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Do workers at Build-A-Bear Workshop get paid breaks?

No. Most people don’t get paid breaks.
71% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.
Based on data from 58 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Does Build-A-Bear Workshop pay people when they’re sick?

No. Most people don’t get paid when they’re sick.
90% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 58 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

At Build-A-Bear Workshop, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Sick days and vacation days are used from the same paid time off.
77% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 22 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and April 2026.

Are part-time workers able to get health insurance from Build-A-Bear Workshop?

Most people who work part-time can't get health insurance.
91% of people who work fewer than 30 hours a week say they can’t get health insurance
Based on data from 34 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and February 2025.

Do part-time workers get paid time off at Build-A-Bear Workshop?

Most people who work part-time don’t get paid time off.
80% of people who work part-time say they don’t get paid time off
Based on data from 45 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Is the health insurance from Build-A-Bear Workshop affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
69% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and April 2026.

Do people get paid time off at Build-A-Bear Workshop?

Some people get paid time off from work.
63% of people say they don’t get paid time off.
Based on data from 60 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 37% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 32% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 28% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 3% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 65 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Do workers at Build-A-Bear Workshop worry about hours?

Some people worry about getting enough hours.
55% of people report they worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 67 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Do Build-A-Bear Workshop workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
41% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 61 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

How easy is it for Build-A-Bear Workshop workers to change shifts?

Some people find it hard to change shifts.
50% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 50 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at Build-A-Bear Workshop?

Some people find it hard to get time off.
45% of people report it’s hard to get time off.
Based on data from 56 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Do Build-A-Bear Workshop managers change schedules at the last minute?

Some managers change people’s schedules at the last minute.
36% of people say their manager changes their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 64 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Do jobs at Build-A-Bear Workshop spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
21% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 58 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at Build-A-Bear Workshop?

Some people find it hard to take sick days.
49% of people report that it’s hard to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 59 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Is a Build-A-Bear Workshop job good for students?

Most students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
82% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

Is working at Build-A-Bear Workshop good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Most parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
80% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.

Do people at Build-A-Bear Workshop feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
71% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 63 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Do people at Build-A-Bear Workshop get to take their breaks without interruption?

Only some people get breaks without interruption.
34% of people report that their breaks get interrupted.
Based on data from 58 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Is it stressful to work at Build-A-Bear Workshop?

Most people feel stressed out here.
69% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 59 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Do people at Build-A-Bear Workshop enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
90% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 52 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Do people at Build-A-Bear Workshop recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
43% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 68 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Build-A-Bear Workshop?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
51% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 74 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Build-A-Bear Workshop?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 46% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 57 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Do people think Build-A-Bear Workshop’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
80% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 61 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how Build-A-Bear Workshop is doing?

Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
39% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 61 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.
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Full Time Assistant Manager - Orland Square

