Does Ocean State Job Lot pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Ocean State Job Lot employees rate their compensation and benefits as 2.9 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Ocean State Job Lot. This rating has decreased by 3% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Ocean State Job Lot?

38% of Ocean State Job Lot employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Ocean State Job Lot 2.9 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.0 for culture and values and 2.5 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Ocean State Job Lot?

Sales Associate (90) , Front End Supervisor (65) , Department Head (30) , Store Team Leader (29) , Sales Associate/Cashier (27) , Store Manager (26) , Area Supervisor (23) , Cashier (22) , Area Team Leader (18) , Assistant Manager (18) , Field Merchandiser (17) , Operations Supervisor (15) , Retail Sales Associate (12) , Manager (9) , Stock Associate (9)

What are the pros of working at Ocean State Job Lot according to real employee reviews?

"great benefits and always new jobs being offered to existing associates" ((in 61 reviews)); "Coworkers are great and you get 30% off the store" ((in 46 reviews)); "Flexible hours and pretty easy job." ((in 39 reviews)); "We are rapidly expanding and the opportunities are endless with this terrific organization." ((in 14 reviews)); "Work life balance was good" ((in 12 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Ocean State Job Lot according to real employee reviews?

"Management is poor." ((in 58 reviews)); "conflicting instructions from different managers." ((in 33 reviews)); "Bloated upper management that seems to exists solely to usurp direction from other upper management" ((in 16 reviews)); "They give very small raises." ((in 16 reviews)); "No training short staffed more f3" ((in 11 reviews))

What are employees saying about Ocean State Job Lot layoffs in 2026?

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

What are the top reviewed Ocean State Job Lot locations?

North Kingstown , Boston , Providence , Warwick , Salem , South Plainfield , Ballston Spa , Clifton Park , New York , Manchester , Berlin , Valatie , Centereach , Poughkeepsie , Concord , Bristol , Cranston , Woonsocket , Medway , Wareham , Weymouth , Southwick , East Northport , North Babylon , Bennington , Rochester , Hooksett , Milford , Bloomfield , Hartford

Ocean State Job Lot reviews

2.9

38% would recommend to a friend

(932 total reviews)

Marc Perlman

34% approve of CEO

35% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.4

Diversity & inclusion

3.0

Culture & values

2.9

Work/Life balance

2.9

Compensation and benefits

2.5

Senior management

2.5

Career opportunities

Ocean State Job Lot has an employee rating of 2.9 out of 5 stars, based on 932 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an average working experience there. The Ocean State Job Lot employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Retail & Wholesale industry (3.4 stars).

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Reviews by job title

932 reviews

4.0

Jul 24, 2016

Seasonal department head

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great values and employee emphasis for deserving candidates. My management team has been great at giving me the resources to advance. (Went from F3 to department head and hopefully further) I love working there, everyday is new and challenging, albeit changing merchandise for upcoming holidays, to helping customers with the T.R.E.A.T program that has lead me to receive the customer service of the quarter for Jerry Ballard's district and the positive reinforcement has been a motivation tool to work for the culture of the company and develop new associates to achieve the mission of the company.

Cons

The 32 point system can allow for underdeveloped, nonessential and unwilling to take to the culture a negative impact that can affect the productivity of other employees. Not everyone loves their job (due to the relatively small increments in pay) or lack of the need to work. Many young, disposable employees that come and go. Can waste up to three days training a new hire to just quit because 5am is too early to come in to work.

Ocean State Job Lot Response

9y

That is great to hear. We are committed to giving all associates the tools to grow their career. We believe that with he launch of YOUniversity late this summer that even more tools we be at your finger tips. Thanks for the feedback.

3.0

Jun 25, 2016

Working at OSJL

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

It is located in a nice area. Coworkers were generally kind and helpful. There is always something to do. Good job for first time workers.

Cons

They give very small raises. You will not make a whole lot of money working here.

Ocean State Job Lot Response

9y

Thank you for your feedback. As the CHRO, I take all feedback seriously. Ensuring our associates are compensated for the work is one of them. As a leadership team, we are always looking at ways to award our associates. Thank you.

2.0

Jun 22, 2016

Not the worst but not the best either

Area supervisor

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Employee discount on already cheap items.

Cons

Schedule was horrible. Would close at 1030pm and have to return at 5am. Corporate and upper management want complete control over your life both in and out of work. Points system is unfair and doesn't take into account the times you have to stay late, cover a shift or anything g positive.

Ocean State Job Lot Response

10y

Thank you for the feedback. We take all feedback seriously. If you have time to please contact me directly. As the CHRO for Ocean State Job Lot, I am committed to all Associates. 401-295-2672

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