It’s the most toxic work environment I’ve ever seen. Don’t pause your career for Lidl. - IT Specialist Lidl Employee Review

1.0
Nov 15, 2018
Recommend
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Pros

-Pay and Benefits great. -Make lasting friendships

Cons

-The company specifically hires European candidates to fill senior management/Director/VP roles. Then refuses to adapt to the US market. -A pattern of racism towards black Americans. -Board members have been known to be misogynist towards their female assistants. -Employees below management are treated as equipment to use across all departments (e.i. Purchasing, IT, HR) -A recognized pattern of nepotism when promoting employees **IT’S AN OPEN SECRET THAT HR WRITES FAKE GLASSDOOR REVIEWS TO DILUTE THE REAL ONES**

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5.0
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Pros

Very divers tasks diverging from different products lines like dry food, fresh food, flowers, bakery

Cons

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4.0
Jul 8, 2026
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Pros

Intelligent engaged people, Modern offices, Decent pay, and good retirement benefits.

Cons

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