Terrible place to work! - Anonymous employee Altar'd State Employee Review

1.0
2 Mar 2014
Anonymous employee
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Pros

The 40-50% discount was great!! The people I worked with were all great people too!

Cons

This company is such a disappointment. It claims to be a christian business, but everything they do seems to contradict that. The CEO is absolutely terrible!! I do believe that he could be a good person, he just never showed it. He has no idea how to treat people which is such a shame. All he does is work everyone to death, bring everyone down (by even making many of the employees break into tears at times),and set unrealistic goals/expectations. For someone running a Christian company, I don't think this is an appropriate way to act. Employees shouldn't be scared of losing their jobs!! He just doesn't really seem to care much about anyone or their feelings. The company also is said to be "closed on Sundays for rest"……yeah no, employees are still working floor sets all day long!! They pay is absolutely terrible also. After 2 years everyone I worked with, including me ended up leaving! This company could have so much going for them, but instead of fixing the issues that need the attention, they are too worried about growth. It's really just sad.

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5.0
27 May 2026
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Pros

Such a wonderful workplace to work

Cons

There is none at all

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Altar'd State Response
1mo
Thank you for your kind words! We're so glad to hear you have had a positive experience and we appreciate you for taking care of our guests. Don't hesitate to reach out to peopledevelopment@altardstate.com if there's anything we could do for you!
1.0
27 Feb 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Literally nothing, can’t think of one positive thing

Cons

I’ve been with the company for years and watching its continuous downfall has become almost comical. Two years ago we took major pay cuts (like 15%) because of the economy but this year they sent us to the Virgin Islands on this over the top meeting that must have cost a fortune. I’d rather have the money in my bank versus a trip I was forced to go on with senior leadership that are absolute horrific people in general and evil businesses people. It all felt like a big propaganda event with tons of videoing and picture taking so they could come home and post all over linked in and social media about how WONDERFUL it is to work there. Don’t even get me started on the new Little House on the Prairie denim dresses we have to wear because they hire managers that aren’t even strong enough to coach to a dress code. How can you run a store if you can’t even tell someone what they’re wearing inappropriate? Instead now we look like a bunch of little followers of the cult everyone already says it is. As long as we say we “stand out for good” at every opportunity it must mean it’s true right? To know who else brainwashed people into thinking bad things are good for them? CULT LEADERS.

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Altar'd State Response
3mo
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts and concerns. We will share your feedback with the appropriate teams. If you would like to discuss in further detail, please reach out to peopledevelopment@altardstate.com.
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