Does Golden State Foods pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Golden State Foods employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.5 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Golden State Foods. This rating has decreased by 4% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Golden State Foods?

46% of Golden State Foods employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Golden State Foods 2.4 out of 5 for work life balance, 2.9 for culture and values and 2.8 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Golden State Foods?

Machine Operator (14) , Compounder (10) , Production Supervisor (5) , Forklift Operator (4) , Manager (4) , Truck Driver (4) , Warehouse (4) , Warehouse Associate (4) , Customer Service Representative (3) , Information Technology (3) , Order Selector (3) , QA Technician (3) , Sanitation Worker (3) , Technician (3) , Warehouse Order Selector (3)

What are the pros of working at Golden State Foods according to real employee reviews?

"Great environment and pay in my opinion" ((in 44 reviews)); "Benefits are good and somewhat affordable." ((in 30 reviews)); "great people to work with" ((in 20 reviews)); "Most employees are friendly and helpful." ((in 8 reviews)); "Efficient team." ((in 7 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Golden State Foods according to real employee reviews?

"No work / life balance" ((in 24 reviews)); "(2) Poor management" ((in 22 reviews)); "Long hours but getting better." ((in 8 reviews)); "Leadership is a close, personal network of friends outside of work." ((in 7 reviews)); "Too much overtime." ((in 7 reviews))

What are employees saying about Golden State Foods layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Golden State Foods layoffs and their outlook for job security at Golden State Foods in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Golden State Foods locations?

Conyers , Irvine , City of Industry , Burleson , Opelika , Los Angeles , Phoenix , Lexington , Atlanta , Auburn , Whitewater , Covington , McCook , Industry , Garner , Sumner , Miami , Apopka , Oak Brook , Rochester , Plover , Fenton , Charlotte , Fort Worth , California City , La Puente , Fontana , San Jose , Las Vegas , New Orleans

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3.1

46% would recommend to a friend

(280 total reviews)

Brian Dick

51% approve of CEO

50% positive business outlook

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Golden State Foods has an employee rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars, based on 280 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Golden State Foods employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Manufacturing industry (3.5 stars).

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280 reviews

2.0

Feb 27, 2017

Accounting

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good benefits, foundation, weekly paycheck

Cons

Overworked, too much turn over, plays favorites, no work/life balance.

2.0

Feb 15, 2017

Poorly Managed

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good benefits package, Good charity foundation contribution, higher management paid well.

Cons

Poorly managed, advancement based on buddy system rather than skill, under compensation for heavy workload, hostile work environment, unqualified management. High turnover.

1.0

Jan 22, 2017

Lack of leadership

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good pay and decent benefits.

Cons

Zero life outside of work. Miserable atmosphere at work. Lack of trust, integrity and leadership.

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