Pros
-Travel and language-learning opportunities are available for Managers and above. The "Future Leader" program (if it still exists) is quite cushy. - Opportunity to be on the ground floor of a proven business concept in a new country. This type of opportunity certainly doesn't present itself very often. -My experience at Lidl taught me to scrutinize all potential employment opportunities, and to avoid being swayed by propaganda spewed by recruitment professionals and senior management alike.
Cons
-Managers are compensated handsomely, even though they may have absolutely no relevant work experience. Lower-level employees are considered second-class citizens and are paid poorly in comparison, especially considering that the DC metro area is one of the most expensive areas in the country. -Incredibly demanding and demeaning senior management. Belittlement and intimidation are used quite often. Never in my life have I been made to feel so completely worthless and unintelligent. So much for "Respect"... -Complete disregard of many local rules and regulations -The company does a fabulous job of tugging on the heart strings of young, naive college grads ("Travel!", "Startups!", "Success!", "Change the Grocery Industry Forever!"). While all companies love to embellish how great they are, Lidl's propaganda machine is especially well-oiled. At the end of the day, no matter how hard this company tries to sell themselves as a hip and trendy startup, it is important to remember that they are just a big grocery chain run by narcissists.