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      Build-A-Bear

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      Build-A-Bear reviews

      3.8

      59% would recommend to a friend

      (1,771 total reviews)

      Sharon John

      60% approve of CEO

      51% positive business outlook

      Ratings by category

      3.9

      Diversity & inclusion

      3.7

      Culture & values

      3.6

      Work/Life balance

      3.3

      Senior management

      3.1

      Career opportunities

      2.8

      Compensation and benefits

      Build-A-Bear has an employee rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars, based on 1,771 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Build-A-Bear employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Retail & Wholesale industry (3.5 stars).

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      2K reviews
      4.0
      Sep 7, 2025

      Has ups and downs

      Bear builder
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      Pretty good job for those who thrive as a team, and can chat.

      Cons

      Working here can be humiliating. The general public is very rude at times. I’ve been talking to a guest as I’ve been told to, only to be looked at awkwardly and completely ignored. Can be dehumanising at times. As Bear builders we only do what we’re told to do- which is greet every guest, and ensure they know the deals, ensure they have a good time..

      4.0
      Sep 5, 2025

      Fun!

      Lead sales leader
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      It was a fun and entertaining job You get to work with cute merchandise The day-to-day work could be enjoyable and engaging

      Cons

      Management was very poor and unorganized Hiring managers (district managers) often choose outside hires over established employees Frequently felt like I was doing more than required and fulfilling certain roles for my boss Management staff often got stuck with the worst hours, while upper leadership avoided the workload Lack of fairness and support from leadership

      4.0
      Sep 2, 2025

      Fun but depends on management

      Sales lead
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      Man, I don't know why I'm writing this, cause I have to … It's fun! easy work too

      Cons

      Depending on management, you can get 0% training or be the sole responsibility of many little tasks

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