What it’s like working at Aldi
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Head office doesn’t understand the frontline
Do people think Aldi head office understands what's happening where they work?
People think head office doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work
How we know this
75% of people think that this employer’s head office or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they workBased on information from 987 job reviews
Why this matters
At a good job, the role of head office should be to support the people on the frontline serving customers.
To do that properly, the company’s owners or head office need to have a good understanding of what’s really happening on the frontline. This is especially important when a company owns multiple locations.
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People don’t enjoy their job
Do people at Aldi enjoy their jobs?
Most people don’t enjoy their job
How we know this
50% of people report they don’t enjoy their jobBased on information from 217 job reviews
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People don’t get sick pay
Does Aldi pay sick pay?
Not always. Most people don’t get proper sick pay
How we know this
72% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to workBased on information from 994 job reviews
Why this matters
Everyone gets sick sometimes. You should be able to take time off without worrying.
At a good job you should still get paid if you’re scheduled to work but can’t due to sickness. Your contract should say how many sick days you can take each year.
This is more than the legal minimum, which says you should only get paid if you are unwell for 4 full days. See Citizens Advice for more details.
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People feel stressed
Is it stressful to work at Aldi?
Most people feel stressed here
How we know this
60% of people say they often feel stressed at workBased on information from 1,069 job reviews
Why this matters
Work isn’t always easy, but if you’re frequently feel stressed, that’s not good.
Your employer should support you with enough people and resources to get your job done without feeling overwhelmed.
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Well informed about head office
Do workers feel well informed about how Aldi is doing?
Most people feel well informed about how the company is doing
How we know this
73% of people feel that they are kept well informed about how the company is doing as a wholeBased on information from 1,025 job reviews
Why this matters
At a good job, there should be a supportive relationship between the people working on the frontline serving customers and the people who own the company or work in head office.
You should be kept informed about how the company is doing as a whole, both in good times and when things get tough for the business.
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Good choice of shifts
Do Aldi workers get to choose the shifts they work?
Most people get enough choice over which shifts they work
How we know this
60% report that their manager gives them enough choice over which shifts they workBased on information from 1,058 job reviews
Why this matters
A good job is flexible around your personal life. This means you get a say in when you prefer to work.
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Easy to take sick leave
How easy is it to take sick leave at Aldi?
Most people find it easy to take sick leave
How we know this
63% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sickBased on information from 742 job reviews
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4+ weeks notice of shifts
How much notice do people get of their shift pattern at Aldi?
Most people get 4 weeks notice of when they’re working
How we know this
- 5% report getting one week notice or less
- 7% report getting two weeks notice
- 25% report getting three weeks notice
- 59% report getting four weeks notice or more
- 3% report having a fixed rota
Based on information from 1,109 job reviews
Why this matters
At a good job, you get plenty of notice about when you’re working.
This makes it easy for you to plan the rest of life, as well as your finances, because you know how much you’ll be working and when.
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People recommend their team
Do people at Aldi recommend working with their team?
Most people recommend working with their team
How we know this
62% of people report that they would recommend working with their immediate team to a friendBased on information from 1,131 job reviews
Why this matters
A good job means enjoying the place where you work.
The people you work with every day really matter. They can be the difference between a terrible day and a great one.
If you’d recommend your team to a friend, this shows that something’s going right.
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Enough training
Do people get enough training when they start at Aldi?
Most people get enough training when they start
How we know this
69% of people report they got enough training when they started working hereBased on information from 1,091 job reviews
Why this matters
A good job should give you good training when you start, not just drop you in at the deep end.
This means that you’ll be happier and more productive from day one and shows that your employer values you.
It’s also very important if your job involves anything that could be dangerous. Good training from the outset keeps you and your team safe.
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Easy to change shifts
How easy is it for Aldi workers to change shifts?
Most people find it easy to change shifts
How we know this
57% of people report that it’s easy to change shifts if they need toBased on information from 819 job reviews
Why this matters
A good job is flexible around your personal life. It should be easy to change a shift if you need to, whether that’s in an emergency or for planning ahead.
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Good for parents
Is working at Aldi good if you have caring responsibilities?
Most people say this is a good place to work if you care for a child or other relative
How we know this
65% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to workBased on information from 339 job reviews
Why this matters
Whether it’s looking after children or caring for a relative, a good job should support your responsibilities outside of work.
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Opportunities to progress
Are people given support to progress at Aldi?
Most people are given support to progress here
How we know this
In the last year, 53% of people report being given an opportunity to get better at their job, learn a new skill, learn to manage a team or get more responsibility in their roleBased on information from 1,021 job reviews
Why this matters
A good job should help you progress at work, if you want to. That might be supporting you to get better at the job you currently have, learn something new, manage a team or take on more responsibilities.
This means you’ll be able to build on your skills and experience, and earn more money.
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No short notice shift changes
Do Aldi managers change shifts at short notice?
