What it’s like working at James Hall & Co
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Head office doesn’t understand the frontline
Do people think James Hall & Co 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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People feel stressed
Is it stressful to work at James Hall & Co?
People feel stressed here
How we know this
80% 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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People don’t recommend their team
Do people at James Hall & Co recommend working with their team?
Very few people recommend working with their team
How we know this
83% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friendBased on information from 6 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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Uninformed about head office
Do workers feel well informed about how James Hall & Co is doing?
People don’t feel well informed about how the company is doing
How we know this
83% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a wholeBased on information from 6 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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Not easy to take sick leave
How easy is it to take sick leave at James Hall & Co?
Most people find it hard to take sick leave
How we know this
60% of people report that it’s hard to take time off if they are sickBased on information from 5 job reviews
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People are not paid enough to live on
Does James Hall & Co pay enough to live on?
Most people are not paid enough to live on
How we know this
60% of people say they are paid below 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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No career progression
Are people given support to progress at James Hall & Co?
Only some people are given support to progress here
How we know this
In the last year, 67% 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 6 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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Unsafe workplace
Do people think James Hall & Co is a safe place to work?
Most people think their workplace is unsafe
How we know this
60% of people report that their workplace isn’t safeBased on information from 5 job reviews
Why this matters
No-one should be worried about their safety at work.
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Less than 4 weeks notice of shifts
How much notice do people get of their shift pattern at James Hall & Co?
Most people don’t get 4 weeks notice of when they’re working
How we know this
- 50% report getting one week notice or less
- 17% report getting two weeks notice
- 0% report getting three weeks notice
- 17% report getting four weeks notice or more
- 17% report having a fixed rota
Based on information from 6 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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Easy to book holiday
How easy is it to book a holiday at James Hall & Co?
Most people find it easy to book holidays
How we know this
67% of people report it’s easy to book holidaysBased on information from 6 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 choice of shifts
Do James Hall & Co workers get to choose the shifts they work?
Most people get enough choice over which shifts they work
How we know this
67% report that their manager gives them enough choice over which shifts they workBased on information from 6 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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Enough training
Do people get enough training when they start at James Hall & Co?
Most people get enough training when they start
How we know this
67% of people report they got enough training when they started working hereBased on information from 6 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 are paid
Do workers at James Hall & Co get paid breaks?
Usually. Most people get paid breaks
How we know this
50% of people say they get paid breaksBased on information from 6 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 market rates
Does James Hall & Co pay market rates?
Most people are paid market rates
How we know this
50% of people are paid average or more than the typical pay for the type of work they doBased on information from 6 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 James Hall & Co get proper breaks?
Most people get proper breaks
How we know this
60% 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 James Hall & Co pay sick pay?
Usually. Most people get proper sick pay
How we know this
50% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to workBased on information from 6 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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No short notice shift changes
Do James Hall & Co managers change shifts at short notice?
Managers don’t change people’s shifts at short notice
How we know this
83% of people say their manager doesn’t changes their shifts at the last minuteBased on information from 6 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 don’t worry about getting enough hours
Do workers at James Hall & Co worry about hours?
People don’t worry about getting enough hours
How we know this
100% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hoursBased on information from 6 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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James Hall & Co job reviews
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Best thing
Staff discount
Worst thing
Repetitive work, bad pay, poor shift times, rude management, little regard for mental health, favouritism in workplace, unprofessional
Employee, July 2021
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Best thing
Working 3 nights
Worst thing
People getting made up to supervisor, who have no knowledge or people skills
Warehouse assistant, February 2020
About
James Hall & Co is a wholesaler and distribution company. They wholesale to SPAR stores in North England.
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