I loved the people I worked with and how fun the environment was.
What I wish was different
I wish that the management was a little more organized.
Advice
Training is difficult but if you push through the first few weeks everything will click and you will understand better.
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Barista
July 2017 • Antioch, IL
What I liked
I liked interacting with costumers and creating drinks to the csotumers liking.
What I wish was different
Wish I had experience at a full Starbucks rather than inside a grocery store (Jewel-osco) because the rules and/or benefits are with the associated store. The benefits are not comparable to a free-stand alone location.
Advice
If you are applying to be a barista for the first time, do not be nervous about learning the techniques of making all the drinks on the menu because on average will only take 2 weeks to learn the menu. After the hard work of training, being a barista is great!
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Barista
May - July 2019 • Brussels, Brussels-Capital Region
What I liked
The environment was great, everyone liked working there, the atmosphere was really great !
What I wish was different
It’s exhausting, the 8+ hour shifts are really harsh on the body, since we stand up the entire time, but you get used to it.
Advice
Learn how to think and act fast. When a lot of people come in you need to know what to do in a quick second, and be able to do everything fast and well.
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Barista
June 2019 • Barrington, IL
What I liked
Being able to interact with different people. Also- free coffee!
What I wish was different
Sometimes stressful but what job isn’t
Advice
Always smile
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Barista
August 2010 • Airway Heights, WA
What I liked
A company that cares about its employees. It is very easy to move up in that company.
What I wish was different
The working environment is a little draining, so it can get hard to take classes while working.
Advice
Ask about promotion opportunities.
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Barista
June 2018 - September 2019 • Menlo Park, CA
What I liked
Good coworkers, somewhat flexible hours, free stuff
What I wish was different
Low pay, bad management
Advice
Find the highest paying job as possible
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Barista
May 2018 • Minneapolis, MN
What I liked
I loved meeting new people and talking to customers each morning!
What I wish was different
I wished I could work more hours./ consistent hours.
Advice
Make sure you state clearly how many hours you prefer per week.
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Barista
June 2018 • Woburn, MA
What I liked
Loved working with people, had great coworkers, a really enjoyable experience overall.
What I wish was different
I wish I'd had more relaxed hours.
Advice
Be sure to really talk about hours before you get the job if you intend to be part time.
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Communication
May - August 2019 • Scottsdale, AZ
What I liked
I was able to apply what I’ve learned in a real work setting and practice new skills to support my career development.
What I wish was different
The internship was experiential and had to come to an end.
Advice
Step out of your comfort zone, introduce yourself to people, and learn about other careers!
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Barista
June 2016 • Pittsfield, MA
What I liked
Fast paced job with fair tips to help supplement an income while in school.
What I wish was different
Less stress and hours once I returned to school and started the semester.
Advice
As a customer/food service job, this really opens your eyes to how people can be and works to make you appreciate any job that people do for you.
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Barista
May - August 2019 • Brockton, MA
What I liked
I enjoyed giving out the best customer service while having fun and making connections with other baristas.
What I wish was different
I wish I had gotten an internship this previous summer, however I am looking forward to getting one this upcoming summer.
Advice
I enjoy working at Starbucks very much, I would give advice to work there to anyone who wants a side job on top of an internship.
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Barista
April 2019 • Boise, ID
What I liked
Working in a friendly business atmosphere.
What I wish was different
I wish there hadn't been 2 different temporary managers while searching for a manager.
Advice
Learn to deal with change a lot, nothing was consistent as our store manage was never official the whole summer.
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Barista
April - August 2019 • Compton, CA
What I liked
Definitely being able to make drinks and even experiment with the different ingredients we had.
What I wish was different
Connected with customers much more.
Advice
One will definitely grow more as an individual and will take a lot of initiative.
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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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Barista
November 2017 - December 2019 • Scottsdale, AZ
What I liked
Good for social skills
What I wish was different
I wish it had paid more.
Advice
Customer service is applicable in many situations.
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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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Shift Supervisor
March 2018 • East Lansing, MI
What I liked
Getting free coffe and gaining customer interaction experience!
What I wish was different
Advice
Study your beverages and food codes!
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Barista
June - August 2018 • Monroe, WA
What I liked
I liked the customers and my coworkers.
What I wish was different
I wish I could've been there a little bit longer.
Advice
I would share that getting a job helps to connect with other people, make new friends, and is overall a really good experience.
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Starbucks barista
May 2018 • Durham, NC
What I liked
I really liked my fellow partners and the relationships that I made.
