Culture doesn't pay the bills - Anonymous employee JetBlue Employee Review

2.0
Feb 27, 2022
Anonymous employee
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Pros

Flight benefits are great when you can use them. Some of my co-workers were terrific.

Cons

Jetblue offers 0 days of paid maternity or paternity leave. I donated a PTO day to a coworker so that she could extend her leave. It is disturbing that this is the policy. In my 5 years at the company I can count on one hand the number of black employees in the controller group who were promoted. During that time there were no black employees promoted to or hired as managers in Finance. On the flip side if you're a good looking white kid in FP&A you can move from analyst to Manager in a few years. Pay is embarrassingly low compared to companies of comparable size. A former CFO stated that Jetblue employees could make more money working in Manhattan, but the culture makes working at Jetblue worth it. He made over three million that year, and left shortly thereafter for a bigger pay day. Most of the people who worked in finance during my tenure have followed suit.

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Pros

Working at JetBlue has a lot of benefits, especially for people who enjoy a fast-paced environment and interacting with others. One of the biggest advantages is the travel perks. Employees get standby flight benefits, which makes traveling much more affordable and gives people the opportunity to visit places they normally might not have been able to. Another major positive is the work environment and company culture. JetBlue puts a strong focus on teamwork, customer service, and treating employees with respect. Many crewmembers build close relationships with their coworkers because everyone works together during busy operations and challenging situations.

Cons

Working at JetBlue also comes with challenges, especially because the airline industry can be very demanding. One of the biggest downsides is the schedule. Many positions require working early mornings, overnight shifts, weekends, holidays, and long hours during delays or bad weather. The schedule can sometimes make it difficult to maintain work-life balance. Another challenge is dealing with stressful situations. Airport operations move very quickly, and employees often have to handle upset customers, flight delays, cancellations, or operational issues while still remaining professional and calm. During peak travel seasons, the pressure can increase significantly.

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