Does Spectrum Retirement pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Spectrum Retirement employees rate their compensation and benefits as 2.6 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Spectrum Retirement. This rating has decreased by 5% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Spectrum Retirement?

28% of Spectrum Retirement employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Spectrum Retirement 2.6 out of 5 for work life balance, 2.3 for culture and values and 2.2 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Spectrum Retirement?

Concierge (20) , Server (19) , Executive Director (8) , Sales Director (8) , Business Office Manager (5) , Resident Assistant (5) , Sales (5) , Accountant (4) , Director (4) , Director of Community Relations (4) , Sales Representative (4) , Certified Nursing Assistant CNA (3) , Community Relations Coordinator (3) , DIRECTOR of FUN (3) , Director of Dining Services (3)

What are the pros of working at Spectrum Retirement according to real employee reviews?

"Great people to work with" ((in 14 reviews)); "great residents and staff." ((in 11 reviews)); "Great Team Members and Residents!" ((in 9 reviews)); "Free meals during day and evening" ((in 7 reviews)); "The salary, incentives, benefits are aligned perfectly." ((in 5 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Spectrum Retirement according to real employee reviews?

"All about the bottom line and low pay." ((in 16 reviews)); "There’s no work life balance." ((in 6 reviews)); "Leadership is grossly detached from reality and does not trust the people on the ground in the community." ((in 6 reviews)); "Upper management is horrible." ((in 5 reviews)); "The executive director is hypocritical and doesn’t care about the employees or the residents one bit." ((in 4 reviews))

What are employees saying about Spectrum Retirement layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Spectrum Retirement layoffs and their outlook for job security at Spectrum Retirement in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Spectrum Retirement locations?

Denver , Saint Louis , Cary , Chandler , Albuquerque , Eugene , Lake Zurich , Fishers , Parker , Fort Collins , Westlake , Columbus , Hilliard , Lakeway , Streamwood , Valley Park , Washington , Phoenix , Indianapolis , Burr Ridge , Anthem , Chicago , Libertyville , Gilbert , Austin , Round Rock , Powell , Aurora , Creve Coeur , Ellisville

Spectrum Retirement reviews

2.3

28% would recommend to a friend

(301 total reviews)

John Sevo and Jeff Kraus

28% approve of CEO

25% positive business outlook

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Ratings trend for the last 6 months (301 reviews)

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Spectrum Retirement has an employee rating of 2.3 out of 5 stars, based on 301 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an average working experience there. The Spectrum Retirement employee rating is 33% below average for employers within the Healthcare industry (3.4 stars).

Reviews by job title

301 reviews

5.0

Aug 13, 2014

Cedar Lake Assisted Living and Memory Care at it's finest!

Anonymous employee

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Pros

I have worked a very long time in my life and coming to work at Cedar Lake was the best decision I have made in a very long time. The indepth training that is provided to each and every employee shows just how important each one is to the company. It's refreshing to know that this company truly cares about each other and the teamwork that is shown shines through with the success of the business. The residents are cared for and are happy. The employees smile and are happy to be at work. Together its a winning situation for both employee and resident! So happy to be a part of such a wonderful crowd! I'm sure Cedar Lake will continue to be a very successful!

Cons

There are no cons that come to mind. We are running like a well oiled machine each and everyday!

5.0

Aug 13, 2014

What a great place to work for!

Anonymous employee

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Pros

Brand new community in Lake Zurich, IL. Management cares about the team members, open communication with the team. We treat the residents really well. We are staffed enough. The company seems to listen and care about things that we need. Its nice to get a meal while you are working and not have to pay for it. I like the uniforms.

Cons

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1.0

Aug 7, 2014

Terrible Company to work for!

Cook

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Pros

Great group of people on staff. Sadly, They are all worked liked dogs and not appreciated by the directors, nor the residents.

Cons

Hugely Understaffed in every department. Working in the kitchen, I was left alone to provide meals for all residents and the staff after only one week of working there And I was expected to do the job of dish washer as well as line cook and prep cook. I was required to wash the shift dishes, Break down the serving line, Sweep, mop, scrub the walls, stoves, oven and grills after providing the meals for staff and the residents. They alotted me 1 hour to accomplish this and they would absolutely not pay for any time afterward. My Director had the nerve to call me a screw up, and a baby when I told him I was no longer going to work there. They will work you like a dog, pay you at an unlivable hourly wage, and then insult you when you refuse to be abused any further. Do not bother with this company.

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