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Tried Quitting. Sorry for the rant. (self.starbucksbaristas)
submitted by CuteLittleKarty
I posted here a couple days ago about finally deciding to quit. Well I scheduled a meeting with my store manager and before I could finish telling her about my therapists recommendations she started telling me about calling hr to go on a break and all this other stuff and before I knew it the meeting was over and now I just can’t stop crying. I can’t sleep, I’m constantly nauseous, and my anxiety is so through the roof and the one thing that could help me is getting the heck out of here and I can’t even get that. I don’t know how to quit immediately and I don’t want my coworkers to hate me for dropping the bag. I’m on my 30 genuinely thinking about pretending I threw up just to go home and sleep. I’m so tired. Mentally and physically. Rant over.
coffeenb1 151 points 1y ago
Either a) type out a letter of resignation that states your last day two weeks from now, put it on your managers desk, and then let that day be your last or b) just stop working there, leave today after your shift and text your manager that you’re done and won’t be coming in for anymore shifts. They can’t make you. You won’t be rehirable as far as I know, and yes it sucks for your coworkers but 🤷 gotta look out for yourself.
existenaliens 46 points 1y ago
I second this!
OP, I know you're feeling intense pressure to stay. Without a doubt. However, your number one priority is your mental health. Your manager may not want you to leave but oh well for them. They cannot force you to continue working there against your will and any issues with coverage isn't your problem. I wish you a smooth transition out of Starbucks! Best regards.
OP, I know you're feeling intense pressure to stay. Without a doubt. However, your number one priority is your mental health. Your manager may not want you to leave but oh well for them. They cannot force you to continue working there against your will and any issues with coverage isn't your problem. I wish you a smooth transition out of Starbucks! Best regards.
veganwifey 16 points 1y ago
This is your best bet for sure - leave an official notice letter on the desk when you leave today, it can be no notice. Two weeks is a courtesy but not necessary. You can then text or email your manager and let them know you left it for them, and that today is your last day.
In person or over the phone conversations can make it all too easy to get sucked back in so don’t feel bad about your first attempt not being successful!
Your mental health comes first ♥️
In person or over the phone conversations can make it all too easy to get sucked back in so don’t feel bad about your first attempt not being successful!
Your mental health comes first ♥️
rio8envy7 38 points 1y ago
You don’t have to have a long winded conversation to quit. Just type out your resignation with the optional 2 weeks notice end put it on your SM desk. She can’t force you to stay.
Klaus_Unechtname 7 points 1y ago
It’s what needs to be done
Comprehensive_End572 24 points 1y ago
it’s so sad that all of us are going through the same thing. i hope everything turns out well for you. don’t let starbucks drive you crazy. we don’t get paid enough for that.
philosopher_cat_lady 8 points 1y ago
You're right that we are all going through the same thing. I got to the point the other day where I texted my temporary assistant manager that I was resigning. I changed my mind, but I'm someone who gives a lot of a fuck about my store. Like, I'm 34, and I'm not the kind of person to quit jobs over petty shit or get fired for being irresponsible or purposefully doing a shitty job. But when you're getting abused, it's natural to want to get the fuck away.
philosopher_cat_lady 11 points 1y ago
The next time you see her, tell her you need to talk to her again. Don't let her leave the store without talking to you. Before she starts any spiel about other options besides quitting, tell her you want to resign. Force yourself to say it.
jazzysoranio 8 points 1y ago
Disclaimer: obviously I’m not a lawyer and this is not legal advice.
1) Unless you have a very good reason to quit immediately, write out, print, and turn in a two weeks notice that states the date of your last day of employment (which must be at least two weeks from the day you turn it in) and get out of there.
2) What your coworkers think of you is NOT part of the discussion about whether you should leave or not. If they truly want what’s best for you they’ll be happy you’re leaving a toxic environment. Only psychopath coworkers want you to remain in a place that is bad for your health.
3) Your manager cannot refuse a two weeks notice. You are under no legal obligation to remain working in that store and your manager can’t make you stay against your will.
4) If you absolutely must, you can just stop showing up for work. I’m assuming you’re a barista in a store in the US, if so then you are legally allowed to just stop showing up for work there. Obviously, in the professional world it is consider professional courtesy to turn in a two weeks notice of termination of employment. But that is only a courtesy. If you don’t turn in a proper two weeks notice the main consequences are that you will be recorded in the Starbucks system as “not rehireable” so that if you ever apply to work at Starbucks again in the future the potential store manager will see a note in your file that says you quit without notice (although I’ve seen people still get rehired so it’s not impossible.) Also, it means that you wouldn’t be able to use your Starbucks manager as a reference on future job applications. Those are just things to consider. But, if the situation is bad enough, sometimes you just have to quit without notice and get the f@ck out of a toxic store.
