What it’s like working at Cardzone
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Head office doesn’t understand the frontline
Do people think Cardzone 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
91% 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 11 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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Not enough training
Do people get enough training when they start at Cardzone?
People don’t get enough training when they start
How we know this
82% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working hereBased on information from 11 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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Breaks aren’t paid
Do workers at Cardzone get paid breaks?
No. People don’t get paid breaks
How we know this
82% of people say they don’t get paid breaksBased on information from 11 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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People are paid below market rates
Do Cardzone pay market rates?
People are not paid market rates
How we know this
82% of people are paid below the typical pay for the type of work they doBased on information from 11 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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Less than 4 weeks notice of shifts
How much notice do people get of their shift pattern at Cardzone?
People don’t get 4 weeks notice of when they’re working
How we know this
- 18% report getting one week notice or less
- 36% report getting two weeks notice
- 27% report getting three weeks notice
- 0% report getting four weeks notice or more
- 18% report having a fixed rota
Based on information from 11 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 don’t get sick pay
Do Cardzone pay sick pay?
No. People don’t get proper sick pay
How we know this
100% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to workBased on information from 10 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 do unpaid extra work
Do workers at Cardzone do extra work that they don't get paid for?
Yes. People do unpaid extra work
How we know this
91% of people report that they do extra work that they don’t get paid forBased on information from 11 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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People feel stressed
Is it stressful to work at Cardzone?
Most people feel stressed here
How we know this
70% of people say they often feel stressed at workBased on information from 10 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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People don’t recommend their team
Do people at Cardzone recommend working with their team?
Only some people recommend working with their team
How we know this
64% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friendBased on information from 11 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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Easy to change shifts
How easy is it for Cardzone workers to change shifts?
Most people find it easy to change shifts
How we know this
50% of people report that it’s easy to change shifts if they need toBased on information from 10 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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No short notice shift changes
Do Cardzone managers change shifts at short notice?
Most managers don’t change people’s shifts at short notice
How we know this
70% of people say their manager doesn’t changes their shifts at the last minuteBased on information from 10 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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Managers are respectful
Do people at Cardzone feel treated with respect by their managers?
Most people feel treated with respect by their managers
How we know this
55% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managersBased on information from 11 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 don’t worry about getting enough hours
Do workers at Cardzone worry about hours?
Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours
How we know this
73% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hoursBased on information from 11 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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People are paid minimum wage
Do Cardzone pay minimum wage?
Yes. People are paid above the minimum wage
How we know this
100% of people say they are paid at or above the legal minimum wageBased on information from 11 job reviews
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Cardzone ranks joint 162nd to work for in retail employers
- 162= Buy It Direct
- 162= Cardzone
- 162= Max Spielmann
Cardzone job reviews
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Best thing
Products, store & most of team members
Worst thing
Always changing Rota’s with no notice. Cutting hours, expecting you to change shifts/days in an instance!
Cardzone Senior sales assistant, January 2021
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Best thing
Friends I work with
Worst thing
The company cardzone
Cardzone Manager, January 2021
About
Cardzone sell cards and gifts.
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How much notice do people get of their shifts?
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What contracts are people on?
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