Fun Job, but Low Pay - Part Time Assistant Manager Hot Topic Employee Review

3.0
Jan 15, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

The job is fun, and you get to meet some of the coolest people, both customers and other employees. Hours are generally pretty low, but that allows employees to go to school or work other jobs. The discount is amazing. Part-time management receives benefits.

Cons

The pay is bad, and the hours are worse. One of the lower-paying jobs at the mall in my area. Hours are generally extremely limited, especially in slow seasons. There is a lot that needs to be done on each shift, while also ensuring that you try to push sales. Nothing too crazy, but the pay is not high enough for all they want you to do.

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5.0
Jun 22, 2026
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Pros

I loved my co workers, my GM was such an incredible girl for fixing everything wrong with the place before she started. She always keeps in contact and always makes the effort to lead and help us when needed

Cons

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4.0
Jun 28, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Unstressful by retail standards, with mostly flexible and understanding managers.

Cons

District manager quality was poor. Poor hours. Opportunities for growth are not based on existing experience.

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