Employees say: "In my short time of working for this company, it has been great to see the things we do each day to make it a great place to work for staff. The appreciation that we show for them on holidays, birthdays, anniversaries is amazing, as well as the appreciation week, where we do things each day for the staff. It is also great to be encouraged to take time off for my personal life and not have work overlap into it on a consistent basis. While some days may be tough, it is a great place to work, and I am glad I took the leap to join this company!"
The Cheesecake Factory remains a top performer on this list, rising seven spots from last year. Also in 2023 the California-based restaurant chain and bakery debuted its First 6 onboarding program, which supports externally hired managers through their transition to the company’s distinctive culture and operations. During their first six months, the newcomers participate in a series of activities alongside peers, culminating in meetings with executive leadership at the company’s support center in Southern California. The support center also recently welcomed 22 mid-level managers from diverse backgrounds to network with executives and set career goals alongside mentors as part of the company’s Diverse Leaders Network Conference.
