Does Ben E. Keith pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Ben E. Keith employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.5 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Ben E. Keith. This rating has decreased by 8% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Ben E. Keith?

64% of Ben E. Keith employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Ben E. Keith 3.7 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.5 for culture and values and 3.3 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Ben E. Keith?

Sales Representative (23) , Driver (13) , Shuttle Driver (11) , Truck Driver (11) , Order Selector (9) , District Sales Representative (8) , Purchasing Manager (8) , Merchandiser (7) , Class A Truck Driver (6) , Forklift Operator (5) , Intern (5) , Sales Associate (5) , Store Stocker (5) , Credit Analyst (4) , Driver Helper (4)

What are the pros of working at Ben E. Keith according to real employee reviews?

"Good pay and don’t need a gym membership" ((in 39 reviews)); "Benefits were good the have best insurance" ((in 25 reviews)); "Great people there loved the environment" ((in 21 reviews)); "Culture and pay are great" ((in 14 reviews)); "Money is good but you have to kill yourself to make good money here" ((in 9 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Ben E. Keith according to real employee reviews?

"Long hours but still get help to get the job done" ((in 25 reviews)); "Management is poor, days are long, job will wreck your body, and they treat you like a number." ((in 17 reviews)); "Upper management from Corporate needs to engage more in what the DCs are doing and hold leadership more accountable." ((in 6 reviews)); "Employees do all of the work while managers do nothing." ((in 5 reviews)); "Long, long hours and low pay for breaking your back." ((in 5 reviews))

What are employees saying about Ben E. Keith layoffs in 2026?

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

What are the top reviewed Ben E. Keith locations?

Fort Worth , Dallas , Oklahoma City , Houston , Edmond , San Antonio , Little Rock , Amarillo , Austin , Frisco , Missouri City , North Little Rock , Tulsa , Commerce , Tyler , Selma , Llano , Denton , Wichita , Elba , Albuquerque , Linwood , Plano , Shreveport , Gainesville , Dallas-Fort Worth , Birmingham , Jemison , Saint Louis , Allen

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Ben E. Keith

Ben E. Keith reviews

3.5

64% would recommend to a friend

(342 total reviews)

John Hallam

68% approve of CEO

66% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.7

Work/Life balance

3.5

Culture & values

3.5

Diversity & inclusion

3.5

Compensation and benefits

3.3

Career opportunities

3.2

Senior management

Ben E. Keith has an employee rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, based on 342 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Ben E. Keith employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Retail & Wholesale industry (3.5 stars).

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Reviews by job title

342 reviews

5.0

Aug 25, 2025

A Supportive Culture, Meaningful Work, and Room to Grow

Communications lead

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Working at this company has been one of the most rewarding experiences. Leadership genuinely cares about employee well-being and professional development, and that shows in both the day-to-day culture and long-term opportunities. The team is collaborative, transparent, and driven by a shared purpose, which makes even the most challenging projects feel meaningful. Management is approachable, and ideas are welcomed regardless of your title or tenure. The company also offers competitive compensation, great benefits, and a healthy work-life balance that’s actively encouraged.

Cons

Like any fast-growing organization, there can be occasional growing pains and shifting priorities. However, leadership is open about changes and actively seeks feedback to improve internal processes.

Ben E. Keith Response

10mo

Thank you for taking the time to leave a meaningful review! We are happy to have you as part of the BEK family!

1.0

Aug 20, 2025

Trash company

Inside sales representative

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Air conditioning in the office.

Cons

Kimberly,low pay,no opportunities for advancement, obvious selective favoritism by management,no work life balance.

Ben E. Keith Response

10mo

Thank you for sharing your feedback—while we're sorry to hear about your experience, we value your input and take concerns seriously.

3.0

Aug 8, 2025

ben e keith

Sales associate

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

location, socialization, fast paced environment.

Cons

Four o'clock rule for salaried employees

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Jobs at Ben E. Keith

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