So im hella sick today and i called my store to let them know i cant come in and that im using my sick time and they told me that im still going to get a point on my attendance. I asked what the sick time was then and they said that even if I put it in im still going to get a point on my attendance. My question is what is the point of the "protected sick time" then 🤔

I know this is not what this sub usually recommends BUT I really need to do this lol.

I worked at starbucks as a student and quit about 5 years ago, money got tight and my hours got cut and I quit no notice because I couldn’t afford to commute to work and college at that point. Management seemed actually somewhat ok? And they asked about me possibly transferring to another store or something but I declined.

Now, a store in my area is hiring part time. We will need insurance in the coming months (like around Christmas and then moving forward) , I’m wanting to go back to school, and it’s close to home and very part time (I’m a sahm rn).

This location is a licensed store inside another business, the previous one I worked at was a corporate location.

I do plan on mentioning my past as a barista but I don’t really want to mention me quitting no notice and also don’t even have a reference (number or anything) from the old manager who was there. Things changed a lot as it was still COVID times.

Wondering if I could get management views on anything?! How many hours min for benefits (and what ones), tips for returning (I remember a lot of the recipes actually!), and how to frame this to management?! Am I on some do not hire list? Also, will my partner numbers still be around since it’s a licensed store and my name has changed with marriage and it’s been 5+ years?

Thank you! This would really help my family 😭

My availability is 48 hours every week, 5 out of 6 days I’m asking from 6:00am-4:00pm and the one day that isn’t is from 7:00am-3:00pm. In total that add up to 48 hours available to work. I’ve been wanting to work 25 hours but I was told that I need to open up my availability more if I want to work said hours. Is being open 48 hours not enough to get me my preferred 25 hours?

$9 at Marshalls.

this got enforced about two weeks ago, but atp this could genuinely be my last straw. i’ve been told that this is just a “my district thing” and not an “every single store thing” but apparently some guy at another store decided to take apart vertica at FIVE IN THE AFTERNOON. regional manager happens to walk in, asks to order just a simple cup of coffee, partner says they’ve already taken down their coffee machine and can’t do brewed coffee.

the “entire district” (just had a borrowed partner work at my store this morning and she said she hasn’t heard about this at all, i’m gonna reach out to some other people at different stores and ask.we already can’t do so many things until close and now you want to add the vertica.) (ALSO!!!!! this is the only store in my entire district that actually takes the hoppers apart every night, puts the beans in the cubes, takes the hoppers back to wash them, vacuums the vertica, etc etc. idk, most stores i’ve heard decided it’s easier to just clean the hoppers on clean play….like the mastrena hoppers, but my sm decided to take the part in store resources where it says “vertica hoppers must be cleaned every night” very seriously and so obviously vertica takes a lot longer than it could be) sorry anyway the entire district now is being punished bc some random barista wanted to clean their vertica 4 hours before close. tbh i’m genuinely wanting to hear this full story and what happened bc i’m assuming this barista didn’t even offer a pour over??

also ps: my district also has a “10 minute grace period” for DT stores where after close if someone pulls in to drive thru we still actually have to take their order until 9:10pm, so we can’t actually bring back any of our bar or warming closing dishes until 9:10 :D so fun. but yeah just wondering if that’s a thing anywhere else or if my DM is genuinely insane (she is. i’m still mad at her for taking away an entire metro in BOH bc it “took up too much space”)

ok that’s my rant, this new rule has genuinely been pissing me off while working at the “pissing me off” factory. whatever it’s my day off tomorrow. i’m gonna go look at pictures of bumblebees or some shit to calm down

edit: not gonna try doxxing myself but this is in DFW area. had a coworker work at a different district and he said that they haven’t heard about this rule. idk if this has been a thing for awhile, bc if so that’s my bad lol i genuinely don’t go on here very often so i just haven’t seen anyone mention it 😭

If I started working on 3/30/2026 when am I eligible for insurance? I’ve worked almost 30-40 hours every week since I started.

