Starbucks Coffee Company

Barista

January 2019 • New York City, NY

What I liked

I like working with a team who will support and appreciate me, teaching me as I grow into the company. I also enjoy making customer connections with usual customers and making their experience great.

What I wish was different

I would want to train longer because there's a lot of stuff to learn. After training for a week and a half, they put you on the floor right away.

Advice

Make sure you try your best. The work is fast paced and it may take a while to get better, but as long as you communicate that you need help, you'll have a better experience.

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Barista

June - August 2019 • Buena Park, CA

What I liked

I loved being able to learn how to make some of my favorite drinks. Also the overall experience I was gaining such as handling money and customer service.

What I wish was different

I wish I had spoke up when there were certain things happening that shouldn’t have happened in a work space.

Advice

I would say to get to know the company because that can be used as motivation when you go into work.

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Barista

July 2019 • Palm Harbor, FL

What I liked

Coworkers were nice, the pay was good, tips were a benefit

What I wish was different

Training was difficult and there is not a lot of review

Advice

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Barista

May - August 2019 • Henrietta, NY

What I liked

I love working with a team of friendly people, all there to help every customer have a good day. I also loved learning more about coffee and being able to teach the customers/ give them recommendations based on what I learned.

What I wish was different

There is really nothing I think that i would have changed.

Advice

I have always wanted to work for Starbucks but was always scared to apply. But working there was awesome! It honestly met all my expectations. If there is something that you have always wanted to do/try just go for it! The worst that could happen is that it doesn't work out and a failed opportunity is much better than a missed one.

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Barista

May - August 2019 • Tampa, FL

What I liked

The feeling, the warmth of my coworkers, the location, amicable customers

What I wish was different

More flexibility with the shifts

Advice

Quizlet is your best friend for memorizing drinks

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Barista

March 2019 • Tucson, AZ

What I liked

I enjoyed crafting drinks

What I wish was different

Advice

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Starbucks supervisor

August 2018 • Tempe, AZ

What I liked

Flexible schedule

What I wish was different

Salary

Advice

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Shift Supervisor

April 2015 • Glen Allen, VA

What I liked

Love my coworkers. Love the flexibility.

What I wish was different

Hate the pay.

Advice

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Barista

May 2018 - August 2019 • North Kingstown, RI

What I liked

The experience and my coworkers

What I wish was different

My manager was not understanding and was rude to customers and workers

Advice

It was a great way to meet new people. Keep a positive composure and smile on your face the whole time

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Barista

June - August 2019 • Las Vegas, NV

What I liked

Making tips, serving coffee.

What I wish was different

More support from management, especially staffing appropriate labor so I wouldn't have to cover shifts alone so frequently.

Advice

Don't make it a bigger deal than it is, at the end of the day your'e just making coffee and it is not worth killing yourself over.

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Barista

July 2016 - August 2019 • San Francisco, CA

What I liked

Fast-paced job and interacting with customers.

What I wish was different

N/A

Advice

Have fun and enjoy the experience in learning the recipes.

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General Manager

August 2019 • Oklahoma City, OK

What I liked

It's very nice and generally easy to pick up. I like managing, and this gives a lot more responsibility to the general manager.

What I wish was different

Longer training. It's a lot of this is your first time with a much responsibility.

Advice

Just go for it. You'll do great.

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Barista

June 2019 • Perry Hall, MD

What I liked

It is fast paced and a fun environment to work in. I love my coworkers and the job itself is never boring. I really enjoy making all the different drinks and making customer connections. The benefits for this company are fantastic and very accommodating for all different circumstances people may be going through.

What I wish was different

The training is a bit rigorous and may be overwhelming for some people. However, my coworkers really helped me out and taught me and guided me through anything I was uncertain of.

Advice

Do not let the first couple of weeks scare you away. It is a lot of information to take in and learn, but you will adapt quickly and pick things up.

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Starbucks

September 2019 • Phoenix, AZ

What I liked

The benefits were awesome!

What I wish was different

The scheduling, incredibly difficult to get time off unless it was 3 weeks in advance.

Advice

It’s not as hard as it seems, and the benefits are pretty nice.

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Barista

April 2017 • Alameda, CA

What I liked

I love my co-workers and the benefits package they provide us.

What I wish was different

The hours/productivity/forecasting systems. They always give us less hours than we need.

Advice

The works is really hard. But the people you meet and the connections you make are worth the trouble.

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Barista

June - August 2019 • New York City, NY

What I liked

I liked that it allowed me to grow quickly.

What I wish was different

I was able to stay longer.

Advice

Make the most out of it and take it seriously.

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Barista

July - September 2019 • Gloucester County, VA

What I liked

They valued my effort. Everyone helped each other.

What I wish was different

The pay is a little low for what you are asked to do.

Advice

You really have to be a team player to work at Starbucks.

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Starbucks Barista

October 2016 • Palo Alto, CA

What I liked

I like the overall environment and being able to interact with different people throughout the entire day, and how fast paced it was.

What I wish was different

The hours I was scheduled.

Advice

If you are someone who wants to gain work experience at a young age, I would definitely apply here because you will be able to learn many skills you could take to your career such as multitasking, organization, and what good customer service looks like.

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