Unprofessional Mess - Seasonal Retail Sales Associate Ocean State Job Lot Employee Review

1.0
23 Sept 2025
Recommend
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Pros

starting pay was good, before it dropped to minimum wage with the same expectations.

Cons

where do I even start? Bad pay, no communication on any level, high expectations for little assistance or compensation, management, especially the store manager, is rude and scheduling is always wrong/ never done in advance. Always feels like you're in the middle of some high-schooler drama and not a professional workplace. Never even give you enough time or anyone to train you and still get upset when you don't know what to do or meet their expectations.

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Ocean State Job Lot Response
5mo
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We are sorry to hear that your seasonal experience did not meet your expectations, particularly regarding communication and training. We strive to maintain a professional, supportive environment for all our team members, and it is disappointing to hear that you felt caught in "drama" rather than a workplace. We are taking your comments about the Auburn store’s scheduling and onboarding process to heart, as we want every associate, regardless of their length of stay to feel equipped and respected from day one. We wish you the best in your future roles.

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