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 5% 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, 3.1 for culture and values and 2.4 for career opportunities.

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

Sales Associate (91) , 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 65 reviews)); "Coworkers are great and you get 30% off the store" ((in 45 reviews)); "Flexible hours and pretty easy job." ((in 37 reviews)); "My location currently provides good opportunities and ample working hours." ((in 14 reviews)); "Free health insurance for full timers." ((in 11 reviews))

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

"Management is poor." ((in 57 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 13 reviews)); "No training short staffed more f3" ((in 10 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

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Ocean State Job Lot reviews

2.9

38% would recommend to a friend

(934 total reviews)

Marc Perlman

35% approve of CEO

36% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.4

Diversity & inclusion

3.1

Culture & values

2.9

Work/Life balance

2.9

Compensation and benefits

2.5

Senior management

2.4

Career opportunities

Ocean State Job Lot has an employee rating of 2.9 out of 5 stars, based on 934 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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934 reviews

1.0

Oct 4, 2022

don't work here

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

flexible hours, 30% discount I guess

Cons

passive aggressive management, 10 min breaks etc

Ocean State Job Lot Response

Thank you for your feedback. We offer both lunches and breaks to associates that vary based on the length of shift. We encourage associates that have concerns with their leaders to call their HR Business Partner or District Team Leader. Understanding the region and district where you work would allow us an opportunity to address your concerns. We would like an opportunity to learn more about your experience. Please contact Ed Kruger, Human Resources Business Partner, at e.kruger@OSJL.com

1.0

Aug 8, 2022

No loyalty

Sales associate

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Employee discount to buy junk

Cons

Low pay, poor store management, overall poor loyalty to employees.

Ocean State Job Lot Response

Thank you for your feedback on your experience with us. We strive to create a positive experience for all of our leaders and associates, and we are disappointed that your experience was inconsistent with our culture and values. Understanding the region and district where you work would allow us an opportunity to address your concerns. 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

Jul 28, 2022

Hirrible

Supervisor

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

They have a bathroom, other than that nothing.

Cons

All aspects of the store.

Ocean State Job Lot Response

Thank you for your feedback on your experience with us. We are sorry we didn't have a chance to discuss these issues before you left us. We strive to create a positive experience for all of our leaders and associates, and we are disappointed that your experience was inconsistent with our culture and values. We would like the opportunity to discuss your experience further, please contact Ed Kruger, Human Resources Business Partner, at e.kruger@OSJL.com

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Jobs at Ocean State Job Lot

Temporary Seasonal Retail Store Associate - Part Time - Shifts starting at 2pm to close, must be available on Saturday and Sundays

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