Easy job but terrible management and hygiene issues - Retail Associate Colchester Zoo Employee Review

1.0
12 May 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Easy job, basic level stuff that you don’t need experience for. Easy money for a first job.

Cons

The interview was childish, the management are rude, the pay is awful and they make you sign a contract that states if anyone accepts a fake note, the entire staff of that shop have it deducted from their wages. Even if you check every note, a lazy coworker might not and you all are punished. They shout at you and are horrible. They also are not supportive of staff with disabilities. There is black mould in all the shops, the coffee machines are dirty half the time and the hygiene inspectors don’t even LOOK. I’m appalled at their hygiene.

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4.0
8 June 2026
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Pros

Good hours, good pay, great location, good management.

Cons

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3.0
9 May 2026
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Pros

Good team of young, bright colleagues

Cons

Uncomfortable working conditions with unsympathetic management

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