Ultimately, just another typical retail environment... - Anonymous employee Cabela's Employee Review

3.0
Jun 24, 2011
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Cabela's is a great environment for outdoor enthusiasts like hunters, fishermen, and those who enjoy shooting sports. The "uniform" is relaxed, with jeans as acceptable attire, along with an issued khaki Cabela's shirt. Cabela's has opportunities for hourly employees to earn income in addition to their hourly wages through selling their VISA club membership, Extreme Protection Plans, and a small percentage commission on sales done via kiosk for items that are not currently in stock. I have never seen this degree of opportunity to earn more at any other retailer.

Cons

When sales are down, hours get cut, but the workload stays the same and/or increases. Part-timers suffer first, and many end up being cut to 8 hours per week. Customers are upset that service levels are down because the store is under-staffed, so managers constantly get beat up by customers. Managers are also reduced to cashiers and phone-answering service and do not have time to be strategic. That makes for a LONG 50+ hour work week!

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5.0
Apr 16, 2026
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Pros

Excellent work environment, wonderful co-workers, ability to grow with the company and shift departments if desired, and okay pay.

Cons

Pay could be better, tend to work most holidays.

3.0
Jun 25, 2026
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Pros

Great discounts on all products.

Cons

Point System for attendance. Bad Management Bad Moral

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