Is Sysco a good company to work for?

Sysco has an overall rating of 3.3 out of 5, based on over 5,347 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has increased by 2% over the last 12 months. 56% of employees would recommend working at Sysco to a friend and 52% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about Sysco have been left by employees working as Outbound Selector , District Sales Manager and Project Manager .

Does Sysco pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Sysco employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.4 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Sysco. This rating has been stable over the past 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Sysco?

56% of Sysco employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Sysco 2.8 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.1 for culture and values and 3.3 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Sysco?

Marketing Associate (395) , Sales Consultant (283) , Order Selector (212) , Sales Associate (111) , Truck Driver (106) , Sales Representative (92) , Sales (73) , Class A Truck Driver (70) , Marketing Associate (Sales Representative ) (57) , Driver (54) , Warehouse Order Selector (53) , Account Executive (51) , District Sales Manager (43) , Manager (41) , Warehouse Worker (40)

What are the pros of working at Sysco according to real employee reviews?

"Good pay which is higher than 21 for experienced pickers 27.61 is the base for experienced pickers" ((in 546 reviews)); "Good benefits and 401k." ((in 519 reviews)); "There are a lot of really great people working hard everyday to do the right thing." ((in 238 reviews)); "Good money for warehouse ..always overtime ..stable job..benifits package pretty good as well.." ((in 119 reviews)); "Good training and products to sell" ((in 90 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Sysco according to real employee reviews?

"Poor management extremely long hour its paid slave work be ready to work 6 days a week" ((in 257 reviews)); "The hours are long (endless really) and finding work/life balance is a daily struggle." ((in 214 reviews)); "No work life balance since you're so exhausted you can't do anything on the weekends and have no time when you get off work." ((in 191 reviews)); "Terrible upper management." ((in 84 reviews)); "loads are poor, routing is bad, managers don't care to fix problems" ((in 61 reviews))

What are employees saying about Sysco layoffs in 2026?

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

What are the top reviewed Sysco locations?

Houston , Atlanta , Denver , Cypress , Chicago , Los Angeles , Dallas , Grand Rapids , Cleveland , Fremont , Baltimore , Knoxville , Austin , Nashville , Jacksonville , New York , Miami , Memphis , San Francisco , Columbia , Detroit , Olathe , Sacramento , Canton , Lincoln , Walnut , Portland , Philadelphia , Ocoee , Medley

Sysco reviews

3.3

56% would recommend to a friend

(5,015 total reviews)

Kevin Hourican

57% approve of CEO

52% positive business outlook

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Sysco has an employee rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars, based on 5,015 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Sysco 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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5K reviews

2.0

May 10, 2025

No life

Warehouse manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Warehouse work. People interaction atmosphere

Cons

Too many hours no life work balance

4.0

May 9, 2025

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Driver

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Pays great Great benefits Flexible scheduling once you get your foot in the door

Cons

Tough work enviornment Injury risk Busy schedule leaves not a lot of personal time

5.0

May 7, 2025

Working at Sysco Foods as a warehouse associate has been a solid experience.

Warehouse associate

Recommend

CEO approval

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Pros

Competitive Pay & Benefits – Sysco offers a strong compensation package, including health benefits, retirement plans, and employee discounts. - Job Stability – As a major player in the food distribution industry, Sysco provides reliable job security. - Opportunities for Growth – There are chances to advance within the company, whether through promotions or skill development programs. - Team Atmosphere – The warehouse teams work together well, and management generally supports employees in their daily operations.

Cons

- Unequal Opportunities – Employees who are not favored may find it harder to get promotions, better shifts, or special assignments, regardless of their work ethic or skills. - Low Morale – When some workers receive preferential treatment, others may feel undervalued, leading to frustration and decreased motivation. - Lack of Fair Recognition – Hardworking employees might not receive the credit they deserve, while others benefit from personal relationships rather than merit. - Team Disruptions – Favoritism can create divisions among workers, leading to tension and reduced collaboration within warehouse teams. - Reduced Productivity – Employees who feel overlooked may put in less effort, knowing that their contributions may not be acknowledged equally.

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