What it’s like working at Ferrero
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Head office doesn’t understand the frontline
Do people think Ferrero 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
100% 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 5 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 Ferrero?
People don’t get enough training when they start
How we know this
80% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working hereBased on information from 5 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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People feel stressed
Is it stressful to work at Ferrero?
People feel stressed here
How we know this
100% of people say they often feel stressed at workBased on information from 5 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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No career progression
Are people given support to progress at Ferrero?
People aren’t given support to progress here
How we know this
In the last year, 80% of people report not 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 5 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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People don’t recommend their team
Do people at Ferrero recommend working with their team?
Only some people recommend working with their team
How we know this
60% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friendBased on information from 5 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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4+ weeks notice of shifts
How much notice do people get of their shift pattern at Ferrero?
Most people get 4 weeks notice of when they’re working
How we know this
- 20% report getting one week notice or less
- 20% report getting two weeks notice
- 0% report getting three weeks notice
- 40% report getting four weeks notice or more
- 20% report having a fixed rota
Based on information from 5 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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No short notice shift changes
Do Ferrero managers change shifts at short notice?
Managers don’t change people’s shifts at short notice
How we know this
80% of people say their manager doesn’t changes their shifts at the last minuteBased on information from 5 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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Breaks are paid
Do workers at Ferrero get paid breaks?
Yes. People get paid breaks
How we know this
100% of people say they get paid breaksBased on information from 5 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 enough to live on
Does Ferrero pay enough to live on?
People are paid enough to live on
How we know this
100% of people say they are paid at or above the Real Living Wage for where they liveBased on information from 5 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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People are paid market rates
Does Ferrero pay market rates?
People are paid market rates
How we know this
80% of people are paid average or more than the typical pay for the type of work they doBased on information from 5 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 get proper breaks
Do people at Ferrero get proper breaks?
People get proper breaks
How we know this
80% of people report that they get to take proper breaksBased on information from 5 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 get sick pay
Does Ferrero pay sick pay?
Yes. People get proper sick pay
How we know this
80% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to workBased on information from 5 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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Ferrero ranks joint 27th to work for in food and drink producer employers
- 27= ABP Food Group
- 27= Ferrero
- 27= Refresco
Ferrero job reviews
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Best thing
There is not one really other than home time
Worst thing
Lack of communication, enormous waste lack of training no support always busy
Employee, July 2021
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Best thing
The pay is pretty good.
Worst thing
40 hours notice of working at weekend. Night shift. Low experience of the workforce.
Employee, August 2020
About
Ferrero is a confectionary producer. Their brands include Ferrero Rocher, Nutella, Tic Tacs and Kinder.
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