Poor management, scheduled and expected to work during hours marked as unavailable, poor communication between management which results in employee punishment
Advice
Don't do it
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Barista
March 2017 • Salem, OR
What I liked
It’s fun and good experience
What I wish was different
Not much rn
Advice
A barista job is a good one while in school
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Barista
April 2018 - August 2020 • Portland, OR
What I liked
I liked the environment and the flexible hours to work
What I wish was different
While working their I had brought concerns to management and they were ignored and not handled properly, which led to me quitting.
Advice
Stand your ground, and have expectations. Do not let yourself be taken for granted.
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Barista
August 2018 - July 2020 • Ashland, OR
What I liked
Great experience to gain customer service skills
What I wish was different
Advice
Indulge in the experience at Dutch Bros, don’t be afraid to be yourself and get close with customers.
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Barista
June 2019 • Tucson, AZ
What I liked
Everything
What I wish was different
The sun could be a little less hot
Advice
Great place lots of growth
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Barista
May 2017 • McMinnville, OR
What I liked
Flexible schedule, good pay, networking opportunities, memorable interactions.
What I wish was different
Nothing at all.
Advice
This is a wonderful company to work for while going to school.
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Barista
March 2018 • Salem, OR
What I liked
Love the people and environment
What I wish was different
Wish I didn’t end Up having to transfer stands
Advice
Love all serve all
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Barista
May 2019 • Rocklin, CA
What I liked
The customers!
What I wish was different
Training
Advice
Do your best to stay positive!
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Barista
November 2018 • Eugene, OR
What I liked
Great people, works with school schedule and very flexible if I need more time spent on school work
What I wish was different
It would have been better if it was close to campus, the commode each way is just under and hour so it sometimes cut into my homework time
Advice
Take every moment as an experience. Show people the kindness you wish to receive
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barista
June 2019 • Portland, OR
What I liked
I love the people and work environment!
What I wish was different
Absolutely nothing!
Advice
Go into any job with an open mind and willingness for critique
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Broista
April 2019 • Meridian, ID
What I liked
The ability to develop trust between customers to provide them a top-notch experience.
What I wish was different
Understanding of outside requirements.
Advice
Go for it.
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Barista
June - October 2019 • Davis, CA
What I liked
It was really fun talking to the customers and making regulars.
What I wish was different
I wish the management was handled better. Scheduling was terrible and often interfering with time you had requested off such as class, other jobs, etc.
Advice
It’s fun due to the experience you make with customers, but it gets to a point when the management begins going through your belongings, getting upset for wanting to go on your ten minute break, etc.
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Barist
October 2017 • Klamath Falls, OR
What I liked
It’s a fun and loving environment. We get to interact with community and also do give back days.
What I wish was different
I wish that we would do more specials to bring people in.
Advice
Dutch has been a great experience, they teach you about gratitude and support you when this get sideways. It’s very humbling.
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Barista
July - August 2019 • Prescott, AZ
What I liked
I liked the atmosphere and how I was easily welcomed by the team. I was able to work long hours and make good money
What I wish was different
I wish that I would have had the opportunity to start earlier
Advice
I would advise that you should put your application in early and constantly talk to the managers.
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Barista
May 2019 • Chico, CA
What I liked
I absolutely love the culture at Dutch Bros. and all the people I have met.
What I wish was different
Nothing at al..
Advice
Spread positivity, always.
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Barista
October 2018 - July 2019 • Pasco, WA
What I liked
The atmosphere in the coffee stand was extremely positive majority of the time. I got very close with all of my coworkers and they're still my best friends even 3 months after moving away from them. I also got close with a lot of my customers and they still keep in contact with me. I got to be crazy fun self every day at work while listening to loud music and making people's day.
What I wish was different
There's not a lot I would change. The main thing I'd say is that some people in the shift lead positions were very young and a bit too immature for the crazy amount of stress that comes with how busy our stand would get. There was drama from time to time, but for the most part it was a positive experience.
Advice
If you ever work at dutch bros, be 100% yourself. No one likes someone who acts nice at work and is completely different otherwise. Be accepting of everyone and just have fun. It's the best job I've ever had.
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Barista
July - September 2019 • Phoenix, AZ
What I liked
I loved the people that I worked with. We had a great time on shift, and did some pretty cool things outside of work.
What I wish was different
I wish I could have been their longer.
Advice
Work is not the reason I went to Arizona, but even still, while I was there I made some valuable connections. Networking (social) is always a great tool to have on hand.
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Barista
May 2017 • Redding, CA
What I liked
Awesome people, customers, schedule, environment
What I wish was different
Nothing
Advice
I think everyone should work in a customer service job at least once in their life.
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Barista
May 2017 • McMinnville, OR
What I liked
Positive work environment and great networking opportunities.
What I wish was different
Advice
This company is very flexible with school schedules and gives you a variety of work skills.
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Barista
May 2016 - August 2018 • Portland, OR
What I liked
I loved working there. The customers, the people, everything!
What I wish was different
The management.
Advice
You have to be very open and talkative to have this job.
