Disregard the 5 star reviews planted from legal - Sales ezCater Employee Review

1.0
Jul 10, 2024
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Very remote work friendly. Seemed at one point to truly care about its employees.

Cons

We have all seen this story play out before… new CEO. Then hiring for a new csuite revenue position (the CEO’s buddy). Ripping out comp plans, attainment, KPI’s, etc and then proceed yo wonder why the company is hemorrhaging talent, goals are not being hit and your sales team (who is the engine behind these ludacris goals being hit) being wildly unhappy. Which is what is unfolding as we speak. How can a brand new CRO have a single clue as to what’s best for the company when he was barely in his seat for a few weeks before making these decisions? Looking at Ashwin’s work history you can see why he was let go from Lyft. Similar practices as to what is occurring now at ezCater. It’s plain as day. This new csuite is simply looking for a fat payday when they IPO, and will be laughing into the sunset in the faces of all those whose roles Ashwin and Kaushik eliminated. They do not care about their employees if they’ve been here 7 years or 7 months. You are a line item on a spreadsheet… not a human being. DEI initiatives? That’s ezCater simply wanting a stamp saying they support minority owned businesses, when in reality they do nothing to set them up for success. This is top to bottom THE worst handling of a new CEO/Rev org that I have ever seen in 7+ years of SaaS work. If you value yourself as a salesperson/employee… stay away.

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ezCater Response
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I’m sorry you do not support the organizational changes that we have made over the last year. One thing that has not changed is that our people and culture remain a top priority. Additionally, we do not enable or condone any planted Glassdoor reviews. I personally respond to each review, but I have no influence in who chooses to write a review or what the sentiment of the review is. If you would like to discuss your concerns directly, please reach out to me. My best, Diane

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5.0
Jun 26, 2026
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Pros

I really love working at ezCater and having the opportunity to collaborate with so many different departments. One of the things I value most is the people. There is a strong sense of teamwork, support, and shared purpose across the company. I also appreciate the fast-paced culture and the chance to be part of an evolving company that is continuously growing and improving. The remote and hybrid model offers a great work/life blend, and Together Weeks provide meaningful in-person time to connect and strengthen relationships. Despite the recent changes, I trust that management and leadership are guiding us in the right direction and continuing to provide the resources and information we need to succeed. Overall, ezCater is a place where I feel proud to contribute, grow, and collaborate. Work/life blend The people The fast paced culture Being part of an evolving company Remote/hybrid model Together weeks for in person time

Cons

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1.0
Jul 14, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Remote work and the people. I have worked with some of the most talented, compassionate, and customer-focused coworkers of my career. They genuinely care about one another and about delivering an exceptional customer experience. The culture that once existed was something truly special.

Cons

The company has changed dramatically, and not for the better. There have been multiple rounds of layoffs, including a significant reduction in force recently and another round before Thanksgiving. Each time, the remaining employees have been expected to absorb more work with fewer resources. Burnout is widespread, morale is low, and many employees are actively looking for opportunities elsewhere. Leadership often feels disconnected from the day-to-day reality of the people doing the work. Decisions seem to prioritize short-term cost savings over employees, culture, and long-term success. Benefits have also moved in the wrong direction, including substantial reductions to PTO and sick leave, while expectations continue to increase. The saddest part is watching the incredible culture that made ezCater stand out slowly disappear. The company used to value work-life balance, employee well-being, and trust. Today, many employees feel overworked, undervalued, and uncertain about the future. I joined ezCater believing it was one of those rare companies that truly lived its values. Looking back, that promise feels like it has faded. The people are still amazing—they’re the reason many of us stay—but leadership has made it increasingly difficult to see a long-term future here.

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