Work/life balance is talked about, but it’s really a joke. - Assistant Store Manager Kroger Employee Review

2.0
Jun 18, 2018
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Pros

The people truly are great. We have excellent associates in stores. The benefits are above average and the salary has gotten a lot more competitive.

Cons

You are expected to work a “minimum” of 9 hours a day — that actually turns into 11-13 on most days. There are several issues regarding accountability methods — things aren’t going well in your role so upper management has a new tendency to push you out. The stress isn’t worth it. I get calls from associates and vendors and bosses every day, no matter if I’m working or on vacation.

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Cons

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Pros

10% discount on all kroger branded items $17.25 per hour is one of the better wages in the area when compared to competitor stores

Cons

October-January the workload and store environment is overwhelming due to holidays Slowest time of year in the store is during the summer when its hot and days drag ob forever Lack of communication between dept as well as between store management MOD adds insurmountable tasks onto your already lengthy expected daily task assignments

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