nutrition consultant

kitchen team member

retail sales associate

account representative

general manager

Just Food For Dogs

the work itself is very easy all you do is scoop food into a bag seal and press it but once you do that 300+ times you’re over it and i feel you’re not told before hand about all the physical exhaustion you’ll have after you start because yes the packing is easy but you also have to lift 50 lbs of food onto the table multiple times, sometimes you get left on your own for long periods of time and are still expected to do as much work as if you were working with another person you’re expected to pack around 180 pounds of food within 30 minutes the job itself is very cliquey so front end only talks with each other and packers only talk with themselves and the cooks are also their own group and imo the packers are overworked out of every position like every position has stuff to do but from what i’ve seen every position other than packers at least have some down time and the only time packers have downtime is when the cooks or mixers are running behind. like yes there are some good parts to this job like specifically my managers are very nice and they buy us food from time to time and they offer the whole team things they can grab for breaks like chips cookies and drinks, the pay is good and there’s lots of incentives for raises and such but in my opinion it’s not enough for the work that i’m putting into this job i almost never get time off and i’ve only been here like a little less than 3 months but i have gotten very sick in that little amount of time i worked at ralph’s for 3 years and got sick less than i have while working here like there’s body exhaustion mental and physical health are struggling schedule is always the same which can be good how you look at it but i only get two days off and they’re not even in a row and i always have four days in a row which makes me feel even more exhaustion like if you’re mentally ill (depression or sensory issues) i suggest staying away from this job it’s an extremely loud environment and makes me go into shutdowns and sensory overload and because of scheduling and the over work my depression is insane and id rather kms than go into work sometimes because yes it’s easy but all those little things add up carrying heavy food the food being too cold to press so it hurts your wrists standing for 8 hours doing the dishes for your department and also having to do the cooks dishes as well end of day clean up and reports annoying coworkers having to case up racks of food to put into backstock like i’m already gonna quit im just looking for something before i do because this job is not long term sustainable if you stay here for years you’re definitely going to have long term back and leg pain and i come home everyday feeling that pain so there’s no way

I love the concept behind JFFD and I think the company is going to do great things, but I don't think they are there quite yet. While the standard struggles of a start up are there (uncertainty and constant changes) you also deal with struggles that are not common. While they do tell you that this isn't just a "job" and that you will spend time learning, they expect you to have extensive knowledge behind the science of what we do for a very small paycheck. The pay is on no way competitive to any other companies, in the pet food industry or otherwise. You will have to pester your manager for a review and when you finally get it, they will try to lowball you with a raise that is pennies on the dollar. There is almost no room for growth within the company, likely because it is still a start up, so I cannot fault them for that. They like to say that since the company is so young, they are receptive to feedback and while they may take an idea here or there, all suggestions go to deaf ears. The turnover rate is extremely high at the company and it is blamed on employees who couldn't cut it, but when so many employees leave, at what point do you begin to look internally your own company structure? Management at the company is quite terrifying and will leave you feeling stupid when you ask a question, especially when dealing with the vet on staff. Your co workers will try and throw you under any bus to save themselves and the entire company environment is very toxic. As I stated at the beginning of this review, they are going to do great things and they already are, but if they don't begin to look inside the company for what can change, they won't see long term success.

This startup company is changing the way people feed their pets. JustFoodForDogs has single handedly created human grade, fresh prepared dog food and it's a huge hit. The company is growing and is only six years old, which means they need self starting, self motivated people to help them grow into the next level. This is not a place to go if you just want to show up and collect a pay check - there are much easier (and less fulfilling) ways to do that. But if you want to be a part of a team, a movement, and help many more pets live longer happier lives (their mission), then you want to work here. The culture is all about pets, especially dogs. Management are true dog lovers, and the company is founded by a true dog lover. 

What I love most about working at JFFD is that I get to matter. Since the company is new and young, it is receptive to employee's feedback and all level employees have a say. 

I'm not surprised that there are a few people on here that give JFFD a low rating - they didn't have what it takes to succeed in a young, growing company. They didn't want to be part of something bigger than themselves. As I've said - this is not for everyone - only truly motivated, hard working people that want purpose in their jobs.

Working for JustFoodForDogs has opened the doors to so much for me over the past four-plus years in my professional and personal life.

Starting in the Customer Service Department as a Nutrition Consultant, I grew into a management role over time. I eventually transferred to our Learning & Development department, where I advocate our mission our fresh whole foods for pets to new pack members! Additionally, I am one of the founding members of our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Committee here at JustFoodForDogs, which has been so fulfilling to highlight communities that have been under, wrongly, or misrepresented historically. As a member of the LGBTQIA+ community, I feel my voice is heard & safe at JustFoodForDogs to express my true self.

