American Apparel Reviews

Pros

Chill co-workers and managers (which is rare)
50% off discount for all clothing
2 seasonal clothing allowances
Little responsibility and workload except for competing with other SAs for personal Dollar per Hour sales quota

Cons

SAs and Cashiers steal sales
Little room for growth, though it is very often that a SA gets promoted to a keyholder, but job functions remain similarly mundane

Pros

Really fun for sales associates, there isn't too much responsibility. Just sell well and follow cleaning tasks
Managers usually grant you time off if needed
Lots of room to grow within company if you are a self starter
50% discount
Aesthetic of the store is fun

Cons

Not very fun to be in a position with a lot of responsibility (Key Holder, Manager)
Everything you do is scrutinized
You are never doing enough of a good job, even when trying your best
Get reprimanded for not beating your daily goal
Lots of employee gossip
Whoever is at the register will probably steal your sale while at the register, crediting themselves

Advice to Senior Management

Give some respect to the people under you, and give them a pat on the back once in a while.

Pros

The company is full of young people, which makes it a good entry level job. The stores have a general upbeat vibe and it is easy to make friends. Employees generally have things in common with one another.

Cons

I was never individually recognised for a job well done. Management was fairly incompetent. I didn't feel as though my job opened any doors; they also do not care about retaining employees so they generally wait as long as possible before they raise pay/give promotions.

Advice to Senior Management

Offer positive feedback to employees. Do not punish them for socialising, for this contributes to the "friendliness" of the store. Customers will feel comfortable in an environment where employees are happy and social. Listen to employee suggestions.

Pros

Allowances
Bonuses
Clothing giveaways
Employee discount & benefits

Cons

Pay could be A LOT better in comparison
Some stores a immature in their work ethic
No PTO or vacation days

Advice to Senior Management

Pretty good. Better organization but pretty good.

Pros

Subsidized meal and bus tickets.
Listen to headphones while working.

Cons

Total lack of organizational structure.
Management with lack of experience and communicable skills.
Little interaction between the entry-level and retail employees.
Environment is fast paced and high-stressed.
Raises are few and far between.
Warehouse location very dusty.
Tensions agmonst employees.
Total favoritism.
Many employees are downright rude.
H.R. is rarely present when needed.
Lack of proper communication between supervisors and employees.

Advice to Senior Management

Review employees and supervisiors. Hire employees with motivation annd skills and Promote supervisiors with merit and experience. Revamping the company's structure may be necessary.

Pros

met a few friends, nice environment to work in, very few hassle from customers and quite a cool place to work and hang out

Cons

need to work hard, have to be organised and low wage, hardly any disounts and the occasional bother from a customer.

Pros

Great location
Great wages
Great people that work there
Nice
Loyal

Cons

Not enough coverage
The Head to toe in American apparel

Advice to Senior Management

Work on scheduling

Pros

good enviorment
good clothes, employees were nice

Cons

picky about appearence. hard to get a promotion

Advice to Senior Management

Stop making a big deal about small things like nails or makeup.

Pros

Fun environment
Nice people
Diverse
Progressive
Creative atmosphere
Downtown la (great location )
Great company vision
International locations
Opportunity for growth

Cons

Trained to do one task very well so it can get unchallenging , tedious and boring after
A while. Expectations are not clearly stated by managers and supervisors. Many employees do not
Take their jobs seriously or care about their work.

Advice to Senior Management

Clearly state expectations and do not contradict yourself. Hire more qualified, passionate
Individuals who will care about their job and make a fair effort

Pros

experience with inventory, computor programs, fun place to work

Cons

not strong management or communication, no automatic raises (every 6 months)

Advice to Senior Management

better communication