Waterstones is the Wetherspoons of bookselling - Bookseller Foyles Employee Review

2.0
22 Oct 2022
Recommend
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Pros

Really amazing staff given the stuff we all have to put up with everyone has a fantastic personality and great senses of humour. Good discount, access to lots of free books.

Cons

Continuously poor communication. Information given in interview turned out to be lies. Pay check has been low twice due to hours not being reported. Hours cut with no warning. This job has given me more anxiety than any customer service role I’ve had in my working life.

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1.0
27 Mar 2026
Recommend
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Pros

books? but at what cost?

Cons

Toxic work environment with inexperienced management and an ineffective HR. Work-life balance and basic duty of care are ignored. On top of that, there is clear favoritism, with some staff protected through personal connections while others are unfairly pushed out. Many employees are treated poorly, leading to stress, anxiety, and low morale. One of the worst workplaces I’ve experienced.

5.0
8 Aug 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Lovely place to work with lovely staff

Cons

On your feet however they do give additional breaks

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