Starbucks reviews

Starbucks has become devoid of all personality in its stores and employees. When I started, we were allowed to wear unique pins on our aprons, we were allowed to wear shirts with soft patterns and muted colors, and could wear hats we wanted as long as it was within health code in our state. Now, there are no pins allowed on aprons, dress code is plain black or starbucks-speficic shirts and only starbucks hats allowed. Starbucks used to be a "third space" where people could come and sit down, use the bathroom, ask for water even if they didn't order anything. Starbucks has since revoked that "third space" policy it built its brand on and now you are not allowed to sit in a Starbucks, ask for water, or use the bathroom without being a paying customer. They will overwork you and still won't give you the hours needed to survive. Shifts are understaffed, having a maximum of five people to deal with the morning rush and then dropping down to three for the rest of the day. Corporate does not respect any of their employees.

In all honesty, this is NOT an easy job. I would put Starbucks in the fast food category, despite their desire to be a third place for people, and to be a cozy coffee shop. I think they risen so much in popularity within a culture that expects fast service that they have to keep up. We are often focused on keeping our drive through times down, as well as not getting behind in making coffee and food orders. I appreciate all that Starbucks has done for me, and recommend for part-time benefits and the free tuition, but don't expect to make an easy buck, You will work hard for the small amount you make.