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www.bananarepublic.com San Francisco, CA 5000+ Employees

Banana Republic Reviews

Updated Jun 13, 2013
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3.2 444 reviews

                             

68% Approve of the CEO

Banana Republic President Jack Calhoun

Jack Calhoun

(185 ratings)

58% of employees recommend this company to a friend
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Great working environment

Anonymous Employee (Current Employee)

I have been working at Banana Republic part-time for more than a year

ProsGreat working environment. Great co-workers. Excellent job which helps you elevate your wardrobe to be more professional, which is great if you're a college student seeking to eventually be a professional.

ConsThere are no cons that I can think of that are highlighted in my mind. I think the biggest downfall is when the store gets slow and there isn't much to do, and no one to help.

Advice to Senior ManagementAdvice to management would be to keep energy up when checking in sales associates because it sets the tone for their shift.

Yes, I would recommend this company to a friend

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Good learning Experience

Anonymous Employee (Current Employee)

I have been working at Banana Republic

ProsGood pay, bonus incentives, great people

Conswork holidays necause of retail, late hours past closing

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Moving Up but don't really care about Credit Cards

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Jackson, MS (US)

I have been working at Banana Republic part-time for more than a year

ProsMore time with the company means more hours
Management listens and cares
Great Discount

ConsOpening up credit cards is such a big deal

Advice to Senior ManagementThe management at my store really cares from what I see so no advice from

Yes, I would recommend this company to a friend

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Great job and team!

Sales Associate (Current Employee)
Saskatoon, SK (Canada)

I have been working at Banana Republic part-time for less than a year

Pros- Great management team
- A staff that has fun and likes their jobs
- Good training and communication between management and staff

Cons- Sometimes hard to get hours
- Schedules on short notice

Advice to Senior Management- Keep up the good work!
- Creating the schedules in advance may reduce employee anxiety

Yes, I would recommend this company to a friend – I'm optimistic about the outlook for this company

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Sales Associate (Former Employee)
Philadelphia, PA (US)

I worked at Banana Republic part-time for more than a year

ProsFriendly management, worked with your schedule. No micromanaging

ConsLow Pay, low employee discounts.

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Great

Sales Associate (Current Employee)
Dulles, VA (US)

I have been working at Banana Republic part-time for less than a year

ProsManagement was very passionate about making sure employees were informed
Took time to help us understand the product and the procedures
Fun environment
All other associates were outgoing and friendly

ConsSome management was a bit annoying and condescending
Pressure to deliver Banana Republic Credit Card Sales

Advice to Senior ManagementYou're doing a great job!

Yes, I would recommend this company to a friend – I'm optimistic about the outlook for this company

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Fun.

Sales Support (Former Employee)
Providence, RI (US)

I worked at Banana Republic part-time for less than a year

ProsNice people, good managers, nice customers

ConsNot enough hours, job can get boring during down time

Advice to Senior ManagementDont be so naggy

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Great Company =)

Anonymous Employee (Current Employee)

I have been working at Banana Republic full-time

ProsGreat company, people & discount!!

ConsThe hours could be a little rough.

Yes, I would recommend this company to a friend

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Dull but fair

Sales Associate (Former Employee)
Bellevue, WA (US)

I worked at Banana Republic part-time for less than a year

ProsGreat discount and above average compensation

ConsOn-call system is very inconvenient

Advice to Senior ManagementThey did well.

Yes, I would recommend this company to a friend

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Good for a College Student, crappy otherwise

Sales Associate (Former Employee)
Miami, FL (US)

I worked at Banana Republic part-time for more than 3 years

ProsHours are perfect for someone who is in school, flexible.

ConsPay is pretty bad
No incentives for sales, NO COMMISSION!!!
Long Hours or no hours, the hours really change based on budget and sales, not at all consistent

Advice to Senior ManagementBe a little more considerate of your employees hoours

Yes, I would recommend this company to a friend

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