mixed emotions - Anonymous employee Papa John's Employee Review

3.0
Sep 9, 2015
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

My department has a history of advancement opportunities. Company focus as a whole is to make it feel like family.

Cons

That history of advancement seems to be gone. And middle and upper management seems cut throat. Lots of turnover/forcing people out. New middle management in my department acts like he just came out of military though he never was in it. Fluffs up everything he says like he is writing some complex policy even with simple email communications. He fast tracks new employees with similar degree and lifestyle to his, but neglects seasoned staff. He treats us like our positions aren't worth anything and no one could possibly move up from it.

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Pros

1. Internal Promotions 2. 50% off discount 3. Tips 4. Great Customers

Cons

1. Very Low Pay 2. Corporate Values and Mission are not modeled by store management and leads. 3. Teamwork is rare; staff work for themselves. 4. Dirty cleaning is resisted by staff. 5. Consumer Affairs rates PJ as a 2 out of 5 stars.

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