Remember that learning everything takes time and seems difficult at first but you’ll get more comfortable with practice! Also try to learn as much as possible when you have the chance so you can be comfortable brewing coffee, making whips, stuff like that :) Good luck!

Hey! I started back in March and what I learned was that:
-Be patient and definitely ask questions. Everyone there can help you with things like how many espresso shots go in which drink, how many pumps of what syrup, etc.
-You’ll most likely learn Drive Thru, Customer Support, etc. before they start to show you bar. I struggled with CS the most, but just follow the cards and instructions they give you and you’ll do great!
-Take initiative, be a problem solver.
Good luck, I hope you love this job as much as I do!

I’ve only been at Starbucks for a couple months but I’ve been a barista in general for a few years. The one thing I’ll say is that a rush is usually stressful only if you make it stressful. Of course there are things that go wrong that create a whole mess and sometimes there’s no avoiding that, but if your only problem is that it’s busy, just focus on what’s in front of you. Don’t be one of those people who tries to speed through their orders, slamming pitchers down and all because 1) that’s how accidents happen, and 2) you’ll just stress out yourself and everyone around you. I’m not saying take your merry time with everything, but don’t outpace yourself. You’ll get faster with time anyway.

Also, do your own research on how to steam milk. The number one problem I see with Starbucks baristas is shitty milk with no foam or shitty milk with way too much foam. This is because the training modules are vague and most people here at the bux don’t have barista experience outside of the company, so they haven’t been trained by anything other than a PowerPoint. If you learn early how to get that smooth velvety milk in your lattes, it will help in the long run!

That’s all I got off the top of my head. Good luck b.

Empty your mind of everything that doesn’t have to do with fine dining and breathing.

I’ve been here a month and still have a lot to learn. It will take a while, but once the basics are down it’s a fun job.

As a manager, we aren't that scary. We want what's best for you and the company. Breathe and remember that it's just coffee. Mistakes are going to happen and we're here to help you learn.

Editing to add that everything will take time and you aren't expected to learn it all immediately. Use your resources. Utilise your trainers and shifts, your drink cards/ storelink. Your coworkers are there for you as well. You are not alone.

You won't ever stop asking questions, so start off strong and ask about anything you need clarification for. There's so much information that nobody can hold it all, but there is always someone nearby with an answer. Write things down if that helps you, a small notebook that fits in your apron pocket can be great for double checking recipes and procedures on the floor.

Ask very early on how to check your pay stubs, how to ask for sick days and personal days, and how to change your availability if you ever need to.

Everyone working with you had similar training, so they understand that you're going to need support and coaching for a while and its 100% okay to lag behind a little while you're learning.

It can get stressful but having a good team helps. Communicate with everyone, help others when you can and ask for help when you're stuck in your position. This job is a team sport.

You aren't a coffee machine. You aren't in control of much that happens. Remember that when people get upset about dumb things like running out of caramel sauce

congratulations on getting the job!! just take things slow and ask questions on literally anything you need clarification for. drinks come later down the line when it comes to training, and it’ll take you some time for the recipes to become muscle memory, so be patient with yourself! at the end of the day, it’s just coffee, but remember it is still a job so personally i’d say work hard and keep your energy up :) whether it be cracking jokes with your partners, taking some shots, or whatever, make sure you regulate your mental health along with putting your best out there. you’ve got this! <3

My manager told me, at the end of the day it’s just coffee!

Speaking as a barista trainer, the worst thing you can do is not ask questions. Even if it’s dumb just ask we’re here to help

something that has always helped me at new jobs, aside from everything already said, is to watch and listen to the experienced partners as they work. see what they do in their free time, how they sequence drinks, what questions they ask to customers, stuff like that. focus on the basics the first few days, then try and mimic what worked for other partners.
youll do great, just remember to breathe and try your best! if you have a good store and crew, youll be fine :)

Don’t expect yourself to get it all at once. It’s going to be a lot.

If you’re ever unsure of a recipe, ask! If you can’t ask, for whatever reason, know where your store’s recipe cards are or know where to find the recipes on the iPad. We’d rather have you ask than give a customer a wtf drink (I’m looking at you guava passion fruit drink!).

To make you feel better, I’ve been at this off and on for almost 20 years and still sometimes need help with our less-frequently-made stuff.

If you ever feel overwhelmed take a minute or two, grab some water and reorganise your mind. It’s supposed to be fun, even if the learning curve is steep, but like everything else, muscle memory will kick in before you even know it.

Don’t rush your training. Take your time. Your manager will understand

You become the store favorite even if all you bring is an open mind questions and positive attitude. That's it. everything is muscle memory honestly so don't bother forcing yourself to it