Good for people looking for an easy, fun first job - Sales Associate/Assistant Manager Five Below Employee Review

3.0
Aug 11, 2015
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

It's a fun atmosphere and there is a lot to do so the day goes by quickly. It feels great to be able to assist customers and share in their happiness.

Cons

The work environment at my store was unprofessional; I was overworked and had to quit because I couldn't handle the hours/stress of a management position while attending school.

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Pros

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Cons

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3.0
Jun 16, 2026
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Pros

-20% discount -med, dental, vision benefits -20-ish minimum hours per week -genuinely can be a fun store to work in when run well

Cons

-store managers have little to no oversight and cross professional boundaries often - hr is ineffective, document everything yourself, report to the EEOC -growth opportunities in the store are very limited and they will lowball you no matter what you do or sacrifice -crazy turnover because the expectations are unrealistic store managers lie about pay budget to everyone -more likely to hire teens and students because they are easier to take advantage of for little pay, only needs adult for when teens and students cannot work (night shifts, school days) - nearby stores, especially if in a strip mall or shopping center, like tj maxx have higher base pay, better benefits, better security, and more hour availability

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