Pros and Cons of Working at Bath and Body Works
Your fragrance headquarters and your one-stop shop for all things body care. The widely known company has over 1,600 stores in 25 countries and over 2,000 employees, and I am one of them! I have been an associate since June of 2020. I have been able to operate all the positions in my store from the cashier to the greeter at the front of the store and here is a list that I have complied of the pros and cons of working for one of the largest fragrance companies in the world.
Pros
· Seeing all of the new arrivals before the customers
- There is nothing more exciting to see all of the new shipment that just came in. I love being one of the first people to see all of the new releases for the season. My favorite merchandise to get is the Christmas candles and the Christmas body care. There is something about the holidays at Bath and Body Works that just brings back so many happy memories. The twisted peppermint sent is my all-time favorite scent for the holiday season but this year the fragrance that is stealing my heart is the Merry Cookie/Christmas Cookie!
· The people that I work with are AMAZING
- I personally adore everyone that I work with. This is my first real job and I could not have asked for a better group of people to work with. Everyone is so encouraging, and this place is one of the greatest work environments that I have ever seen. My SLT (Store Leadership Team) is the absolute BEST. They are so patient with me, and I am forever grateful.
· Getting to smell candles all-day
- It should be no secret that I have a weakness for Bath and Body Works candles and one of my favorite aspects of my job, is when there is downtime and I go all around the store and smell the candles. My current favorite top five are:

- Caramel Drizzle
- Merry Cookie
- Pepper Mint Sugar Cookie
- Sugared Cherry Crisp
- The Perfect Christmas


· Getting to help people find their new and consistent favorite body care and fragrance.
- I am a "people person" and I love to interact with people. One of the best parts of my job is getting to help the customers shop for their significant others, kids, grandchildren, friends, or just themselves. There is nothing better than having someone walk out of the store with products and fragrances that they adore.
. The discount is pretty great!
- If there is one thing that is the bomb of working retail, it's the associate discount. It's perfect! It's also a factor in why I spend so much money. I can appreciate especially during any special occasion or holiday. I can easily get everyone their gifts at such a good cost and with the Bath and Body Works app on my phone I can get rewarded for all of my spending- Which is awesome too!
Cons
· I spend too much money!!!
- Truth be told, I spend way too much money at my work. It is practically dangerous for me to go to work! I always come back home with a new candle, body care, or sanitizer. I have spent more than I probably get paid and I'm okay with it. I somehow cannot pass up a good deal on products or the opportunity to use my discount.
If anyone is thinking of applying to be a Bath and Body Works associate, I highly recommend it! I would love to answer any questions regarding my experience working at Bath and Body Works that you may have!
