Still have nightmares - Former Assistant Manager Altar'd State Employee Review

1.0
Apr 3, 2023
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Nothing but theres a five word minimum sooooo

Cons

I haven't worked here in 3 years and I still have nightmares about it. Every single day I would want to throw up from anxiety, this place is the definition of toxic. It will turn your friends into enemies and everyone above you watching eats it all up. Being employed here is like being in an abusive relationship, you're scared to say anything. Scared to leave. Made to feel guilty if you don't drop everything in an instant for the good of the store. Also S/O to the CEO aaron walters (love that 54 percent approval rating) for leaving paper cups of chewed Tabacco and spit on the back counters of his pristine store, on more than one occasion. Seriously so pathetic. Way to stand out for good <3

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Altar'd State Response
3y
Thank you for taking time to share your thoughts. It's unfortunate this was your experience while working for Altar'd State. As an organization, we do place a tremendous value on serving our guests exceptionally well. Our goal is for the internal and external guest to feel loved an appreciated in all that we do and we encourage our teams to be entrepreneurs in all aspects of the business. We sincerely hope you find a great place to work that is a better fit for you, we wish you the very best.

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5.0
May 27, 2026
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Pros

Such a wonderful workplace to work

Cons

There is none at all

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Altar'd State Response
1mo
Thank you for your kind words! We're so glad to hear you have had a positive experience and we appreciate you for taking care of our guests. Don't hesitate to reach out to peopledevelopment@altardstate.com if there's anything we could do for you!
1.0
Feb 27, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Literally nothing, can’t think of one positive thing

Cons

I’ve been with the company for years and watching its continuous downfall has become almost comical. Two years ago we took major pay cuts (like 15%) because of the economy but this year they sent us to the Virgin Islands on this over the top meeting that must have cost a fortune. I’d rather have the money in my bank versus a trip I was forced to go on with senior leadership that are absolute horrific people in general and evil businesses people. It all felt like a big propaganda event with tons of videoing and picture taking so they could come home and post all over linked in and social media about how WONDERFUL it is to work there. Don’t even get me started on the new Little House on the Prairie denim dresses we have to wear because they hire managers that aren’t even strong enough to coach to a dress code. How can you run a store if you can’t even tell someone what they’re wearing inappropriate? Instead now we look like a bunch of little followers of the cult everyone already says it is. As long as we say we “stand out for good” at every opportunity it must mean it’s true right? To know who else brainwashed people into thinking bad things are good for them? CULT LEADERS.

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Altar'd State Response
4mo
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts and concerns. We will share your feedback with the appropriate teams. If you would like to discuss in further detail, please reach out to peopledevelopment@altardstate.com.
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