i enjoyed my time there-if you are looking for a career in the toy industry then i highly suggest it. - Sales Associate Build-A-Bear Employee Review

4.0
Mar 30, 2010
Recommend
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Pros

fun/creative place to work (its a toy store). you can build lasting relationships with coworkers and customers. Overall, I highly suggest it, especially as a high school/college job.

Cons

MUST LOVE KIDS & BE PATIENT WITH THEM (it can be challenging at times) Occasionally you will get the spoiled kid(s) that come in but in my experience they were few and far between. Parties can be a little overwhelming for the "party leader" because it is a lot of kids to manage and a lot of different budgets so you have to be strategic in what you suggest to who but still give all the kids equal time/attention.

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5.0
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Cons

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