Does Ventura Foods pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Ventura Foods employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.7 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Ventura Foods. This rating has improved by 3% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Ventura Foods?

52% of Ventura Foods employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Ventura Foods 3.1 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.5 for culture and values and 3.3 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Ventura Foods?

Machine Operator (16) , Production (10) , Production Supervisor (9) , Supervisor (6) , Production Worker (5) , QA Technician (5) , HR Manager (4) , Lab Technician (4) , Maintenance (4) , Maintenance Technician (4) , Manager (4) , Processor (4) , Logistics Coordinator (3) , Maintenance Supervisor (3) , Operator (3)

What are the pros of working at Ventura Foods according to real employee reviews?

"Pay was good but not great" ((in 41 reviews)); "Good people to work with" ((in 35 reviews)); "Good benefits starting day one." ((in 35 reviews)); "Ventura Foods has a great culture!" ((in 9 reviews)); "Salaries are competitive within the industry and the ownership is investing in operations." ((in 5 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Ventura Foods according to real employee reviews?

"Long hours and little family life" ((in 13 reviews)); "poor communication, out of touch upper management, no chance of advancement" ((in 11 reviews)); "No work/life balance for new hires as you WILL be working 7 days a week." ((in 7 reviews)); "upper management will only notice you if you come from a reputable school." ((in 4 reviews)); "Family work environment isn't the best." ((in 4 reviews))

What are employees saying about Ventura Foods layoffs in 2026?

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

What are the top reviewed Ventura Foods locations?

Brea , Chambersburg , Birmingham , Saginaw , Ontario , Saint Joseph , Waukesha , Bremen , Fort Worth , Savannah , Opelousas , Albert Lea , Thornton , Dallas , Irvine , Orange , Visalia , Duluth , Portland , Salem , Atlanta , Port St Lucie , Tarrant City , Gardendale , South Holland , Easton , Brooklyn , New York , Arlington , Columbus

Ventura Foods reviews

3.5

52% would recommend to a friend

(387 total reviews)

Christopher (Chris) Furman

76% approve of CEO

62% positive business outlook

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Ventura Foods has an employee rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, based on 387 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Ventura Foods employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Manufacturing industry (3.5 stars).

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387 reviews

5.0

Feb 9, 2026

Great place to work

Qa manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Positive attitudes Professional Welcoming Good People Structured day to day

Cons

Takes some time to get into the groove and figure out everything that needs to be done. There are a lot of timelines to learn and get in rhythm with.

Ventura Foods Response

5mo

Thank you for sharing your review! It’s wonderful to know that you’re having a great employment experience and that our efforts to create a great workplace are resonating with you. Your feedback is incredibly valuable and motivates us to continue improving. Thanks again for being a part of Building Extraordinary Together!

4.0

Jun 12, 2026

Positive company mindset, but facilities need improvement

Maintenance supervisor

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Day shift, company mindset of constant improvement

Cons

Dirty, financial constraints for upgrades

Ventura Foods Response

1mo

Thank you so much for your review! We appreciate your feedback, as it is important to us and helps guide our ongoing efforts to enhance our workplace. Thank you for being a valuable part of our team and for sharing your feedback. We’re excited about what the future holds and appreciate your role in Building Extraordinary Together!

1.0

May 14, 2026

Great pay and coworkers, but weak leadership issues

Formal employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Compensation was above average compared to similar roles in the industry. Coworkers were friendly, supportive, and willing to help one another. The team environment was collaborative and positive.

Cons

New leadership lacks institutional knowledge and understanding of the business. The company is relying heavily on offshore consultants who also lack sufficient operational knowledge. Leadership appears to favor hiring former coworkers and outside connections instead of promoting qualified internal employees.

Ventura Foods Response

1mo

Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re glad to hear you valued the supportive team environment and competitive compensation. We’re sorry to hear that other aspects of your experience did not meet your expectations. We take your comments seriously as we continue working to improve our workplace. We appreciate your perspective and thank you for your time with us.

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