Typical retail setting that poorly compensates employees. - Anonymous employee Kohl's Employee Review

3.0
Feb 2, 2012
Anonymous employee
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Pros

The Mantu, NJ Kohls provides a great atmosphere where employees are NOT micromanaged. Management is fair and associates are treated well. Promotions can come quickly if you are a dedicated, hard working employee. The employee discount is an added bonus.

Cons

Their hours of operation do not provide for a favorable work-life balance. Compensation is poor and not competitve with other retail settings. Associates are given yearly raises of 2%-3%, although you will NEVER be given a merit raise no matter how hard you work. Basically you are left feeling unappreciated and overworked.

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