Belk’s debt load even after Feb 2021’s one day chapter 11 bankruptcy is unsustainably high, a massive $1.5 billion, which was brought on by (let’s be clear executives) NOT by Covid. The bankruptcy only shed $450 million in debt, Experts say that this... — read more 

When do we usually hear about closing stores for the year? Is it in January or sometime later?

__I know a few people who are looking for a job outside of this industry after having a bad experience at Belk. I don’t know why but people are starting to identify Belk with the industry itself? There is no ideal company for sure, but there are... — read more 

I am mentally preparing to hear the news of my store closing. At the moment, it is very likely that this will happen. That is why I am increasingly interested in the details of severance pay. Hopefully, there have been no changes in severance... — read more 

After the thousands of employee complaints, customer complaints, associates quitting, managers quitting, executives quitting, lawsuits, bankruptcy, claims of racism, se-ual harassment, age descrimination, shady business deals, not paying vendors and... — read more 

lots of stores with positive cases are not alerting their staff, this is dangerous and selfish of belk. all they are about is money.

I have to close the store, be back at 3AM, work a ten hour shift, go home for five hours, then be back at 5 to close the store again. This is not gonna happen. store manager needs to pick up the slack. I’m gonna quit!

This is bs and I guarantee there will be several callouts. Im definitely gonna be one

This is literally driving me crazy! I can’t wait to become unavailable forever for this company. Until then I am available for Belk even my days off. I guess I'm not the only one, but I really don't know how to position myself. I have kids and I... — read more 

Just wondering...does Belk still use it's own employees to conduct inventory? This was one of the many mo--nic policies that contributed to walking out 3 years ago. BTW - 9+ year employee $9.45 per hour

old Lisa has been very quiet since she took her new made up position. What has she been up to?

Our Restrooms are closed for a least a month, sewer line broke, we have to go to other stores or restaurants to use theirs, dont complain it can also get worse, like we have it

It would be easier for me to work in a company that is doing badly, which could not provide higher pay to employees, but in which leadership is better and has some vision for the benefit of both the company and employees in the future. However, when... — read more 

If a business is doing well, the owners do not keep the financials a secret. If a business is doing well, the owners give the employees a bonus to show appreciation. If a business is doing well, owners invest in the company and improve the image of... — read more 

I'm pretty new here and I'm still only doing the job I applied for. Many here say they do a lot of jobs for which they didn't apply for. +++++ It would be interesting to hear what are the jobs that people do here in addition to the one they were... — read more 

Don’t expect this to be relayed to store level workers or even store level managers, but the higher ups at Belk have admitted that the “one belk” strategy and uninspiring new design of stores has proven to be a major failure. However, Sycamore does... — read more 

I'm gone. Stay safe, be well, and enjoy the Holidays.

Y’all ever read the About Belk section on this site? Seems a little outdated 😂 Upscale, family owned, 2008 revenue… About Belk: Belk, Inc. is a large US Based upscale department store chain. It is the nation's largest family owned and operated... — read more 

Since someone here has mentioned hiring more than 5,000 full-time, part-time and seasonal employees to fill sales, beauty and operational positions, lets discuss it. Do you think Belk has really hired so many employees? I don't. I don't think even... — read more 

Age, race, income, education level? Any guesses? Anyone? anyone? Bueller. Bueller. Bueller. Bueller.

Employees are forming a union soon at Belk, Lots are talking about it, more details to follow.........

If a company is not addressing the elephant in the room, it’s time to move on. Everyone knows there is a BIG elephant in the room with Belk.

I have a set schedule so I don’t have to worry about making plans and not knowing my schedule for the next week. I have paid holidays (not just Christmas) so I can see my family and not have to worry. No one has screamed at or berated me for not... — read more 

Don’t accept subpar pay, poor working conditions, horrible managers, and a company with NO transparency, join the Belk employee protest on December 24th, most Belk stores will be open until 6pm on Christmas Eve. Stop being exploited! You, yes YOU... — read more 

I’m currently checking out better places where I could maybe get a job, but I’m pretty limited because I don’t have a great skillset. Anyway, I still think I'll be able to find something better. I gave myself a deadline that I have to get out of here... — read more 

Belk Strong chapter 11, Go liquidation!! Executives GO to jail for fraud!!!

Belk sales are increasing daily with the afterpay offerings. Stores are seeing an increase along with Belk’s spectacular omnichannel offerings. Belk leadership is moving Belk toward the next generation offering top quality merchandise! go belk!!!! — read more 

It’s fun to complain, this webpage is entertaining Every one of Belk’s executive team members has a checkered work history I am retired and haven’t worked for Belk since 2018, but find it enjoyable to read all the comments here Store... — read more 

According to my free estimate: 85 percent of employees are here because they can't find anything better because they don't have the skills 10 percent of employees are still not even trying to find something better 5 percent of employees find... — read more 

I don't remember a time when it was easier to leave a lousy job for a much better opportunity than now. I quit a month ago and my new position has better pay and benefits AND it came with a sign-on bonus. Every single person that works here deserves... — read more 

this can be a way to determine what the future holds? If the company does not intended to keep locations open, they Will not extend leases on locations.

To sell Belk or not to sell that is the question for Sycamore Partners Hedge Fund in coming 2022. It is not about buying a company to make it better but to squeeze out maximum money and profits before leaving Belk heavy in debts. Actions speak louder... — read more 

Are any store managers currently looking for new employment outside of the typical retail industry positions that most store managers move to (target, tj maxx, Macy’s, wal mart?) just wondering if anyone who is a store manager has decided to get out... — read more 

I'm not sure how they plan on increasing foot traffic when our stores are a dumpster fire and they have been like that not for months but for years. The worst part is, it seems like nobody cares and nobody is trying to do anything about it. It feels... — read more 

Out with the old in with the new! https://www.retaildive.com/news/belk-afterpay-partner-on-buy-now-pay-later-service/611165/

Have you ever seen a company hound customers about emails and apps like Belk?

Anyone who has the ability to move on from Belk....should do just that. Don’t wait for it to get better....it won’t...in fact. It will get worse. Don’t wait for sales to improve...they won’t. Private equity firm Sycamore Partners, knows the final... — read more