Full Time Assistant Manager - Orland Square

Build-A-Bear Workshop

Orland Park, IL • On-site

Full-time

Posted 2 days ago

Build-A-Bear Workshop rating

5.1

Company rating: 5.1 out of 10

Based on 155 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

582nd of 717 rated retailers

Job description

As an Assistant Workshop Manager at Build-A-Bear, you will support the store manager in all aspects of store operations,
ensuring excellent Guest service, efficient staff management, and effective execution of sales and marketing strategies.
This role is vital in driving the store's success while maintaining a positive experience for Guests and associates.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Assist the Chief Workshop Manager in determining associates' daily assignments and directing work for associates, including managing break schedules, completing assigned tasks and daily priorities, and serving as a role model leader.
  • Assist the Chief Workshop Manager in hiring and promotion decisions, including providing feedback and making recommendations regarding applicant selection and staff advancement.
  • Lead and inspire your team during scheduled shifts, enforcing and adhering to Build-A-Bear Workshop policies, procedures, and standards. Identify and communicate any possible violations to the CWM and/or DM immediately. Make recommendations on appropriate disciplinary actions and assist in delivering corrective actions to team members when violations occur. This includes store security and cash management, product confidentiality, safety, attendance, business conduct, and all other policies as communicated in the associate handbook.
  • Drive sales as the Floor Leader, by coaching Bear Builders and creating a Guest experience that brings to life the Experience First culture throughout the workshop, effectively zoning associates, forecasting and adjusting sales based on business trends, and motivating the team to meet or exceed business targets.
  • Ensure that all merchandising displays and layouts adhere to brand standards, creating an inviting and cohesive store environment.
  • Exercise common sense and independent judgment in responding to and leading the team to maintain operational efficiencies and adherence to store safety policies and procedures and in resolving Guest issues.
  • Oversee inventory management processes, including receiving, stocking, and inventory counts.
  • Assist in building and developing a high-performing team that consistently delivers an exceptional Guest experience.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • 2 years of store management experience, with a proven, successful history in a customer-centric business, preferably in specialty retail
  • High school diploma
  • Basic understanding in the use of common store technology solutions (POS, scheduling, HRIS, time and attendance)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • 2-4 years of store management experience, with a proven, successful history in a customer-centric business, preferably in specialty retail.
  • Associate's (or higher) degree in business, management, or a related field

BEHAVIORAL TRAITS FOR SUCCESS:
  • Thrives in a high-engagement Guest experience environment
  • Balances creativity and fun with accountability and dependability
  • Connects with and inspires others to drive results
  • Exercises common sense and sound judgment in ambiguous situations
  • Displays strong initiative and self-direction
  • Unites teams to deliver strong results
  • Demonstrates ability to work in a dynamic and changing environment while remaining calm under pressure
  • Leads with a confident extraverted style that can enliven, engage, and positively impact individuals and groups
  • Maintains a positive outlook despite challenging circumstances

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
  • Ability to work a typical retail schedule, including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays
  • Active retail store management requires the ability to sit, stand, and move around for at least eight hours a day
  • Work environments include indoor/outdoor malls, strip centers, and other retail locations
  • Lift > 25 pounds

YOUR PERFORMANCE WILL BE MEASURED ON:
Your performance will be measured by your ability to achieve annual store objectives and corporate goals which include but are not limited to the following:
  • Decision-making, independent judgment, and execution
  • Consistently meeting financial objectives
  • Ability to create an Experience First culture for Guests and associates
  • Talent management, including effectiveness in supervising, directing and developing associates
  • Consistent execution of operational standards
  • Ability to foster team collaboration, communication, and performance
  • Stakeholder feedback

This description is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Supervisors may assign additional functions and requirements as deemed appropriate. This document does not
represent an expressed or implied contract of employment, nor does it alter your at-will employment, and Build-A-Bear, Inc. reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as may be deemed appropriate.
Benefits:
Build-A-Bear Workshop® is committed to being a fun place to work and visit! We care about the health and well-being and long-term financial security of our associates and their families. With that in mind, we constantly strive to provide our associates with comprehensive benefits that are competitive and meaningful in the specialty retail marketplace. Please visit www.buildabear.com/brand-about-careers-benefits.html for a list of full benefits that are offered to our employees.
Associates also have the ability to earn a monthly bonus based off their stores sales results vs. plans.
PAY RANGE- $19.50-$20.50/Hour.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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About Build-A-Bear Workshop

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Build-A-Bear Workshop is an iconic retail company based in Saint Louis, MO, US, operating in the specialty retail and personal services industry. Known for its unique and innovative business model, the company sells teddy bears and other stuffed animals that customers can customize with a range of clothes, accessories and sounds. Established in 1997, it all started with a child's desire to make her own stuffed toy. The fundamental mission of Build-A-Bear is to add a little more heart to life by inspiring kids of all ages to follow their dreams. The company has gained recognition for its achievements, including being named to the FORTUNE 100 Best Companies to Work For® list for multiple years.

Industry

Retail

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Saint Louis, MO, US

Year founded

1997

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