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Updated May 23, 2013
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3.2 417 reviews

                             

68% Approve of the CEO

Banana Republic President Jack Calhoun

Jack Calhoun

(183 ratings)

60% of employees recommend this company to a friend
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Current Employee – been working at Banana Republic part-time for more than 7 years

ProsGap Inc. Is a great company that gives time and money to charity. the company is structured and pretty fair, they provide you with the tools to succeed

ConsThey just don't pay enough, thought they pay what most retailers are paying.

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Current Employee – been working at Banana Republic part-time for more than a year

ProsCan be fun and interesting. There are some great opportunities to learn and grow within the company. You meet some interesting clients (shoppers).

ConsIt is not always the most qualified and capable individuals who get promoted into management. There needs to be more work done in a) hiring managers who are dedicated to the job and take pride in their work and/or b) promoting from within with an emphasis on capability.

Advice to Senior Managementsee above

Yes, I would recommend this company to a friend – I'm optimistic about the outlook for this company

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Current Employee – been working at Banana Republic part-time for more than a year

ProsGreat working environment. Great co-workers. Excellent job which helps you elevate your wardrobe to be more professional, which is great if you're a college student seeking to eventually be a professional.

ConsThere are no cons that I can think of that are highlighted in my mind. I think the biggest downfall is when the store gets slow and there isn't much to do, and no one to help.

Advice to Senior ManagementAdvice to management would be to keep energy up when checking in sales associates because it sets the tone for their shift.

Yes, I would recommend this company to a friend

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Current Employee – been working at Banana Republic

ProsGood pay, bonus incentives, great people

Conswork holidays necause of retail, late hours past closing

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Jackson, MS (US)

Current Employee – been working at Banana Republic part-time for more than a year

ProsMore time with the company means more hours
Management listens and cares
Great Discount

ConsOpening up credit cards is such a big deal

Advice to Senior ManagementThe management at my store really cares from what I see so no advice from

Yes, I would recommend this company to a friend

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Saskatoon, SK (Canada)

Current Employee – been working at Banana Republic part-time for less than a year

Pros- Great management team
- A staff that has fun and likes their jobs
- Good training and communication between management and staff

Cons- Sometimes hard to get hours
- Schedules on short notice

Advice to Senior Management- Keep up the good work!
- Creating the schedules in advance may reduce employee anxiety

Yes, I would recommend this company to a friend – I'm optimistic about the outlook for this company

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Dulles, VA (US)

Current Employee – been working at Banana Republic part-time for less than a year

ProsManagement was very passionate about making sure employees were informed
Took time to help us understand the product and the procedures
Fun environment
All other associates were outgoing and friendly

ConsSome management was a bit annoying and condescending
Pressure to deliver Banana Republic Credit Card Sales

Advice to Senior ManagementYou're doing a great job!

Yes, I would recommend this company to a friend – I'm optimistic about the outlook for this company

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Current Employee – been working at Banana Republic full-time

ProsGreat company, people & discount!!

ConsThe hours could be a little rough.

Yes, I would recommend this company to a friend

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Providence, RI (US)

Former Employee – worked at Banana Republic part-time for less than a year

ProsNice people, good managers, nice customers

ConsNot enough hours, job can get boring during down time

Advice to Senior ManagementDont be so naggy

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Philadelphia, PA (US)

Former Employee – worked at Banana Republic part-time for more than a year

ProsFriendly management, worked with your schedule. No micromanaging

ConsLow Pay, low employee discounts.

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