Starbucks Baristas: The daily grind
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Ummm help?? (self.starbucksbaristas)
submitted by six00years
Hey, ive been with the bux for 6 months now, and its mostly been great. I love making coffee and being on bar and all that bs. My coworkers are lovely and we have a really great store atmosphere which im super grateful for. BUT, im in college, im taking 18 credits every semester (6 creds over a full load) doing theatre, and working 20 hours a week. Its getting overwhelming and if im being honest i dont need this job which is probably the only reason why i liked it. I was talking to my SM about how im getting overwhelmed and i dont know if i can do it anymore and she mentioned that i “committed” to a year at least with the company and specifically this store. We are an at will employment state and im not actually sure i can “commit” at all. I would really love to take some time and focus on school as my grades dropped heavily when i started here, on top of that this summer i plan on having a professional internship out of state.
I guess what im asking is how can i quit without burning the bridge? I would like to come back when life slows down a bit, whether thats in a semester or 3, but i dont know how to do that when I’ve apparently made a commitment to the store. Ive been thinking about cutting my availability to 1-2 shifts a week but i already have my schedule for the semester in teamworks. i also pay 10 dollars in parking every morning because we are a downtown location without store parking. Public transport isnt an option because i live 20 minutes away driving and 1.5 hours away by public transport and thats if the trains show up on time. My money is going down the drain for parking and gas, my mental state is spiraling because i have insomnia and dont sleep on days i have class or shows, and my grades are dropping because I’m not motivated to work when i have free time, I’d rather sleep.
If anyone has advice let me know. Juggling all of this has been a wild time. Thanks.
I guess what im asking is how can i quit without burning the bridge? I would like to come back when life slows down a bit, whether thats in a semester or 3, but i dont know how to do that when I’ve apparently made a commitment to the store. Ive been thinking about cutting my availability to 1-2 shifts a week but i already have my schedule for the semester in teamworks. i also pay 10 dollars in parking every morning because we are a downtown location without store parking. Public transport isnt an option because i live 20 minutes away driving and 1.5 hours away by public transport and thats if the trains show up on time. My money is going down the drain for parking and gas, my mental state is spiraling because i have insomnia and dont sleep on days i have class or shows, and my grades are dropping because I’m not motivated to work when i have free time, I’d rather sleep.
If anyone has advice let me know. Juggling all of this has been a wild time. Thanks.
MsMeggers 8 points 3y ago
If you didn’t sign a contract then you aren “committed” for a year. That is complete bs and a lie, and your manager knows it, he/she is manipulating you into staying.
You should put your two weeks in and quit, you can give them even more notice if you want to give them extra time to find someone to replace you. They might not hire you back, but that’s up to them. The most respectful way is to write a written notice and give to your supervisor directly (keep a copy for yourself.)
You should put your two weeks in and quit, you can give them even more notice if you want to give them extra time to find someone to replace you. They might not hire you back, but that’s up to them. The most respectful way is to write a written notice and give to your supervisor directly (keep a copy for yourself.)
six00years [OP] 2 points 3y ago
Thanks, i really want to be able to be hired on again in the future so is there any way to guarantee to not be marked as a non rehireable?
miniinovaa 3 points 3y ago
The best thing you can do is be respectful and give them time to find a replacement. After that if they hold a grudge, that’s just because of their personality, not you.
six00years [OP] 1 points 3y ago
Sounds good. Thank you!
jacobmittens 2 points 3y ago
Contact your district manager if whoever’s in charge of your store is pressuring you to stay at risk of being marked as non rehireable.
You’ll be fine!
You’ll be fine!
amorbaleine 3 points 3y ago
You are expendable in this job. Look out for yourself.
_lovekat 3 points 3y ago
I’m working at the bux for the third time. I never made a full year before quitting and have been rehired both times I’ve reapplied. In my last rehire interview they asked if I saw myself staying with the company for at least a year, but there was no formal agreement (contracts, etc). I’d say look out for yourself and quit if it’s what will benefit you more. If you’re still feeling indifferent maybe look into taking a leave of absence if it’s an option. Alsoooo I’m in California, I’m not sure what difference that will make compared to your location. Best of luck!
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