Is it hard to get hired as a HR at Starbucks?

HR applicants have rated the interview process at Starbucks with 2.8 out of 5 (where 5 is the highest level of difficulty) and assessed their interview experience as 50% positive. To compare, the company-average is 74.9% positive. This is according to Glassdoor user ratings.

How long does it take to get hired as a HR at Starbucks?

Candidates applying for HR roles take an average of 12 days to get hired, when considering 6 user submitted interviews for this role. To compare, the hiring process at Starbucks overall takes an average of 14 days.

Where can I find Starbucks interview experiences by job title?

Barista (45106) ; Shift Supervisor (9837) ; Cashier/Barista (4311) ; Store Manager (3154) ; Supervisor (1121) ; Barista, Shift Supervisor (958) ; Barista Trainer (844) ; Starbucks-Barista (740) ; Manager (660) ; Shift Manager (588) ; Cashier (460) ; Assistant Manager (380) ; Partner (331) ; Assistant Store Manager (326) ; Shift Lead (289)

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based on 6 ratings - Updated Mar 28, 2026

Average interview difficulty

Mostly positive interview experience

How others got an interview

100%
Applied online
Applied online

Interview search

6 interviews

Human Resources Interview

Mar 28, 2026

Anonymous Interview Candidate

Declined offer

Positive experience

Easy interview

Application

I applied online. I interviewed at Starbucks (Washington, DC) in Jul 2025

Interview

Quick & Easy. Recruiter was efficient and friendly. Very quickly shared details about comp and position duties. I felt informed and prepared to make next steps decisions. The total rewards package was as not a good fit but the experience with the company recruiter was.

Interview questions [1]

Question 1

They asked me about salary requirements

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Starbucks response

3mo

We’re grateful for your feedback and pleased to know your experience with our interview process was enjoyable.

HR Interview

Aug 12, 2024

Anonymous Interview Candidate

No offer

Neutral experience

Average interview

Application

I interviewed at Starbucks (New York, NY)

Interview

Very corporate; I would recommend really understanding what Starbucks is looking for and what they are battling. Do your research and understand if this is the right fit for you!

Interview questions [1]

Question 1

Describe a time where you had to handle a very difficult employee dispute.

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Human Resources Interview

Jul 18, 2023

Anonymous Interview Candidate

No offer

Neutral experience

Average interview

Application

I interviewed at Starbucks (Tokyo)

Interview

Two people interviewed me, fairly standard set of questions like self-introduction, past work experience, reason for seeking a new job, why did you choose Starbucks as part of your job search, etc.

Interview questions [1]

Question 1

Q. Why did you choose Starbucks as part of your job search?

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