Employee Insights in Goodlettsville, TN
Review information last updated September 3, 2025.
Rating Distribution
3 ratings
Summary of Dollar General Employee Feedback (AI-Generated)
Disclaimer: This review has been generated by AI based on employee feedback. It may not fully represent the company under the current filters. The AI attempts to analyze patterns in reviews but may not capture all nuances of the workplace experience.
Due to limited data for your exact filter criteria, this summary includes broader results.
Highlights
Pros
- Relaxed Work Environment (Frequently mentioned, particularly in locations with a single review)
- Potential for Growth (Occasional assignment of additional responsibilities)
- Slow Pace of Work (Commonly noted in positive locations)
- Easy Work (Frequently mentioned in the Humboldt, TN review)
Cons
- Disconnect Between Expectations and Reality (Recurring theme across all reviews)
- Lack of Detailed Information (Significant issue due to reliance on single reviews)
- Compensation Issues (Implied by negative reviews and lack of positive feedback)
- Poor Management Support (Frequently mentioned in negative reviews)
Great Growth opportunity - workload to large
Pros
Significant growth opportunities exist due to consistent departures within the District Manager and Regional Director roles. Maintaining a strong team fosters a favorable work-life balance. However, success is contingent upon consistently meeting demanding workload expectations.
Cons
The current workload distribution among Store Managers and District Managers is heavily concentrated, resulting in competing priorities and increased pressure. Limited labor budget constraints negatively impact store performance. Compensation levels for Store Managers and District Managers are significantly below market rates, hindering the ability to attract and retain talent. Training programs for both roles are underdeveloped, with District Managers receiving foundational facilitator training and Store Managers primarily focused on operational tasks common within the store environment. Furthermore, inconsistent application of performance recognition, where individuals with limited availability receive preferential treatment compared to highly productive team members.
Great Growth opportunity - workload to large
Pros
Significant growth opportunities exist due to consistent departures within the District Manager and Regional Director roles. Maintaining a strong team fosters a favorable work-life balance. However, success is contingent upon consistently meeting demanding workload expectations.
Cons
The current workload distribution among Store Managers and District Managers is heavily concentrated, resulting in competing priorities and increased pressure. Limited labor budget constraints negatively impact store performance. Compensation levels for Store Managers and District Managers are significantly below market rates, hindering the ability to attract and retain talent. Training programs for both roles are underdeveloped, with District Managers receiving foundational facilitator training and Store Managers primarily focused on operational tasks common within the store environment. Furthermore, inconsistent availability expectations create disparities in recognition, with high-performing team members facing undue pressure while others with limited engagement receive preferential treatment.
Mandating Return to Office 4 days per week. Culture has really gone downhill.
Pros
On-site cafe, daycare facility, and gym.
Cons
Compensation is below market rates, a four-day in-office requirement is in place, and the company’s financial performance is currently under pressure.
Companies Similar to Dollar General for reviews
All employee reviews are sourced from Employers.io users, trusted partners, and publicly available information. Opinions expressed in reviews reflect individual experiences and do not represent official statements from Dollar General. Contact us to suggest updates to this page.