NOT THE WORST BUT NOT THE BEST - SEASONAL PART-TIME SALES RH Employee Review

2.0
31 Oct 2010
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Beautiful stores, gorgeous merchandise, friendly and knowledgeable staff, good company values, very good customer service, relatively fair compensation compared to other similar stores

Cons

Too much to do, not enough people. Very demanding, high-end clientele, yet an insufficiency of adequate tools to serve them well. For example, since there are almost no cash-and-carry items available, most of the merchandise has to be ordered for customers, but computer hardware and software is slow and outdated. Cash counter is a bottleneck of customers trying to cash out or return their items, place their orders, or make inquiries, with people easily running out of patience. Stockroom is a mess and a safety hazard. Leadership is weak. Training is almost nonexistent.

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5.0
2 May 2026
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Pros

Experience working for on of the leading innovators in the design industry.

Cons

The scheduling department being in a regular call center and not the gallery

4.0
20 Feb 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

One of the strongest aspects of this role is the autonomy. I’m trusted to make decisions that genuinely support the customer experience without constant approval from leadership. If I believe an exchange plus a $250 gift card is the right solution to preserve a relationship, I’m empowered to do that. That level of trust creates confidence and allows us to move quickly when issues arise. Leadership is accessible when needed, especially in escalated situations. I’ve never felt left alone to manage something beyond my scope. There is also regular voluntary overtime available, which is a plus for those looking to increase their hours. For someone transitioning from another industry, the environment feels more structured and brand-focused, which has been refreshing

Cons

The clientele can be challenging. Some customers assume that spending thousands of dollars entitles them to treat frontline employees disrespectfully, even when those employees had no involvement in the original issue. It can also be frustrating to hold a boundary with a customer, only to see it reversed after escalation. While I understand the desire to preserve relationships, it can unintentionally undermine employee confidence and consistency in standards. Because RH carries so many collections and product variations, the learning curve is steep. Customers often expect immediate, detailed product knowledge, which takes time to develop.

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