Oh, how the mighty fall. - Anonymous employee Zest Employee Review

1.0
28 Aug 2024
Anonymous employee
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Pros

The few staff left are amazing. Poor souls.

Cons

What was once a great employer has slowly turned into the laughing stock of Bouremouth. Over the course of the last year and a half, between one of the two owners, and the Managing Director, Zest has completely abolished any positives of working there. Alienating staff, removing bonus, reducing headcount, and putting all that extra work on the handful of employes left. All of this is done with a sense of pride, stating "Were trying to become more corporate". Why they have decided to do this, in an age where most companies have moved away from this american-style corporate approach, and have favoured more of a staff centric one is beyond me.

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Zest Response
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Thank you for sharing your feedback, we’re genuinely sorry to hear about your experience and appreciate the time you’ve taken to provide this insight. However, we note your comments about the leadership team and the company culture. The issues you’ve raised are taken very seriously, and we want to address them directly. As a company, we are in the midst of a significant transformation, aiming to grow from £10m to £100m. With this ambition comes the need for change, which we understand can be challenging and, at times, uncomfortable. We’re committed to fostering an environment where mistakes are seen as opportunities for learning and growth, rather than blame. We understand that some aspects of the culture may have been impacted during this transition, but we are taking steps to rebuild and strengthen it. We’re investing in learning and development initiatives to improve communication and collaboration across all levels of the company. We thank you for your contribution during your time at Zest and wish you all the best for the future.

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