Most managers don’t change people’s shifts at short notice
How we know this
62% of people say their manager doesn’t changes their shifts at the last minuteBased on information from 1,038 job reviews
Why this matters
If your manager is often changing your shifts at short notice that’s a sign of poor planning. At a good job you won’t be messed around at the last minute.
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People get proper breaks
Do people at Aldi get proper breaks?
People get proper breaks
How we know this
79% of people report that they get to take proper breaksBased on information from 859 job reviews
Why this matters
When you take a break it should be a proper rest. It should last the full duration and you shouldn’t get pulled off it.
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People are paid market rates
Does Aldi pay market rates?
People are paid market rates
How we know this
89% of people are paid average or more than the typical pay for the type of work they doBased on information from 985 job reviews
Why this matters
Pay can vary a lot between types of job. Employers should be ensuring that the rates their staff are paid are in line with similar roles elsewhere.
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People don’t worry about getting enough hours
Do workers at Aldi worry about hours?
People don’t worry about getting enough hours
How we know this
77% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hoursBased on information from 1,037 job reviews
Why this matters
At a good job, you shouldn’t have to worry about getting enough hours each week.
A good job should guarantee you a minimum number of hours in a contract, if you want it.
This makes it easier to plan your finances, because you know how much you’ll be earning.
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No unpaid extra work
Do workers at Aldi do extra work that they don't get paid for?
No. People don’t do unpaid extra work
How we know this
87% of people report that they don’t do extra unpaid workBased on information from 815 job reviews
Why this matters
Everyone should get paid for any extra work they do, even if it is outside your contracted hours. At a good job, you should be paid for all the time you spend at work.
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Breaks are paid
Do workers at Aldi get paid breaks?
Yes. People get paid breaks
How we know this
94% of people say they get paid breaksBased on information from 1,123 job reviews
Why this matters
A good job should have paid breaks.
You should be paid for all your time at work, whether you’re on a break or not.
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Managers are respectful
Do people at Aldi feel treated by respect by their managers?
People feel treated with respect by their managers
How we know this
75% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managersBased on information from 980 job reviews
Why this matters
Everyone should get treated with respect by their managers. You shouldn’t feel discriminated against or bullied, and if you have a problem you should be able to speak to someone about it.
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People are paid enough to live on
Does Aldi pay enough to live on?
People are paid enough to live on
How we know this
96% of people say they are paid at or above the Real Living Wage for where they liveBased on information from 1,058 job reviews
Why this matters
Everyone should be paid enough to live on.
The Real Living Wage is a voluntary rate employers can sign up to that is based on the real cost of living.
The Real Living Wage is currently £9.50 per hour, and £10.85 per hour in London.
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Easy to book holiday
How easy is it to book a holiday at Aldi?
People find it easy to book holidays
How we know this
86% of people report it’s easy to book holidaysBased on information from 1,054 job reviews
Why this matters
A good job should let you take time off when you need it, and it shouldn’t be a nightmare to arrange.
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Good for students
Is a Aldi job good for students?
Students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying
How we know this
82% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studyingBased on information from 71 job reviews
Why this matters
A good job should allow you to fit work around important things in your life, like studying.
Life isn’t just about work. Good jobs make space for you to do well in both.
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Aldi ranks 3rd to work for in supermarket employers
Pay ranges at Aldi
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£9.10–10.57 per hour
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£10.53–22.23 per hour
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£10.53–11.87 per hour
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£10.19–14.37 per hour
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£13.01–16.98 per hour
Aldi job reviews
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Best thing
While you may start at 6am, you generally finish at 2pm and therefore can enjoy the rest of the day off. You see your rota 4 weeks in advance. The pay is nice. Colleagues are usually nice people. Training is good. You get used to working fast after a while.
Worst thing
6AM starts. Finishing a shift at 6PM and potentially starting the next morning at 6AM. The rota constantly being changed; sometimes with only a weeks notice. Prepare to be worked, HARD. No week is the same; different days and different shifts on a weekly basis. 90% of your holidays for the next year must be booked in the November the year before; trying to plan holidays out can be frusting because of this. If you aren't sweating by the end of a shift you aren't working hard enough.
Employee, September 2021
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Best thing
The pay for a store assistant is good for the work required, however don’t underestimate the hard graft. Deputy pay however is ridiculously low considering the amount of responsibilities, and the company tries to keep the extra £4 on top of your hourly wage when you manage the store alone to a minimum
Worst thing
Progression seems none existent even though they’re always advertising salaried roles. The responsibilities for a deputy are barely outweighed by an assistant manager but the pay gap is huge. Company targets are unrealistic and cripple the morale of staff
Employee, July 2021
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Aldi is an international discount supermarket company.
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Handy to know
How much notice do people get of their shifts?
Based on 1,109 employees
What contracts are people on?
Based on 1,004 employees
How are people paid?
Based on 1,143 employees
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