1) Unless you have a very good reason to quit immediately, write out, print, and turn in a two weeks notice that states the date of your last day of employment (which must be at least two weeks from the day you turn it in) and get out of there.
2) What your coworkers think of you is NOT part of the discussion about whether you should leave or not. If they truly want what’s best for you they’ll be happy you’re leaving a toxic environment. Only psychopath coworkers want you to remain in a place that is bad for your health.
3) Your manager cannot refuse a two weeks notice. You are under no legal obligation to remain working in that store and your manager can’t make you stay against your will.
4) If you absolutely must, you can just stop showing up for work. I’m assuming you’re a barista in a store in the US, if so then you are legally allowed to just stop showing up for work there. Obviously, in the professional world it is consider professional courtesy to turn in a two weeks notice of termination of employment. But that is only a courtesy. If you don’t turn in a proper two weeks notice the main consequences are that you will be recorded in the Starbucks system as “not rehireable” so that if you ever apply to work at Starbucks again in the future the potential store manager will see a note in your file that says you quit without notice (although I’ve seen people still get rehired so it’s not impossible.) Also, it means that you wouldn’t be able to use your Starbucks manager as a reference on future job applications. Those are just things to consider. But, if the situation is bad enough, sometimes you just have to quit without notice and get the f@ck out of a toxic store.
SelocAvrap 5 points 1y ago
I'm sorry it didn't go well. Hopefully this helps, if you want something to fill out so you don't have to initiate a verbal conversation
"Letter of Resignation
Thank you for the experience I gained working with Starbucks. This is my notice of two weeks. My last day working will be my shift on [date] from [start time - end time].
[Your name]"
Email one copy to your manager to have a version that is timestamped, and handwrite one so you have one to leave on their desk. Best of luck!
"Letter of Resignation
Thank you for the experience I gained working with Starbucks. This is my notice of two weeks. My last day working will be my shift on [date] from [start time - end time].
[Your name]"
Email one copy to your manager to have a version that is timestamped, and handwrite one so you have one to leave on their desk. Best of luck!
ElijahLordoftheWoods 5 points 1y ago
If she thinks you could benefit from a leave of absence, please consider taking it rather than outright quitting. I did about a year ago, and I genuinely think doing so saved my life. I was able to go to a lot of therapy, change meds, transfer stores, and I came back 3 months later, not ‘all better,’ but in a state I could start to put my life back together. I’ve been able to do that, and I am in a much better mental state than a year ago.
You don’t have to stay, but if you can take that leave, you should. You’ll get paid via short term disability, you’ll keep your health insurance, you’ll keep your discount and your mark out. That time off and ability to come back when I was ready meant I wasn’t struggling even more and I was able to take care of me instead of desperately trying to find a new job with no income in the mean time. This is exactly what a mental health medical leave of absence is for.
You don’t have to stay, but if you can take that leave, you should. You’ll get paid via short term disability, you’ll keep your health insurance, you’ll keep your discount and your mark out. That time off and ability to come back when I was ready meant I wasn’t struggling even more and I was able to take care of me instead of desperately trying to find a new job with no income in the mean time. This is exactly what a mental health medical leave of absence is for.
bigghostb00ty 3 points 1y ago
Where can I find more info on this? I am having panic attacks after work and I can’t do this much longer.
ElijahLordoftheWoods 1 points 1y ago
I got info given to me like piecemeal, no one had all of it. Basic points:
- Sort term disability pays, but not 100%, more like 75%, it’s based on your average pay, how far back it pulls data from I’m not sure.
- there’s a waiting period before short term disability starts, I believe it’s 7 days. You won’t get paid for the waiting period, but you can use vacation or sick time for them. If you do be sure it’s submitted for the right time period, or you’ll end up with less disability and might have to pay back the difference.
- if you qualify for FMLA your job is safe. They don’t have to guarantee you’ll get your exact position in your store back, just that a similar position sill be available for you.
- You’ll have to submit documentation, but Sedgwick will provide forms you need to fill out/have your doctors or therapists office fill out. Submitting supporting documentation is part of disability, there’s extra to ‘prove’ with a mental health LOA, in my case it was a form the doctor filled out which questions about like how you’re currently functioning, your mental health history, etc. This part was difficult for me as my primary at the time didn’t want to fill it out for me, but I can get into that mess later if you want more info.
- You keep your benefits. You’ll be billed for your health insurance separately, which you’ll have to pay directly. That bill may not be the same amount as what’s withheld normally as the company normally pays part of the premium. You will keep your mark out and discount as well. I’m not sure what SCAPs rules are for this as I’m not in it rn.
- You cannot be made to work during your leave. You shouldn’t even step behind the line while you’re on leave.
