Chaotic, toxic environment - Love it or leave it - Anonymous employee RH Employee Review

1.0
Nov 23, 2021
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

There are some really smart, talented people here. Samples sales have good stuff that's inexpensive. Good commute if you live in Marin.

Cons

Chaos reigns supreme, last minute changes, broken promises, late nights, high pressure, low reward. There are some major drama queens and bullies. Everything is tribal knowledge (learning CEO's personal tastes and preferences if you can get past his obnoxiousness), theres no authority on what is or isn’t in the product assortment, steep learning curve, outdated resources and technologies. Seating isn't ergonomic, it just looks pretty but gives lots of splinters. Toxic culture that glorifies being a workaholic and martyr. It's common to have a noon meeting that actually starts at 6 and ends at midnight, and you're expected to stay on campus for it. There's no opportunity for conditions to improve because one of the core values is "Love Us or Leave Us." Low pay, terrible benefits (no 401k matching, no service recognition, 10 vacation days a yr, often no bonus, no real HR department actually) Reviews happen randomly if at all & the process is a total joke (5 yes/no questions). Couldn't get out fast enough.

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4.0
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Pros

One of the strongest aspects of this role is the autonomy. I’m trusted to make decisions that genuinely support the customer experience without constant approval from leadership. If I believe an exchange plus a $250 gift card is the right solution to preserve a relationship, I’m empowered to do that. That level of trust creates confidence and allows us to move quickly when issues arise. Leadership is accessible when needed, especially in escalated situations. I’ve never felt left alone to manage something beyond my scope. There is also regular voluntary overtime available, which is a plus for those looking to increase their hours. For someone transitioning from another industry, the environment feels more structured and brand-focused, which has been refreshing

Cons

The clientele can be challenging. Some customers assume that spending thousands of dollars entitles them to treat frontline employees disrespectfully, even when those employees had no involvement in the original issue. It can also be frustrating to hold a boundary with a customer, only to see it reversed after escalation. While I understand the desire to preserve relationships, it can unintentionally undermine employee confidence and consistency in standards. Because RH carries so many collections and product variations, the learning curve is steep. Customers often expect immediate, detailed product knowledge, which takes time to develop.

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