Does Shaw's pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Shaw's employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.1 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Shaw's. This rating has improved by 9% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Shaw's?

46% of Shaw's employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Shaw's 3.0 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.0 for culture and values and 3.1 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Shaw's?

Cashier (140) , Grocery Clerk (64) , Customer Service Representative (63) , Deli Clerk (61) , Produce Clerk (45) , Sales Associate/Cashier (33) , Front End Cashier (26) , Customer Service Representative (CSR) (25) , Associate (13) , Bakery Clerk (12) , Sales Associate (11) , Checkout Cashier (9) , Grocery Stocker (9) , Bookkeeper (8) , Evening Manager (8)

What are the pros of working at Shaw's according to real employee reviews?

"flexible hours and easy to take days off" ((in 86 reviews)); "Great people to work with" ((in 74 reviews)); "Coworkers are friendly." ((in 52 reviews)); "However mostly union so the benefits are good if you do stick around" ((in 36 reviews)); "Flexible schedules (if part" ((in 36 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Shaw's according to real employee reviews?

"The pay is low and your experience might vary depending on your manager." ((in 109 reviews)); "Management was poor and didn't seem to care about their employees" ((in 86 reviews)); "Incompetent managers" ((in 42 reviews)); "Awful upper management, absurd and inefficient initiatives from corporate" ((in 23 reviews)); "No training AT ALL" ((in 12 reviews))

What are employees saying about Shaw's layoffs in 2026?

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

What are the top reviewed Shaw's locations?

Boston , Worcester , Nashua , Methuen , Ashland , Concord , Colchester , Londonderry , Franklin , Wakefield , Wareham , North Attleboro , Plaistow , Merrimack , Groton , Peabody , Plymouth , Bangor , Brunswick , Wells , Burlington , Derry , Peterborough , Braintree , Brockton , Stow , Waltham , Mansfield , Lewiston , Portland

Shaw's reviews

3.3

46% would recommend to a friend

(1,165 total reviews)

Susan Morris

47% approve of CEO

33% positive business outlook

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Shaw's has an employee rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars, based on 1,165 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Shaw's employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Retail & Wholesale industry (3.5 stars).

Reviews by job title

1K reviews

4.0

Sep 13, 2008

Shaw's is a good option for those looking for entry level part time work.

Cashier

Recommend

CEO approval

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Pros

Pay was fairly well above average for entry level part time employment (Started at $8.75 as cashier) Most managers encountered were pleasant and courteous, as well as flexible for scheduling around school commitments.

Cons

Most positions are relatively low skill/low pay, but that is true of the entire industry.

4.0

Mar 28, 2009

I have no idea to be honest

Night crew stocker

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Flexible schedule, oppertunity for advancement, lots of ways to get promoted to several positions, the pay is ok, cute girls to look at all the time, cute customers to look at, you know, you can like get a lot of datess working at a place like this although the location of the store wasn't great but comon' what do you expect when you are working this side of town? Another thing I liked is where the store was located because i could just hop the train, turn on my laptop and head off to work. That was pretty sweet you know!

Cons

You might have to work nights and weekends

4.0

Dec 13, 2008

Good company to work for.

Deli clerk

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good management team, benefits, and willing to work with you if you need time off or extra hours. Provides time and a half for Sundays. Offers paid time off.

Cons

No set hours, work holidays, as well as using your built up topps time to pay for you"time and a half" on holidays. Really you're just selling back your vacation time. No employee discount.

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