- The length of your leave can be extended with documentation. I had to extent mine twice.
- When you call Sedgwick, they will give you A LOT of info very quickly, write as much as you can down. Ask questions, if you aren’t sure about something keep at it till someone gives you an answer. I had questions that the person who started my claim couldn’t answer but they also got me in contact with someone at Sedgwick who could answer those questions.
I’m sure I’ve missed some info, I want to keep my specifics vague enough that I can’t be ID’d. I’ll do my best to answer questions you or anyone else has. I am by no means an expert or even that well versed in this sort of thing, I just benefited greatly from taking the leave myself, so I want others to know it’s an option. I’m also not judging anyone who thinks they should just quit instead, you should do what is best for your mental health, and if that’s peacing out right now, go for it. But if you can benefit from it, take it.
- Sort term disability pays, but not 100%, more like 75%, it’s based on your average pay, how far back it pulls data from I’m not sure.
- there’s a waiting period before short term disability starts, I believe it’s 7 days. You won’t get paid for the waiting period, but you can use vacation or sick time for them. If you do be sure it’s submitted for the right time period, or you’ll end up with less disability and might have to pay back the difference.
- if you qualify for FMLA your job is safe. They don’t have to guarantee you’ll get your exact position in your store back, just that a similar position sill be available for you.
- You’ll have to submit documentation, but Sedgwick will provide forms you need to fill out/have your doctors or therapists office fill out. Submitting supporting documentation is part of disability, there’s extra to ‘prove’ with a mental health LOA, in my case it was a form the doctor filled out which questions about like how you’re currently functioning, your mental health history, etc. This part was difficult for me as my primary at the time didn’t want to fill it out for me, but I can get into that mess later if you want more info.
- You keep your benefits. You’ll be billed for your health insurance separately, which you’ll have to pay directly. That bill may not be the same amount as what’s withheld normally as the company normally pays part of the premium. You will keep your mark out and discount as well. I’m not sure what SCAPs rules are for this as I’m not in it rn.
- You cannot be made to work during your leave. You shouldn’t even step behind the line while you’re on leave.
- The length of your leave can be extended with documentation. I had to extent mine twice.
- When you call Sedgwick, they will give you A LOT of info very quickly, write as much as you can down. Ask questions, if you aren’t sure about something keep at it till someone gives you an answer. I had questions that the person who started my claim couldn’t answer but they also got me in contact with someone at Sedgwick who could answer those questions.
I’m sure I’ve missed some info, I want to keep my specifics vague enough that I can’t be ID’d. I’ll do my best to answer questions you or anyone else has. I am by no means an expert or even that well versed in this sort of thing, I just benefited greatly from taking the leave myself, so I want others to know it’s an option. I’m also not judging anyone who thinks they should just quit instead, you should do what is best for your mental health, and if that’s peacing out right now, go for it. But if you can benefit from it, take it.
romansapprentice 5 points 1y ago
"I quit. Please consider this my two week notice, thank you. Signed XYZ"
[deleted] 4 points 1y ago
Your SM can’t pressure you into taking an LOA. If you still want to quit just hand them a resignation letter. Period.
Roseyy-Girl 3 points 1y ago
I'm so sorry. That's unfortunate. When I put in my 2 weeks it was easier, my manager was understanding. I'm thinking maybe you could reach out to your district?
[deleted] 2 points 1y ago
You don’t need to talk to your manager to quit. Get a piece of paper and write a notice for resignation, with your final date two weeks away. Dont let your manager manipulate you into staying. You said it yourself, leaving would be best for you. Dont let yourself be a pushover here.
creepygirl420 2 points 1y ago
Just QUIT. Either stop showing up or print out your notice and hand it to your manager on the way out of your next shift. Literally just leave. Nobody cares. You are just a worker to them, they will replace you and forget you forever. Not worth your mental health.
Koalastars009 2 points 1y ago
You don’t have to go back. I’m sure your coworkers would understand so don’t worry so much. Take a day to do nothing. Then think about what places you might want to work and make a list of 10. That kind of stress will tear your body down fast. Totally not your fault in anyway. Take care of yourself first :)
Allopathological 2 points 1y ago
You aren’t chained to the cold bar, walk out homie. Pretend the job never happened. You will be happier for it.
charlenebean 2 points 1y ago
I had something similar happen to me a few months ago with starbucks. Had a horrible end and I was a partner for almost 4 years. Leaving is the best option and you’ve got this! ❤️ I know it’s rough now but the feelings will pass
BatWeary 2 points 1y ago
They can’t say no to you quitting. If I were you I would finish out the day and then give my SM a heads up on the way out that I won’t be returning. Your mental health is light years more important than this job ever will be. Please take care of yourself, SM be damned :(
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