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

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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).

Reviews by job title

932 reviews

5.0

Feb 2, 2017

My Employer of Choice

District manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

A company of strong values and a commitment to give back to our communities. Very good benefit package. An environment that promotes teamwork and inclusiveness. Rapidly growing and advancement opportunities at every level. Some great benefits you don't see in other companies (see below).

Cons

I truly don't have any cons.

Ocean State Job Lot Response

9y

We are very proud of our team and we know that without you, our dedicated associates, we would be just another company. Thank you for sharing and leading!

4.0

Dec 1, 2016

Assistant Manager

Asm- assistant store manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great company to work with, Very organized corporate support system for such an operation, everyone from every level is approachable and friendly as well as willing to help. District Manager is a true professional as well as a source of support and encouragement.

Cons

The workweek for exempt managers is absolutely detrimental to a healthy work/life balance and is a major source of turnover. HIRE BOOKKEEPERS!!!! Managers, especially at closing time, SHOULD NOT be buried in an office in the back occupied with cash handling/ accounting procedure when they are in control of the entire building; they belong on the front end overseeing the closing and seeing the last entries into the building for the well being of the store assets and the associates. Any and all cash out procedures can be done by a trained associate with the guidance and verification of a manager.

Ocean State Job Lot Response

9y

Thanks for the comprehensive feedback along with providing a few viable recommendations. If you would be interested in discussing this further our hope is that you will reach out to the Director of Store Operations.

5.0

Aug 3, 2016

EOC

Administrative

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

OSJL is working tirelessly to become an Employer of Choice. This means having incentives you will not find anywhere else! There are discounts for movie tickets, theme parks, mobile carriers, and dining for the three restaurants owned by Job Lot and more. In the corporate office we have Free Lunch Friday, Associate of the Month (which comes with great rewards) and much more! It is also great to be apart of a company that gives back so much to the community. Although this business is growing everyday, there is still a small business, family-owned feel. The owners are at the office before hours until after hours and are pleasant, friendly, and care about their associates. I am excited to see what more is to come for the company and its associates.

Cons

As the company grows, it requires more associates to assist reach goals that may be unattainable without the proper help.

Ocean State Job Lot Response

9y

Thank you, it's because of all of our associates and their hard work that we are your employer of choice!

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Jobs at Ocean State Job Lot

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Temporary Seasonal Store Associate - Part Time - Shifts needed starting at 3pm to close and must be available on weekends!

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Temporary Seasonal Retail Store Associate - Part Time - Shifts needed (8am-3pm) and/or (2pm-9pm) must be available on Saturday and Sundays!