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Crossword Bookstores

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3.5

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Crossword Bookstores Reviews

Updated 17 Mar, 2025
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3.5/5
based on 157 reviews

negative trend 12% below industry's average

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Rating distribution

Category Ratings

3.4

Job security

3.3

Work-life balance

3.3

Skill development

3.1

Company culture

3.0

Salary

3.0

Work satisfaction

2.8

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What employees say about Crossword Bookstores?

Insights from employee reviews on AmbitionBox

Workplace insights

Work from office

Work from office

89% employees reported

Rotational Shift

Rotational Shift

33% employees reported

Flexible timing

Flexible timing

53% employees reported

No travel

No travel

49% employees reported

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Gender based rating

4.3
female

Rated by Women

22 reviews

3.3
male

Rated by Men

120 reviews

Crossword Bookstores is rated 3.5 out of 5 stars on AmbitionBox, based on 157 company reviews.This rating reflects an average employee experience, indicating moderate satisfact ... Read more
Crossword Bookstores is rated 3.5 out of 5 stars on AmbitionBox, based on 157 company reviews.This rating reflects an average employee experience, indicating moderate satisfaction with the company’s work culture, benefits, and career growth opportunities. AmbitionBox gathers authentic employee reviews and ratings, making it a trusted platform for job seekers and employees in India.

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Latest Crossword Bookstores Employee Reviews

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Salesman in
Sales Support & Operations
5.0

  •  posted on 17 Mar 2025

Dislikes:
Sale karta thaa billing ka kam bhi karta thaa+costmar hendl karta thaa
Manager in Pune
Accounting & Taxation
3.0

  •  posted on 17 Mar 2025

Dislikes:
  • Skill development - Poor
  • Job security - Poor
    • +3 more
Store Manager in Pune
Retail Store Operations
1.0

  •  posted on 22 Feb 2025

Dislikes:
  • Salary - Poor
  • Skill development - Poor
    • +2 more
Customer Service in Pune
Customer Success
1.0

  •  posted on 21 Feb 2025

Dislikes:
Huge politics Irregular duty. Upto 24 hours working Politics by cluster manager and sale... read more
  • Salary - Bad
    • +6 more
Power BI Developer in Pune
Business Intelligence & Analytics
1.0

  •  posted on 21 Feb 2025

Dislikes:
No job security....they will ask you to not come from tommorw.
  • Salary - Bad
    • +6 more
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Is Crossword Bookstores a good place to work for?
The experience of working at any company can vary based on factors like team, manager, role, company policy etc. However, with an overall rating of 3.5 out of 5 from over 157 employee reviews, it's clear that most employees have an average experience working at Crossword Bookstores. Job security holds the highest rating at 3.4, while career growth is rated the lowest amongst all factors at 2.8. Read reviews about job security and career growth on AmbitionBox.
How does Crossword Bookstores’s employee rating compare to the industry average?
Crossword Bookstores's employee rating of 3.5 out of 5 is below the industry average of 4.0 out of 5 for companies within the Retail sector. This rating suggests that Crossword Bookstores faces some challenges in employee satisfaction compared to its industry peers. It indicates that while Crossword Bookstores performs relatively well, there may be specific areas where improvements could be made to better align with or exceed the industry standard.
Does Crossword Bookstores pay their employees well?
According to AmbitionBox reviews, Crossword Bookstores employees rate their salary and benefits at 3.0 out of 5, based on 157 reviews. The rating reflects an average level of satisfaction among employees regarding compensation and benefits, indicating that while employees find the compensation and benefits acceptable, there is room for improvement in these areas. You can know more about Crossword Bookstores salaries here and to read reviews specifically about salary and benefits at Crossword Bookstores, click here .
How is the work culture at Crossword Bookstores?
Work culture at Crossword Bookstores is rated 3.1 out of 5 by 157 employees on AmbitionBox, indicating an average environment. Work culture encompasses aspects like collaboration, support, and overall employee satisfaction. The rating reflects that while some aspects of the work culture are satisfactory, there is room for improvement in certain areas.To read reviews specifically about work culture at Crossword Bookstores, click here .
How is the job security at Crossword Bookstores?
Based on 157 reviews on AmbitionBox, Crossword Bookstores employees rate job security at 3.4 out of 5. This lower rating indicates that a significant number of employees may have concerns about their job stability and the reliability of their roles at Crossword Bookstores. To read reviews about job security at Crossword Bookstores, click here .
Is work from home available at Crossword Bookstores?
According to AmbitionBox, 8% of Crossword Bookstores employees work from home permanently, 89% work from the office, and 3% follow a hybrid model, based on 27 reviews in the last 6 months. This indicates an inclination for in-office work arrangements with fewer remote options. To read reviews specifically about work-life balance, click here.

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AmbitionBox has 157 Crossword Bookstores reviews submitted by Crossword Bookstores employees. Read reviews on salaries, working hours, work culture, office environment, and more to know if Crossword Bookstores is the right company for you. ... 33% of employees reported the working days at Crossword Bookstores as Rotational Shift. 53% employees reported the work timings at Crossword Bookstores as Flexible timing. Read more
Crossword Bookstores Salaries in India
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Customer Care Associate
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Assistant Store Manager
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Employee Benefits at Crossword Bookstores
freemeal
Free meal
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cab
Office cab/shuttle
1 total response
healthInsurance
Health insurance
4 total responses
softskill
Job/Soft skill training
6 total responses
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