At Cracker Barrel we serve up more than a job — we believe in building futures. With dedicated training, room to advance, and a team committed to helping you get there, your next chapter starts here. Let’s thrive and grow together!
Whether you're welcoming guests, serving them a delicious meal, or helping them pick out a gift from our store, your role goes beyond being a friendly face. You're the heart of the experience, and every interaction is the chance to make someone's day.
Whether you're flipping pancakes, turning tables, or keeping the heart of the house humming, you'll be part of the team that serves up the goodness of country hospitality.
Mentor, motivate, make the moment — it’s all in a day’s work. Every shift is a chance to grow your team while building a career you can be proud of.
At the Store Support Center, we’re in the business of serving those who serve our guests. Whether you’re thinking up big ideas, telling our story, or setting our teams up for success, your work makes a difference every single day.
Pack, ship, and deliver country hospitality from our climate-controlled, tech-forward Distribution Center. It's just 15 minutes from our home base in Lebanon, TN.
Interested in hospitality? Join our Cedar Valley Inn team to create memorable stays for visitors to our Store Support Center.
The skills you learn, the people you meet, the opportunities you have here — they all help you get from where you are to where you want to be — no matter what journey you’re on.
Training programs for hourly advancement, and restaurant
and retail management
Online programs that help develop your skills
We like to promote from within, so you’ll have opportunities
to grow your career with us
Nearly all of our General Managers & District Managers have been promoted internally
Given to our team for tuition reimbursements and scholarships
Cracker Barrel University courses and 400 curriculums offered to our team
From feeling good to saving big, our benefits are designed with you in mind — at work and wherever life takes you.
For all employees. Various plans are available based on your job and eligibility.
Get your pay when you need it. You don't have to wait until payday.
We’re in invested in your financial future. We'll match a percentage of your 401(k) contributions after 90 days.
Buy Cracker Barrel shares through convenient payroll deductions.
Save on everything from auto to travel to technology through our Biscuit Perks program.
Study smart, get rewarded! We'll reimburse up to $1,000 yearly for grades of "B" or better. For eligible Management and Store Support Center employees.
Comprehensive onboarding, training, and development programs designed to help you thrive in your role and beyond.
Our training and development programs take you from “not sure yet” to “I’ve got this” in no time.
Earn your gold stars and rise through the ranks! Our PAR (Personal Achievement Responsibility) Program teaches you skills for every position. Collect stars on your apron as you grow from your first day to being a leader.
Whether you're stepping into your first leadership role or growing into your next one, our comprehensive Managers in Training (MIT) program sets you up for success. If you're in training more than 40 miles from home, we’ll take care of housing and a few meals too!
Our 3-day intensive Cracker Barrel Business Program for top performers fast-tracks you to District Manager. Twice a year, we gather the best to learn, grow, and prepare for the next level.
Over $1 million in scholarships and counting. We celebrate and reward our team members who shine in academics, work, and beyond.
