Does Grocery Outlet pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Grocery Outlet employees rate their compensation and benefits as 2.4 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Grocery Outlet. This rating has decreased by 16% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Grocery Outlet?

42% of Grocery Outlet employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Grocery Outlet 3.1 out of 5 for work life balance, 2.7 for culture and values and 2.6 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Grocery Outlet?

Cashier (144) , Manager (37) , Sales Associate/Cashier (37) , Stocker (17) , Grocery Stocker (16) , Grocery Clerk (15) , Front End Cashier (14) , Produce Clerk (14) , Owner Operator (13) , Store Manager (13) , Department Manager (11) , Courtesy Clerk (10) , Merchandiser (10) , Sales Associate (10) , Buyer (7)

What are the pros of working at Grocery Outlet according to real employee reviews?

"People are nice and funny." ((in 63 reviews)); "Some companies claim to have a great culture but Grocery Outlet really does." ((in 43 reviews)); "Flexible hours works with schooling" ((in 23 reviews)); "Flexible schedule and nice owner" ((in 19 reviews)); "Great Team to work with!" ((in 15 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Grocery Outlet according to real employee reviews?

"Low pay and some bad employees" ((in 78 reviews)); "management is bad about making sure schedules are kept" ((in 53 reviews)); "No benefits with the exception of Christmas time we got 10% off for a week or two" ((in 52 reviews)); "Managers are rude and stressed out and the customers can be stressful to deal with" ((in 19 reviews)); "Short staffed, no call outs, minimum wage is $13" ((in 11 reviews))

What are employees saying about Grocery Outlet layoffs in 2026?

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

What are the top reviewed Grocery Outlet locations?

Emeryville , Sacramento , Seattle , San Jose , Fresno , San Francisco , Portland , Los Angeles , San Diego , Vallejo , Boise , Antioch , Bellingham , Lakeport , Redding , Fremont , Bellevue , Spokane , Medford , Newberg , Reading , Oroville , Huntington Beach , La Mirada , Modesto , Norco , Ontario , Davis , Elk Grove , Placerville

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Grocery Outlet reviews

2.9

42% would recommend to a friend

(855 total reviews)

Jason Potter

33% approve of CEO

39% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.2

Diversity & inclusion

3.1

Work/Life balance

2.7

Culture & values

2.7

Senior management

2.6

Career opportunities

2.4

Compensation and benefits

Grocery Outlet has an employee rating of 2.9 out of 5 stars, based on 855 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an average working experience there. The Grocery Outlet 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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Reviews by job title

855 reviews

4.0

Jun 3, 2022

Nice people, steady work

Cashier

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Nice people, trying their best to help each other.

Cons

Like any grocery job, money can be less than ideal. It is a under appreciated job in the scheme of things.

Grocery Outlet Response

Thank you for sharing your experience as a Cashier. We're glad to hear that you were surrounded by such nice people who are willing to help one another. We pride ourselves in having that "family friendly" feel within our culture. As you know, our stores are independently owned and operated. I would encourage you to reach out to your store’s independent owner to share more about your experience. Best of luck in your career endeavors!

3.0

Jun 2, 2022

Fair company to work for

Retail merchandiser

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Culture and opportunities for growth

Cons

Work life balance is poor

Grocery Outlet Response

Thank you for sharing your experience as a Retail Merchandiser. We're glad to hear that you were able to experience our amazing culture and that you're able to see the opportunities for growth within our organization. We understand there is quite a bit of travel in this role and that it is not for everyone. Thank you for sharing your feedback with us- we will definitely share it with the appropriate parties.

2.0

May 31, 2022

High School Environment

Manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Casual attire and flexible hours

Cons

Owners got mixed up in work place drama, no health benefits, pay not adequate

Grocery Outlet Response

Thank you for sharing your experience as a Manager in Pleasant Hill, CA. We're glad to hear you were able to get flexible hours in your role as we understand how important flexibility at work is in this day and age. As you know, our stores are independently owned and operated. I would encourage you to reach out to your store’s independent owner to share more about your experience. Best of luck in your career endeavors!

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