Fun coworkers but low pay and outdated systems - Assistant Manager Hot Topic Employee Review

3.0
25 June 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

- Employee discount - Lax dress code - Fun coworkers

Cons

- Exceptionally low pay - Corporate management does not understand it's customer base - Accounting and store software is VERY behind modern standards

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5.0
12 Apr 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Coworkers and culture were definitely the pros of the job.

Cons

Mall setting and corporate policies made things unenjoyable. If this place could be franchised and not in a mall with so many other types of people would be much more ideal.

4.0
28 June 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Unstressful by retail standards, with mostly flexible and understanding managers.

Cons

District manager quality was poor. Poor hours. Opportunities for growth are not based on existing experience.

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