Absolutely awful company - Sales Associate Ocean State Job Lot Employee Review

1.0
4 Feb 2014
Recommend
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Pros

Really no pros to speak of except that some of my coworkers are fun to work with. Other then that I cant think of a single pro.

Cons

Oh boy where to begin, the point system is an absolute joke, only in place to prevent hardworking employees from getting promotions and raises. Almost impossible to get a promotion in this company, I have worked here over a year constantly expressing interest in promotional job opportunities only to see them given to people who have been there for a couple months and dont have any clue what they are doing. You only get a single 10 minute break for every 6 hour shift which is ridiculous. Cant have any kind of drink while on the clock, including water which makes you not feel to good after 6 hours on your feet constantly moving around. I could go on for hours about all the negative aspects of this company.

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5.0
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Pros

good hours and nice coworkers

Cons

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3.0
26 June 2026
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Pros

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

Cons

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