Great place to gain experience, but advancement is not always merit-based - Assistant Manager Kroger Employee Review

3.0
7 Apr 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Strong team environment with opportunities to build leadership skills. Fast-paced work keeps shifts engaging, and there is consistent opportunity for growth within the company. Customer interaction can be rewarding, and you gain valuable experience in operations, problem-solving, and team development.

Cons

Work-life balance can be challenging due to long hours and inconsistent scheduling. Expectations are high, but support and accountability from upper management can be inconsistent. Staffing shortages and high turnover create added stress, and communication between leadership levels is not always effective. Advancement opportunities can feel influenced more by favoritism and relationships than by performance or merit, which can be discouraging for employees who consistently deliver strong results.

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5.0
28 May 2026
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Pros

Nice management, nice coworkers, willing to help

Cons

Could be a lot of work sometimes

3.0
25 May 2026
Recommend
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Pros

10% discount on all kroger branded items $17.25 per hour is one of the better wages in the area when compared to competitor stores

Cons

October-January the workload and store environment is overwhelming due to holidays Slowest time of year in the store is during the summer when its hot and days drag ob forever Lack of communication between dept as well as between store management MOD adds insurmountable tasks onto your already lengthy expected daily task assignments

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