For the amount that Starbucks works it’s partners and underpays them, it’s amazing how many people stay for so long. The thing that made it worth it to me was the health insurance and free college, but otherwise man the job is harder than it seems and pays so little. Do what’s best for you, the company won’t care.

If you already have another job lined up that pays you more, just take option 3.

I agree with the other commenters. Do what is right for you. You're the one who will be most affected by it. And your store will manage. Most Starbucks I've heard of get lots of applications, so if it's staffing you're worried about, let them take care of it. If you have a job lined up that will put you in a better place financially, and it's what you want to do, take the severance. I'm staying with my store because I have a year of college left, and I need the work while I'm here. Otherwise, the severance seems like a good deal.

Also, my store is also not very affected hours-wise, but we definitely still have the choice. Other people from your district will probably get those hours as they shuffle people around. At least, that's what I understand from it all.

Best of luck to you!

PREACH

You’ve got a job lined up you’re looking forward to, Starbucks needs to cut labor (across the country, not just single stores) and they’re offering severance. This never happens - seems like a great choice for you since you have bigger and better plans! Best of luck.