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 15% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Grocery Outlet?

44% of Grocery Outlet employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Grocery Outlet 3.0 out of 5 for work life balance, 2.8 for culture and values and 2.7 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Grocery Outlet?

Cashier (143) , 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)); "1.) Great culture which extends from the top to the bottom of the organization." ((in 44 reviews)); "Flexible hours were one pro" ((in 26 reviews)); "Flexible Schedules" ((in 17 reviews)); "I have a wonderful team that is supportive and most importantly, FUN!" ((in 13 reviews))

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

"low pay and some bad employees" ((in 75 reviews)); "The management is poor and you get yelled at for things that either aren’t your fault or things you weren’t even trained for." ((in 54 reviews)); "No benefits with the exception of Christmas time we got 10% off for a week or two" ((in 53 reviews)); "Managers are rude and stressed out and the customers can be stressful to deal with" ((in 21 reviews)); "Very little training (only one day)." ((in 9 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

Grocery Outlet reviews

3.0

44% would recommend to a friend

(853 total reviews)

Jason Potter

38% approve of CEO

41% positive business outlook

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Grocery Outlet has an employee rating of 3.0 out of 5 stars, based on 853 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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853 reviews

4.0

Nov 21, 2016

Awesome business

Cashier

Recommend

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Pros

The best reason to work here is the family like atmosphere. The whole staff is like my family, they help me with my personal situations and they are always their for me!!

Cons

I've worked their for a very long time and I still don't get paid what I'm worth. I should be getting a lot more for what I do, been their for 15 years and still get no benefits and barely make over minimum wage.

Grocery Outlet Response

9y

Thank you for your feedback! We are glad you are enjoying your time in one of our Independently Operated stores. I will be sure to let the Operators know of your feedback.

5.0

Nov 16, 2016

Grocery savings in every department!

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

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Pros

I'm not a current employee but if I were, I'm sure helping shoppers save grocery money has to be very gratifying.

Cons

Can't imagine except going to work in the snow. Being late for work or getting sick and can't go to work.

Grocery Outlet Response

9y

Thanks for your support!

4.0

Nov 11, 2016

Great family owned environment

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

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Pros

The owners are an awesome family and the people they hire are really nice. The store is very well kept

Cons

The pay is low You get paid bi-weekly Not enough help in most department

Grocery Outlet Response

9y

Thanks for your post, we are glad you are enjoying your experience in our stores. I will let the independent owners in York, PA know of your feedback.

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