Big Lots reviews

3.2

41% would recommend to a friend

(1,037 total reviews)

Bruce Thorn

27% approve of CEO

23% positive business outlook

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3.0
Jan 12, 2026

Big lots

Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Salary, benefits, store environment are pros

Cons

No work life balance, heavy lifting

2.0
Dec 17, 2025

bad lol

Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

gained experience in sales and customer service

Cons

overworked, expected to run the whole department by myself, bad management, not great compensation.

3.0
Nov 15, 2025

Good for beginners

Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Easy Flexible Supportive environment Employee discount

Cons

Low pay Poor management Lack of training

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