Do workers at Circle K get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks. 84% of people say they get paid breaks. Based on data from 101 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Does Circle K pay people when they’re sick?

No. Most people don’t get paid when they’re sick. 70% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work. Based on data from 260 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

At Circle K, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Only some people have separate paid time off for sick days and vacation. 43% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick. Based on data from 208 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Are part-time workers able to get health insurance from Circle K?

Only some people who work part-time can get health insurance. 45% of people who work fewer than 30 hours a week say they can’t get health insurance Based on data from 42 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2025.

Do part-time workers get paid time off at Circle K?

Only some people who work part-time get paid time off. 36% of people who work part-time say they don’t get paid time off Based on data from 75 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Is the health insurance from Circle K affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay. 76% of people say the health insurance costs are okay Based on data from 169 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Do people get paid time off at Circle K?

Most people get paid time off work. 84% of people say they get paid time off. Based on data from 120 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2026 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. 43% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time. 23% 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. 6% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time. Based on data from 157 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Do workers at Circle K worry about hours?

Some people worry about getting enough hours. 53% of people report they worry about getting enough hours. Based on data from 161 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Do Circle K workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work. 42% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work. Based on data from 146 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

How easy is it for Circle K workers to change shifts?

Some people find it hard to change shifts. 64% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to. Based on data from 119 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at Circle K?

Some people find it hard to get time off. 51% of people report it’s hard to get time off. Based on data from 237 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Do Circle K managers change schedules at the last minute?

Some managers change people’s schedules at the last minute. 51% of people say their manager changes their shift schedule at the last minute. Based on data from 152 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Do jobs at Circle K spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time. 29% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for. Based on data from 154 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at Circle K?

Some people find it hard to take sick days. 50% of people report that it’s hard to take time off if they are sick. Based on data from 260 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Is a Circle K job good for students?

Most students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying. 75% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studying. Based on data from 55 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

Is working at Circle K good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Only some parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work. 48% of people who care for a child or other relative report this isn’t a good place to work. Based on data from 82 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Do people at Circle K feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers. 72% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers. Based on data from 121 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2026 and June 2026.

Do people at Circle K get to take their breaks without interruption?

Only some people get breaks without interruption. 50% of people report that their breaks get interrupted. Based on data from 103 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Is it stressful to work at Circle K?

Most people feel stressed out here. 74% of people say they often feel stressed out at work. Based on data from 125 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2026 and June 2026.

Do people at Circle K enjoy their jobs?

Only some people enjoy their job. 34% of people report they don’t enjoy their job. Based on data from 223 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Do people at Circle K recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team. 57% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend. Based on data from 134 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2026 and June 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Circle K?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started. 40% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here. Based on data from 122 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2026 and June 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Circle K?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here. In the last year, 45% of people report not being given support to advance their career here. Based on data from 121 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2026 and June 2026.

Do people think Circle K’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work. 84% 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 262 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how Circle K is doing?

Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing. 52% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole. Based on data from 123 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2026 and June 2026.

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Circle K Stores are owned by Alimentation Couche-Tard, the largest convenience store operator in Canada. We are recognized for our strong food service brands, Simply Great Coffee, and of course our icy cold, flavour abundant Frosters. Our innovative store design and merchandising is second to none.

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Circle K operates as a convenience store chain with a focus on customer satisfaction and community involvement, emphasizing a fast-paced and dynamic work environment. As a convenience store operator, Circle K's team structure typically includes a mix of full-time and part-time employees, with various roles such as store managers, cashiers, and fuel attendants, working together to provide 24/7 services. Working at Circle K may appeal to individuals seeking flexible scheduling, opportunities for career advancement, and a chance to be part of a global brand with a wide range of products and services.

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