Does Glyndebourne pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Glyndebourne employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.7 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Glyndebourne. This rating has decreased by 9% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Glyndebourne?

76% of Glyndebourne employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Glyndebourne 3.8 out of 5 for work life balance, 4.0 for culture and values and 3.7 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Glyndebourne?

Front of House Assistant (4) , Front of House Staff (3) , Server/Waitress (3) , Front of House (2) , Kitchen Porter (2) , Usher (2)

What are the pros of working at Glyndebourne according to real employee reviews?

"Good colleagues and work isn't that demanding." ((in 4 reviews)); "Good pay" ((in 3 reviews)); "Friendly staff and great flexibility" ((in 3 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Glyndebourne according to real employee reviews?

"Long hours and very physical" ((in 3 reviews)); "Massive egos and bullying from Commercial and self appointed G.O.D." ((in 3 reviews))

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Glyndebourne Reviews

4.0

76% would recommend to a friend

(34 total reviews)

69% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.0

Culture and values

4.0

Diversity and inclusion

4.0

Senior management

3.8

Work/Life balance

3.7

Compensation and benefits

3.7

Career opportunities

Glyndebourne has an employee rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars, based on 34 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Glyndebourne employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Arts, entertainment and recreation industry (3.9 stars).

Reviews by job title

34 reviews

1.0

12 Apr 2019

Bullying from the top

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business outlook

Pros

an inspiring environment and standards of artistic excellence

Cons

Massive egos and bullying from Commercial and self appointed G.O.D. - neither of whom really understand some of the principles of marketing a business. Backstabbing rife at senior levels as a result. So many people left due to intimidation having spoken up about the realities of what needs to be done to achieve the results they require. If you're a single woman of a certain age - forget it the GOD will be out to get you!

3.0

7 June 2018

Front of House

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business outlook

Pros

Good colleagues and work isn't that demanding.

Cons

Terrible management, strict hierarchical structure created tension between employees and management.

5.0

8 Mar 2016

Glyndebourne Festival Chorus

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business outlook

Pros

Incredible place. Company Office superb and backstage team acknowledged as amongst the best in the industry. Supportive management, excellent chorus master and a strong union. Music making is world class and the experience of singing on the main stage unforgettable. Benefits include subsidised canteen and restaurant (lunches), green room and dress rehearsal tickets for family and friends. A wonderful company.

Cons

Salary dependent on distribution of opera, roles and covers each season, therefore can vary wildly year to year. Working week is Monday to Saturday and performances can fall on Sundays during the festival. Lots of time off during smaller contracts but larger contracts can entail very long working hours (70/80 hour weeks) and a day off is only mandatory every fourteenth day. Location near Lewes means long commutes from London or local accommodation for the duration of the festival.

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Jobs at Glyndebourne

Maintenance Operative

Lewes, England

GBP 26K - GBP 26K /yr

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