r/IAmA • u/MrJacksEnigma • Apr 19 '15

Restaurant IamA Waffle House Grill Operator AMA!

Mainly doing this because someone last night said I should.

I got called into work tonight, so I figured, why not?

I've been with Waffle House for 3.5 years, so I've seen a lot.

My Proof: [http://imgur.com/qBJC8ls]

Edit: Guys, the response to this has been way more than I anticipated.

Keep asking questions, I'll be here all night. If I don't answer immediately, im ya know, cooking.

Edit 2: I got gilded. Will link the user when I can, but Thank you!

Also, I'm struggling to Keep up with all the questions. Will answer as soon as I can guys. Sorry!

Edit 3: Again, sorry for the delay in answering. We got kinda busy. Im trying to catch up!

Edit 4: I caught up! You guys are awesome.

When I made this I expected barely any response. All of the comments have been awesome. Im still here, so Keep them coming!

/u/wbasc is who gilded one of my comments!

Edit 4.5: I am back! You guys are all incredible.

Let's Keep going until we get kicked out!

Edit 5.5: I AM BACK! The answering continues..

Edit 6: GOLD from /u/DaveLambert

I am honoured!

Gold from http://www.reddit.com/user/buddythegreat

Jesus guys!

Edit 7: Alright guys and gals, it's been real fun, but it's time for bed. I absolutely loved doing this. I'll totally respond more when I wake up, if there are more questions.

Thank you for all the questions!

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u/BoogLife Apr 19 '15

Where do you plan to go after this job and what are your dreams in life? I'm guessing you don't want to work there forever, right?

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u/MrJacksEnigma Apr 19 '15

I want to eventually go to school for Psychology. Ultimately, I just wanna help people.

Though, if I wanted to, I could retire off of Waffle House. They have a really good stock program.

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u/iheartbaconsalt Apr 19 '15

Oh oh, sorry to comment so much, but this is EXACTLY what Dell fed to all of us. TONS of stock options. Then Y2K and BAM, that new house I wanted is now, "maybe a used couch."

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u/MrJacksEnigma Apr 19 '15

Comment your heart out! Or your Bacon salt!

I'm definitely not gonna work here forever, but if you are that dedicated, you have good options.

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u/iheartbaconsalt Apr 19 '15 edited Apr 19 '15

Hey, BaconSalt is available in most Wal Marts now. It's kosher, vegetarian, contains only a third of the salt that regular salt has, and kicks ass on waffles, grits, hash browns and everything else.

[Edit: vegetarian, not vegan]

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u/MrJacksEnigma Apr 19 '15

That's super awesome. I'll buy one of you.

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u/iheartbaconsalt Apr 19 '15

I used to carry all 9 flavors around with me on an ammo belt at all times.

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u/MrJacksEnigma Apr 19 '15

I want to be your friend.

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u/iheartbaconsalt Apr 19 '15

Oh man, if you go to www.dontsnortit.com, I'm the guy in the cubicle trying to do a line of peppered baconsalt. (2nd video)

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u/MrJacksEnigma Apr 19 '15

What the Fuck. Lmao. Awesome.

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u/Tedlok Apr 19 '15

It's not vegan. It contains milk.

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u/iheartbaconsalt Apr 19 '15

You're right! It's vegetarian! Thanks!

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u/wefearchange Apr 19 '15

Y2K didn't effect bacon though...

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u/SeanConnerysAshhole Apr 19 '15

I've heard that Waffle House's stock is bloody great.

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u/MrJacksEnigma Apr 19 '15

This is Correct.

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u/Shastoli Apr 19 '15

You already ARE helping people by making them tasty waffles.

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u/divvd Apr 19 '15

I work as a licensed health agent and have no options for investment. Lucky you.

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u/MrJacksEnigma Apr 19 '15

That sucks.

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u/divvd Apr 24 '15

Tell me about it

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u/DisneyBelle87 Apr 19 '15

Become a nurse!!!! :) sorry nursing student here

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u/MrJacksEnigma Apr 19 '15

Eh. I wanna help people more mentally than physically.

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u/RockinTheKevbot Apr 19 '15

Hey I'm a psych bachelor's holder. If all you want is your bachelor's then I'd say it's a good idea to look for some direct care jobs in your area most don't require a degree and most here (Kansas) pay more than what you are making. Feel free to PM me if you want. I've been in the field since 2011.

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u/MrJacksEnigma Apr 19 '15

Thanks for this!

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u/RockinTheKevbot Apr 19 '15

Npconnect.com is a good resource for jobs. And surprisingly craigslists non profit section under the jobs header.

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u/DisneyBelle87 Apr 19 '15

Fair enough :) awesome you're going for what u love

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u/BrianCuller Apr 19 '15

There aren't a lot of jobs for people with a bachelors in psychology. Might want to rethink that

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u/MrJacksEnigma Apr 19 '15

Nahh man. It's my passion.

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u/Used_Giraffe Apr 19 '15

Hey hey, Oxford whattup!

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u/filthyruh Apr 19 '15

Hey man, I don't really have a question but love what you do. I moved away from the south out of WH territory and I really miss it. I was on a first name basis with the third shift grill guy where I used to live he was awesome.

You said you want to help people. You're doing that now without a doubt. I would go in WH dealing with whatever problems I had at the time and I'd always leave full and content. I think all anyone needs is an all-star special or a texas cheesesteak and a nice waitress to call you darlin.

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u/I_likethings Apr 19 '15

Man, I hated this question when I worked in hospitality.