Worse part-time job out there - Bear Builder Build-A-Bear Employee Review

1.0
Aug 9, 2017
Recommend
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Pros

Good discount on bears

Cons

Toxic work environment. Clear boundaries between those who have been there for years and those who have just joined. No socials implemented nor is socialising encouraged. Operate a strict American code of practise, with their hard sales techniques which aren't necessary. Area managers seem to have little to no experience- which makes it frustrating. Pay is poor, they exploit under 18s with their minimum wage- which isn't fair for the stress that comes with the job. Everything takes ages to sort out, waiting months for your P45 is an example. Also, shifts are short, average 4 hours a day. Little scope for growth, managers seem to think its the army with their managerial styles. Pressure comes from top down.

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