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a good part time job. i work in the furniture department, so i learned how to sale. the hardest part of the job is adapting to the scheduling. overall the workplace is good.

Assistant Manager in Clarksville, TN

on May 16, 2021

Very good place to work

I have worked at Big Lots for 4 years now and its a very good company to work for. The management are good and most customers are very friendly. Only downfall is corporate backing management

Manager in Corbin, KY

on May 16, 2021

Lots of labor and no help

Not always able to get a lunch or a break then get written up for not taking one. There’s lots of times where you’re the only manager for hours or your whole shift. Lifting the furniture will mark its toll on your body. The associates are good for the most part. Management is never the same. Always new manager in and out of the store. It’s not something that consistent. You’re expected to help other management do their job before finishing/starting your own. You’re expected to tell the DM things are done when they haven’t even been started. Lifting the furniture is the worst part. It will take a toll on your body. Unorganized work environment. Management looks for easy target to throw their loads on. I could go on.

Sales Associate in Dover, DE

on May 15, 2021

Great Place to start off working!

If you are a high school student looking for work, this place is very welcoming! Management is nice. Other workers are always willing to help if you need anything.

Associate in Olympia, WA

on May 15, 2021

retail, but overall good place to work

Met a lot of different people. The other associates make the workplace feel like a family environment. Flexible part-time schedules are a huge plus with big lots.

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