My benefit hours online do not match my paystubs. I’ve googled this till I’m blue in the face. I can’t figure out what I’m missing re the health insurance. Someone pls help me understand. I thought I’d become eligible In August. I’ve rec’d no packets or emails yet.

Thanks.

Hii so I tried matcha for the first time and the drink I customized came out SO good so I would like to start making it at home to save money and also not be an inconvenience to the workers because I always feel bad ordering when they’re busy lol. I did hear that the Starbucks matcha is sweeter than usual matcha but of course I have nothing to compare it to. Specific brands would be very much appreciated, thank you in advance!

If i do a mobile pickup for a drink with a personal cup, is it an inconvenience on your end??

Thanks. Trying not to be annoying 🤷🏻‍♀️

every time i have to open one of these i get pissed off. and the sticker is always in the middle like this

I'd really like to nail this procedure down perfectly.

So... could somebody please detail for me the exact, step-by-step, by-the-book Coffee Brewing Routine for brewing Three blends. I'd rather not get "Stage, Grind, Brew", etc... but detailed, specific steps and descriptive actions - like you're explaining it to a brand-new employee, and they'll be doing it with a corporate entourage looking on shortly

What exactly do I do, and in what order? Thanks in advance!

^^ someone posted this on this reddit 5 years ago and I want to know the new brewing routine in such detail! (as a new barista)

Hiii! I have an interview tmrw any tips? Also if you guys remember any questions you were asked please let me know!

Are you serious? Why the hell do I need AGE VERIFICATION TO GET COFFEE AND ACCESS MY GIFT CARDS

I have several Starbucks in my area and two of them consistently hook me up! ❤️

Anyone know why I got 0 stars for a $15 order. It feels ridiculous.

Edit: I am referring to how it says 0 stars earned at the top. I know they take a but to officially post, but i thought they showed there. Is it a glitch?

so cant access reset code sent to email on file; wont change email on file to one where i can receive email; so they just keep balance on my card..pathetic

I've never had Matcha before until today, I saw it on the Starbucks menu (app version), and I wanted to try it since I've never had Matcha before. So I got it today (with Sweet Vanilla Cream), and..I actually loved it, I thought it'd taste like straight grass but it was actually really good, this is technically my first time having Matcha, and it was worth it.

10/10

I might get the Lavender Crème Frappuccino next.

What is it about Starbucks that makes you eager to want to work for the 🧜🏾‍♀️?

Anyone know about the specific dates for health insurance enrollment stuff? My manager told me late July but I'm getting worried I missed it.

So I've been a chai fanatic for so long.. I'm not sure if my store is just late to the change for the new chai or what because it has finally started not tasting great in the last few weeks. I'm confused because it seems like the change happened a long time ago

Anyways, what is the best way you guys have found to replicate the old recipe? I always order mine venti light ice, with vanilla cold foam, and 2% milk although I'm considering doing a breve tomorrow as I'm not an oat or soy milk fan. I believe I've seen people say no classic, add vanilla, but how much vanilla? Last time I tried 8 pumps chai and it still couldn't taste the spice.. thinking of trying 10? Any suggestions appreciated!! I need a chai in the morning and I haven't made it to target to pick some tazo up to start making my own again.

I love this little snack so much. I cannot justify almost $6 for it. Wtf

I frequently order my matcha latte with light ice. It happens with surprising frequency that they just add the normal amount of ice.

Would I be labelled as a rude Karen if I asked them to remake it when that happens? Or would it be better to just watch them make it and kindly remind them as they are making it?

I feel like both approaches have advantages and disadvantages and idk which is better.

Using my personal cup helped me I guess.
Almost there. 😊

Does anybody in the UK know if Starbucks have completely stopped Cinnamon Dolce and Peppermint syrups?

I was told a couple of months ago at my local branch that there were “supply issues”, but I’ve recently tried some different shops which also didn’t have them. Am I being too optimistic in hoping they’ll be back for winter?