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)); "Flexible hours and 20% discount" ((in 7 reviews)); "The work environment was great (including the co" ((in 6 reviews)); "Good benefits and time off" ((in 6 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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Kowalski's Markets reviews

Pretty Cool - Anonymous employee Kowalski's Markets Employee Review

3.0

Apr 25, 2016

Anonymous employee

Former employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Free food at the end of play

Cons

Bad hours and a lack of progression

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5.0

Oct 15, 2025

Barista

Former employee, less than 1 year

Eagan, MN

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Discount is good Nice staff

Cons

Pay is ok, hiring process was strange

3.0

Jun 9, 2026

Anonymous employee

Current employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Decent atmosphere and coworkers are fine

Cons

Pass the buck environment stinks

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Jobs at Kowalski's Markets

65 jobs in United States

Front-End Cashier - Lyndale

Front-End Cashier - Parkview

Front-End Cashier - Hennepin

Front-End Cashier - Grand Avenue

Bakery Associate - Grand

Kowalski's Markets reviews FAQs

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.
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.
The top reviewed jobs include
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) .
Users say... "coworkers nice, good to have union job" "Flexible scheduling and no prior experience needed" "Flexible hours and 20% discount" "The work environment was great (including the co" "Good benefits and time off"
Users say... "Management also claimed the didn't tolerate poor customer behavior." "Different managers tell you different things and you don't know who you should listen to."

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Jobs at Kowalski's Markets

65 jobs in United States

Front-End Cashier - Lyndale

Front-End Cashier - Parkview

Front-End Cashier - Hennepin

Front-End Cashier - Grand Avenue

Bakery Associate - Grand

Kowalski's Markets reviews FAQs

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.
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.
The top reviewed jobs include
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) .
Users say... "coworkers nice, good to have union job" "Flexible scheduling and no prior experience needed" "Flexible hours and 20% discount" "The work environment was great (including the co" "Good benefits and time off"
Users say... "Management also claimed the didn't tolerate poor customer behavior." "Different managers tell you different things and you don't know who you should listen to."

Glassdoor

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