Ownership indecisive and plodding, most employees weak and under-talented - Manager Ocean State Job Lot Employee Review

1.0
7 Jun 2012
Recommend
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Pros

Free health care, that is all

Cons

Cannot afford good talent, and they refuse to get rid of the weak employees. Can't make decisions without the CEO, who everyone is afraid of, including the other owners.

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5.0
17 Apr 2026
Anonymous employee
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Pros

good hours and nice coworkers

Cons

an assortment of managers who dont communicate well

3.0
26 Jun 2026
Recommend
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Pros

The culture is amazing and the hourly associates make it worth your while.

Cons

Compensation for area managers is not good. You can hit hit all your goals and improve your department and still get a meets expectation on your annual review.

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