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 64 reviews)); "Coworkers are great and you get 30% off the store" ((in 48 reviews)); "Good people to work with" ((in 43 reviews)); "Flexible hours and pretty easy job." ((in 37 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 34 reviews)); "Deceptive " 2 potential monetary raises per year" =virtually no one gets merit raises and raises of 5" ((in 16 reviews)); "Bloated upper management that seems to exists solely to usurp direction from other upper management" ((in 15 reviews)); "Short breaks, stressful as short handed." ((in 13 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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Ratings trend for the last 6 months (932 reviews)

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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

1.0

May 31, 2023

Panhandling will pay you more

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

None. NOPE. STAY. FAR. AWAY.

Cons

Everything. Work. Some. Where. Else.

Ocean State Job Lot Response

3y

Thank you for your feedback. We continually research markets to ensure we are paying competitively for each of the positions in our stores. We also have a merit based compensation strategy that rewards strong performance. Please contact Ed Kruger, Human Resources Business Partner, at e.kruger@OSJL.com, so that we can learn more about your specific experience.

1.0

Nov 29, 2022

terrible management

Backroom associate

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Not many pros over similar jobs

Cons

Everyday you were expected to work multiple tasks such as getting carts, doing returns, stocking and making shelves, backroom, rugs, cash register, helping customers its too much constant running around to cover the whole stores needs.

Ocean State Job Lot Response

3y

Thank you for your feedback on your experience with us. Over the past two years we have added additional key positions to better serve our customers and support the wide array of responsibilities within our stores. As we evolve, we will continue to identify ideas to improve our associate’s experience. This month, we are launching a new platform for all associates to share ideas to improve our processes and associate experience. We would like the opportunity to discuss your experience further, please contact Ed Kruger, Human Resources Business Partner, at e.kruger@OSJL.com

1.0

Nov 27, 2022

Not a good place to work

Area supervisor

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

no pros come to mind

Cons

Company does not pay overtime. Does not pay holiday pay. Does not take care of it's associates. They promise bonuses that you don't get. No one is held accountable. Associates are disrespectful to customers and each other. They claim to promote within, but do not. Confusing merchandising direction from the company for both associates and customers. If you work for them, keep meticulous track of your hours or you will not get paid appropriately. (if at all) Extremely high turnover rate. I would give them less than one star if it was possible.

Ocean State Job Lot Response

3y

Thank you for your feedback. We do pay holiday pay to our associates . Please contact Ed Kruger, Human Resources Business Partner, at e.kruger@OSJL.com.so so that we can support you and explain our Holiday pay policy.

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