Central Garden & Pet Employee Reviews about "work life balance"
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Tim Cofer
9 Ratings
Pros
"You meet a lot of great people and develop great relationships" (in 14 reviews)
"The company is great for work life balance and generally a positive place to work" (in 10 reviews)
Cons
"upper management not always engaged" (in 9 reviews)
"The work environment is hostile and by that I mean cursing, throwing/grabbing items aggressively and loudly exclaiming about anything wrong being done" (in 7 reviews)
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Reviews about "work life balance"
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"I'm glad I made the move to Central"
- Work/Life Balance★★★★★
- Culture & Values★★★★★
- Career Opportunities★★★★★
- Compensation and Benefits★★★★★
- Senior Management★★★★★
RecommendsI have been working at Central Garden & Pet full-time for less than a year
Pros
I've been at Central for almost 6 months and I'm so glad I made the switch from my last place of employment. The workload is reasonable and good systems are in place so that we can get our jobs done. Great work/life balance. Special events are planned to keep employees informed and engaged. These range from quick 15 minute team building events to a full day "state of the union" meeting.
Cons
The merger of 2 business units still isn't fully assimilated, but I know that's being worked on.
Thank you for the positive review. We are glad you made the switch to Central too!
"Good Company"
- Work/Life Balance★★★★★
- Culture & Values★★★★★
- Career Opportunities★★★★★
- Compensation and Benefits★★★★★
- Senior Management★★★★★
RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at Central Garden & Pet full-time for more than 3 years
Pros
Work independently. Good work/life balance.
Cons
Some long hours. Physical work in the heat
Central Garden & Pet Response
March 15, 2020 – Director of Talent Acquisition
Thank you for taking the time to write a review. We appreciate your feedback.
- Helpful (3)
"Marketing & Sales Manager"
- Work/Life Balance★★★★★
- Culture & Values★★★★★
- Career Opportunities★★★★★
- Compensation and Benefits★★★★★
- Senior Management★★★★★
Doesn't RecommendNegative OutlookNo opinion of CEOI worked at Central Garden & Pet full-time for more than 3 years
Pros
People are easy to talk to. Work life balance (to a degree)
Cons
Not a marketing company No merit increases despite achieving individual goals Lack of support for promotion and moves
Continue readingCentral Garden & Pet Response
October 16, 2019 – Director of Talent Acquisition
As a clarification, all employees are eligible for annual increases based on their performance.
- Helpful (1)
"Good Company - lots of layers"
- Work/Life Balance★★★★★
- Culture & Values★★★★★
- Career Opportunities★★★★★
- Compensation and Benefits★★★★★
- Senior Management★★★★★
RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at Central Garden & Pet full-time for more than 8 years
Pros
Great Hours and work life balance
Cons
company is separated by pet and garden upper management not always engaged lots of work with not a lot of time to complete
Continue readingCentral Garden & Pet Response
September 11, 2019 – Director of Talent Acquisition
Yes, our company is made up of separate Garden and Pet businesses but we are all one team with a focus on doing the right thing.
- Helpful (1)
"Great Work / Life Balance"
- Work/Life Balance★★★★★
- Culture & Values★★★★★
- Career Opportunities★★★★★
- Compensation and Benefits★★★★★
- Senior Management★★★★★
RecommendsPositive OutlookNo opinion of CEOI have been working at Central Garden & Pet full-time for more than 5 years
Pros
The company is great for work life balance and generally a positive place to work.
Cons
No overwhelming Cons. Little things that you find at most companies.
Central Garden & Pet Response
August 21, 2019 – Director of Talent Acquisition
Thanks for the review - we think Central is pretty great too!
- Helpful (2)
"Great Place to Work!"
- Work/Life Balance★★★★★
- Culture & Values★★★★★
- Career Opportunities★★★★★
- Compensation and Benefits★★★★★
- Senior Management★★★★★
RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at Central Garden & Pet full-time for more than 3 years
Pros
Good culture with friendly coworkers/management. Opportunities for lateral and upward career growth. Reasonable work/life balance.
Cons
Can be a lot of travel, depending on team/position.
Central Garden & Pet Response
July 25, 2019 – Director of Talent Acquisition
Thank you for the great review! We are proud of our work environment and the good people that work at Central!
- Helpful (1)
"A very good company working hard to be great!"
- Work/Life Balance★★★★★
- Culture & Values★★★★★
- Career Opportunities★★★★★
- Compensation and Benefits★★★★★
- Senior Management★★★★★
RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at Central Garden & Pet full-time for more than a year
Pros
Work-life balance is very good. Your work hard but are fairly recognized for your efforts. Leadership is very strong and they listen to their teams. There is a lot of autonomy to create your path. Teamwork and collaboration is supported and encouraged.
Cons
No major cons...I don't believe that any place is perfect. As long as CG&P continues to want to be better, the company will continue to thrive.
Continue readingCentral Garden & Pet Response
July 25, 2019 – Director of Talent Acquisition
Thank you for your review and your advice. We are continually working to be better and appreciate your insight.
- Helpful (1)
"Excellent Benefits"
- Work/Life Balance★★★★★
- Culture & Values★★★★★
- Career Opportunities★★★★★
- Compensation and Benefits★★★★★
- Senior Management★★★★★
RecommendsI worked at Central Garden & Pet full-time
Pros
From my experience, very good work/life balance.
Cons
I did not experience any cons.
Central Garden & Pet Response
February 21, 2018 – Director of Talent Acquisition
Thanks for the great review!
- Helpful (1)
"Worth sticking with it through the tougher times a couple years ago"
- Work/Life Balance★★★★★
- Culture & Values★★★★★
- Career Opportunities★★★★★
- Compensation and Benefits★★★★★
- Senior Management★★★★★
RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at Central Garden & Pet full-time for more than 8 years
Pros
The people are amazing: genuine, caring, resourceful, and far less political than any other company I've worked for during my 25+ years as a working adult. Work-life balance is better than others in the industry. The CEO is the best change we've had in the 9 years I've been here--a true leader and values-oriented guy. And the products are ones I'm proud to use and to recommend to friends and family. The growth we've seen in the last two years is awesome, and there are LOTS of opportunities for those who work for them.
Cons
The company went through some challenging times about three years ago and lost some good people--some who have since returned. But there are still people griping about what happened three years ago.
Continue readingCentral Garden & Pet Response
December 1, 2017 – Director of Talent Acquisition
Thank you for the detailed review. Central has gone through some bumps in the past but we have learned from those and are better for it. Thank you for hanging in there during the tough times and being part of our success!
- Helpful (2)
"Manager level"
- Work/Life Balance★★★★★
- Culture & Values★★★★★
- Career Opportunities★★★★★
- Compensation and Benefits★★★★★
- Senior Management★★★★★
RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at Central Garden & Pet
Pros
Relaxed workplace, good group of people. Work life balance is good and management makes a good effort to create a positive work environment
Cons
Limited promotions within the company so far. Office location has terrible traffic issues so allowing more telecommuting would make the work life balance better.
Continue readingCentral Garden & Pet Response
February 2, 2017 – Director of Talent Acquisition
Thank you for the great review and suggestions!
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Central Garden & Pet Response
August 1, 2019 – Director of Talent Acquisition