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Honest Review On Working In The Chicago Marketing Department - Assistant Art and Marketing Director Restaurant Depot Employee Review

1.0
Sep 14, 2023
Recommend
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Pros

Absolutely nothing valuable other than sometimes you get free snacks. (I am not being dramatic the paint is literally peeling off the walls in this office)

Cons

Starting with this company, it's evident that they don't place much importance on the marketing department. Patricia Snider, the COO, diminishes the department by referring to it as 'support staff,' which can be quite patronizing. The workload can be overwhelming, and you're often expected to go to great lengths to complete even the smallest projects. Upper management doesn't provide much support, likely because they are rarely on-site. In my experience, reporting directly to the COO was less than ideal; she was one of the least effective managers I've encountered. If you seek assistance or guidance on a project, you'll likely encounter an attitude of "this is your problem, not mine." The company's compensation is far from competitive; I was able to double my pay by leaving for a different opportunity. Speaking of leaving, the company experiences a high turnover rate, particularly among buyers, which makes it challenging to see projects through to completion. While you might expect the marketing department to focus on generating sales, it often feels more like pushing product demos to boost the COOs' profits at the expense of vendors. If you value your mental well-being, I strongly advise against accepting any offers from them. Your initial pay rate is likely to remain stagnant throughout your time there, as there's minimal room for career advancement or any real incentives for going the extra mile.

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5.0
Sep 29, 2025
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Pros

Fast and always satisfied with my checkout process.

Cons

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2.0
Jun 27, 2026
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Pros

Around people, customer service, fast paced, motivating team.

Cons

Pay, weekend shifts, and benefits.

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