Pros
-Friendly co-workers. As other reviews will tell you, the people you work with are generally fun to be around. -If you plan on going full-time and working a cash register, some of the union benefits are quite nice. -The majority of the in-store managers were down to earth and easily approachable if you have questions/concerns, although this probably varies from store to store. -COURTESY CLERKS: you'll be walking around a lot. Whether you're running to help a customer or gathering carts, you will be moving. This can be seen as a con by some, but at least you're getting some form of exercise. -Busy work. Time can drift by without being noticed once you're zoned in.
Cons
-Minimum wage, which wouldn't be horrible except... -MANDATORY UNION ENTRY. If you're only working part time as a courtesy clerk, the union does almost nothing for you while taking a chunk out of your pay. If you're only working 16-24 hours a week, instead of being paid eight bucks an hour, you're only making about six. -Forced smile. Just like with most retail jobs, management is going to be examining how you interact with customers. Being courteous isn't enough for them, they are always going to be checking for your smile. -Bagging. It can be utterly mind numbing when doing it for hours on end. I came to appreciate gathering carts or cleaning the meat department. -Super-market customers. You'll have to help all kinds of customers which, depending on your location, can be a hassle. In southern California, where the majority of the population are minorities, a lot of people will want your help when they can only speak two words of English. -Busy work. In you don't zone in on what you're doing, the clock will torture you.