Starbucks Baristas: The daily grind
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The excitement is real bros (self.starbucksbaristas)
submitted by espressnooo
Today I had a "moving up" meeting with my SM and I'm officially going to start shift training! And before anyone gives me any negative feedback, trust me I know what I'm signing up for. I've been a barista for a year now. My job is stressful at times but I think what makes it better is that my partners and SM are amazing and very supportive, it's basically a huge support system for me and I love it so much. I realize not all stores are like this and trust me, I feel that. It took a while for me to find my home. But, I have and I cant even describe how happy I am that I am so respected and was even considered for this position. I know what I'm taking on and I know the pros and cons. But I just needed a place to express how excited I am that I finally am moving up at my store after all of the hard work I put in everyday. Anyone who has any tips or opinions you are greatly welcomed. I just dont want the negative ones. I know Starbucks has its pros and cons. I've been here for a bit now. But I love my job so much so if anyone could give me some advice on shift training or just how to be a good shift in general, please let me know!
hipbs23 2 points 3y ago
Rule number one: the baristas are your customers. Work for them they will work for you.
Rule number two: don't be dumb.
Rule number three: if your going to cheat don't get caught.
I was told these three main things 5 years ago by the shift I took over for they have been useful to this day and not just with the company.
On a lighter note, know your timing, communication is key, if you leave the floor let your team know why and what's going on. Your going to miss stuff but own the mistake and move on knowing better for next time. And lastly do not ever be afraid to ask for help! Good luck!
Rule number two: don't be dumb.
Rule number three: if your going to cheat don't get caught.
I was told these three main things 5 years ago by the shift I took over for they have been useful to this day and not just with the company.
On a lighter note, know your timing, communication is key, if you leave the floor let your team know why and what's going on. Your going to miss stuff but own the mistake and move on knowing better for next time. And lastly do not ever be afraid to ask for help! Good luck!
justbrowsingmydude_ 2 points 3y ago
Good luck!!! Hope it goes well😊
baristagal420 1 points 3y ago
Congrats!! As a 2 yr shift my best advice I can give is to get a small notebook & write everything you have trouble remembering down. Having those notes to look back on when you cant get ahold of any other shifts/managers is really helpful in the moment:) I used mine for the first 6 months as me being an ssv and I cant tell you how many times it really helped me out!
almondbutter_kae 1 points 3y ago
Hey I’ve been a closing shift for about a month now and I enjoy it! It’s really not hard I would say even now start talking to your shifts and asking if you can watch them do all of their shift duties to get a feel of what you’ll eventually be doing. Everybody has a different routine so you’ll pick up little things from everybody and eventually form your own that works best for you! It has its moments when you might get a little flustered but just TRY to stay positive always because if you stress it makes everybody else stress! Good luck with everything :)
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