Being in an environment of like-minded individuals that share the same passion is something I have only felt at JustFoodForDogs. Team members love to collaborate & team-build, all surrounded by the premise of doing more for our pets. Being part of this company has transformed the lives of my pets, and every single pet I have seen transitioned onto the food! It sounds cliche to say I love my job, but I love my job! 

There is nowhere else I would imagine myself working.

In my short tenure at Just Food For Dogs NY I learned what it feels to work for a company where bullying is tolerated. I was hired by a guy who was solid and respectful that unfortunately left just a few weeks after my start. 

I was left with no option other than to report to a careless, arrogant and rude person. In a matter of weeks I saw / heard of many people leaving the company  just a few days/weeks after their start because, just like me, they couldn't take anymore of feeling miserable because of a sick old-fashioned "leadership" style, disrespect and disorganization. Unpredictable schedules with no clarity of time and place of work made things even worst. People hired to do a job being forced to different activities or they could simply "leave" at their will - that's what actually a colleague heard from the abusive "boss". 


Saddest thing is that the higher ups couldn't care less. Even when visiting they barely acknowledge the presence of entry level workers. No one will check up on you to see how things are going and as a result NY and NJ locations became a playground for a few "leaders" who think they are GOD. 

Horrible, horrible experience!

This company is so toxic that they DO NOT stand for there mission and values of the company itself. The management team is very toxic, unprofessional and will make you feel unappreciated of the hard work you have done. The benefits are garbage as you have no time for your loved ones because they underpay and overwork you. They try to find every little thing against you to make you look bad in the company. They DO NOT follow GMP’s, safety guidelines and policies. As food goes, they use expired products and ship it out claiming the food is great. It’s not good at all, this made my dog vomit and bleed as I took my dog to the hospital and was told it was the food. You have NO WORK/LIFE balance, hostile/toxic environment and everyone in the company is fake. If you want to work for a company like this, good luck to you. This place is horrible with staff and employees and suggest to stay away and find a better job environment where people will treat you kind and appreciate the hard work. 

In time this company will be simply a phenomenal organization to work for. If you are a mission driven, process-centric professional that love pets (like I do) you will have found Meca. 

The Organization clearly has its own style of communication and leadership. Much more  like industrial production environments versus the hospitality background that I was recruited from.  That will take some adjustments, at least it did for me but the growing pains are worth it. 

 Do not bring your ideas to this party, follow their’s. One quote that I have heard over and over in this organization is “stay in your lane“, you’ve got to understand this.

The job itself is very physical and very fast paced. Machines are constantly acting up due to their high volume production levels so it is very important as a supervisor to be able to think on their toes. Communication is great amongst supervisors, but has room for improvement between upper management and kitchen management.  The team members are all very supportive of each other which makes the job fun! Problems do arise often since the job is in a kitchen, food can be difficult to work with due to strict rules and policies to keep it safe. Therefore, the ability to react fast and come up with quick solutions is a must for any supervisor working in the kitchen This job has taught me so much, and has really gotten me well practiced in being able to react fast and solve the issues at hand. Just Food For Dogs is a fun and fast paced environment and great for those who do not mind manual labor!

JustFoodForDogs is a fast-growing brand and is still rapidly expanding nationwide. This is a place where you'll likely never be bored. Every day poses a new challenge, goal to reach, or problem to solve. People gravitate to this company for its strong tie to its mission and when surrounded by a solid team and strong leadership every individual has the opportunity to make a positive impact on the industry. Although being part of such crazy brand growth is not for the faint of heart, it provides the movers and shakers of the world a place to congregate and continue to drive change. In the time I've been here the company has not only developed multiple new departments focused on animal health and wellness, but also implemented many DE&I incentives to support employee inclusion and wellness. It's exciting to see the organization moving in the right direction to care for and support employees the same way it already does for our pets.

A typical day at work: Boring, Repetitive, Exhaustive
What I learned: How not to treat people as a leader. Also learned that above your GM there's nobody you can count on.
Management: Immature, Inexperienced, Entitled 
Workplace Culture: No respect, Lack of transparency and Communication
Hardest part of the Job: Deal with the lack of assertiveness of my GM
Most enjoyable part of the work: Days off

This company needs a serious study. I spend six months working in a kitchen with a lot of unnecessary stress (because everything is basically a mess) and drama (because hiring mature people it's clearly not their strength). GM and AGM were careless and arrogant, yet both inexperienced. The GM always with that ironic smile on the face because she was one of the "insiders" as we called it. This is JFFD: all about who you are and who you know there (or who you are married to). Everyone is treated differently and according to interests that goes  beyond your control. Seen so many good people leaving the company because they could not stand how unfair this company is with it's own people.

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