Does Kowalski's Markets pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Kowalski's Markets employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.1 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Kowalski's Markets. This rating has decreased by 5% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Kowalski's Markets?

66% of Kowalski's Markets employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Kowalski's Markets 3.8 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.7 for culture and values and 3.2 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Kowalski's Markets?

Cashier (22) , Deli Clerk (11) , Deli Associate (7) , Manager On Duty (5) , Baker (4) , Front End Cashier (4) , Barista (3) , Front End Supervisor (3) , Produce Associate (3) , Sales Associate/Cashier (3) , Starbucks-Barista (3) , Cheese Specialist (2) , Courtesy Clerk/Bagger (2) , Deli Supervisor (2)

What are the pros of working at Kowalski's Markets according to real employee reviews?

"coworkers nice, good to have union job" ((in 15 reviews)); "Flexible scheduling and no prior experience needed" ((in 9 reviews)); "The work environment was great (including the co" ((in 7 reviews)); "Good benefits and atmosphere e" ((in 7 reviews)); "Flexible hours and 20% discount" ((in 7 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Kowalski's Markets according to real employee reviews?

"Management also claimed the didn't tolerate poor customer behavior." ((in 9 reviews)); "Different managers tell you different things and you don't know who you should listen to." ((in 3 reviews))

What are the top reviewed Kowalski's Markets locations?

Minneapolis , Saint Paul , Woodbury , Excelsior , Eden Prairie , Eagan , Shoreview , Stillwater , Edina , Oak Park Heights , White Bear Lake , Minnetonka , Oak Park Heights

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5.0

Oct 15, 2025

Barista

Recommend

CEO approval

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Pros

Discount is good Nice staff

Cons

Pay is ok, hiring process was strange

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5.0

Jul 17, 2025

Starbucks-barista

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Customers are great, Company cares about their employees. Good pay and benefits. Free shift drinks as well. Great training.

Cons

Long training process but needed.

3.0

Jun 9, 2026

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Decent atmosphere and coworkers are fine

Cons

Pass the buck environment stinks

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Starbucks Barista - Shoreview

Starbucks Barista - Afternoon/Closers - OPH

Oak Park Heights, Washington, MN

$14 - $19 /hr

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Starbucks Barista - White Bear Lake

Starbucks Barista - Opening 5:30 AM - 5:30 PM Shift OPH

Oak Park Heights, Washington, MN

$14 - $19 /hr

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