Great job security, not so great working conditions - Anonymous employee Publix Employee Review

3.0
Apr 4, 2013
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Friendly work atmosphere, great benefits, job security, always growing and expanding. It is very easy to stay with this company until retirement.

Cons

If you are on the corporate side, it is very hard to move up in the company unless you reside in Florida. The hours and shifts are very tough and always unpredictable. Lack of appreciation from management for your efforts. The pay is average at best.

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Pros

Friendly coworkers, good work environment

Cons

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4.0
Jul 7, 2026
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Pros

Good compensation including not just standard pay, but also end of year bonus 80 hours for hourly associates, 8% of your annual earnings granted to you in free company stock thru which quarterly dividends are paid, ok 401k, and gift card and other associate coupons. Good stability and growth. Good company culture.

Cons

Can be slow and resistant to change. Uses some antiquated systems and software that should have been replaced years ago. Does some things that don't make sense. Some managers can be good, while others not very good. Although these cons may be true for a lot of companies. All roads eventually lead to Lakeland where they are headquartered. Geography can be a big one if you are not a Florida native. If you don't want to live in Florida for some legitimate reasons, there can be limited job options in other states, especially if you aren't interested in retail or warehouse jobs. Standard retail negatives about not having a lot of holidays off.

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