Starbucks Coffee Company

Barista

October 2020 • Tucson, AZ

What I liked

I like learning about coffee and the environment that Starbucks provide. My coworkers are very helpful and respectful.

What I wish was different

I with I had more "training" time before I was solo on the floor

Advice

Take notes when learning new recipes!

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Barista

December 2018 • Allston, MA

What I liked

Flexible hours, great for people who are students. Can get a Food and Drink Mark out each day Friendly environment Can always build on your customer service skills

What I wish was different

Advice

Have strong communication with fellow Baristas, Managers and Boss. Make sure you can get along with other fellow Baristas, your working environment will be better.

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Barista

August 2019 • Tucson, AZ

What I liked

I liked the environment and my boss

What I wish was different

My hours were inconsistent

Advice

It's a hard job; fast paced and stressful at times

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Barista

December 2019 - March 2020 • Fremont, CA

What I liked

staff, easy to do, hours

What I wish was different

more staffing

Advice

go in with an open mind

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Barista

August 2020 • Houston, TX

What I liked

The environment and how I felt like I was wanted

What I wish was different

My training experience

Advice

No matter what keep improving

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Barista

March 2019 • Puyallup, WA

What I liked

I love meeting new people and serving them

What I wish was different

Advice

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Barista

April - August 2021 • Riverhead, NY

What I liked

Co-workers are kind

What I wish was different

They did not train me

Advice

Be quick on your toes

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Barista

April 2018 • Doylestown, PA

What I liked

The benefits offered by the company and the ability to train for managerial positions easily.

What I wish was different

Advice

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Barista

June 2019 • Concord, NC

What I liked

I enjoy the partners I've had the chance to meet, know, and work with. I have not had any issues when it comes to working with supportive co-workers. I really look forward to helping others out whenever I can. During the coronavirus pandemic, my company has taken ethical protocol to ensure not only the customers are safe but the employees as well.

What I wish was different

I wish I had been able to transfer to a closer location sooner to cut down on my commute time and allow more focus on my studies.

Advice

This was the best decision I made for myself. I had a surprise pregnancy and had not finished my education goals, nor had I established a career for myself. I'm forever grateful of the opportunity Starbucks gave me as a chance to work with such a flexible schedule like mine and finish my degree with Arizona State University.

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Barista

December 2020 - August 2021 • Vernon Hills, IL

What I liked

I enjoyed the customer service

What I wish was different

I wish I had been able to have more time flexibility

Advice

Don’t work 40 hours while in school

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Barista

May - August 2021 • Edmond, OK

What I liked

I really loved the people I worked with. For the most part, they were driven, fun, and passionate about doing well no matter what job they were doing. My manager was also, for the most part, patient and dedicated. All of my shift managers were great.

What I wish was different

I wish more training was given - each job needs several days of work, and I constantly made mistakes because I didn't know all the tiny details yet.

Advice

For future baristas, be prepared to work hard and work quickly. Be willing to learn and become friends with your fellow baristas - drama will kill your team, but bonding will make the team work well even during the rush.

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Barista

March 2019 • Seattle, WA

What I liked

the people and culture

What I wish was different

the customers and how they sometimes treated us very badly

Advice

make sure you work with the right people because they will either make or break your experience at a job

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Barista

May 2019 • Fort Wayne, IN

What I liked

I enjoy the people I work with, and collaborating with them to ensure maximum customer satisfaction.

What I wish was different

I would like to be paid a little more, but I am actively searching for growth.

Advice

Keep a positive attitude, it reflects to your customers how you are feeling, even if you are trying to fake it to make it.

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Barista/ IT Consult

September 2021 • Milwaukee, WI

What I liked

I love how everyone is nice and helpful. They make sure you learn what needs to be done without feeling pressure. In addition, everyone is welcoming and makes sure that you feel comfortable.