definitely return if they offered something comparable to what I'm making elsewhere.

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