Starbucks Baristas: The daily grind
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Wanting to quit after 3 weeks (self.starbucksbaristas)
submitted by VioletssFeet
Just as the title says. I’ve only been working here 3 weeks and I really do hate it. I have anxiety attacks before all of my shifts, I use my 10 minute breaks to cry in the bathroom, and I just absolutely dread going to work now. As much as I hate it, I don’t let it affect my work, I’m still a really hard worker and still keep a positive attitude with my coworkers.
I think about quitting every single day but I genuinely think it would be so embarrassing to quit after only 3 weeks. If I put in my two weeks, I would not be screwing over anyone by working my remaining shifts but I know everyone would judge me for quitting so early. If I just stop showing up, the guilt would eat me alive but at least I would never have to show my face again. Maybe I’m overthinking this and call me “weak” for wanting to quit but I don’t want to stay somewhere where I am miserable.
I think about quitting every single day but I genuinely think it would be so embarrassing to quit after only 3 weeks. If I put in my two weeks, I would not be screwing over anyone by working my remaining shifts but I know everyone would judge me for quitting so early. If I just stop showing up, the guilt would eat me alive but at least I would never have to show my face again. Maybe I’m overthinking this and call me “weak” for wanting to quit but I don’t want to stay somewhere where I am miserable.
lindsay-afton 8 points 1y ago
this job is not worth your mental health. please put your mental health first and talk to your store manager. i would recommend trying to switch to closes or mornings or just switching it up somehow with what time you work before you decide to quit. some shifts are a lot calmer than others. but if you still hate it, QUIT. it is not worth it
VioletssFeet [OP] 4 points 1y ago
I already do work only open or close because of my school schedule :( I feel like no matter what time I’m there, I hate it. I have such a guilty conscience and I will feel so bad quitting
lindsay-afton 1 points 1y ago
don’t feel guilty!! there’s no blame on a barista for being put in a bad environment. that’s the sm’s fault mainly. and your sm should be checking in with you to see how you’re feeling.
shimmyeatworldpeace 6 points 1y ago
Quit. You will feel better. It sucks 95% of the time. The longer u stay, the harder it is to leave. Run.
official_koda_ 3 points 1y ago
I’ve been here two years and I can’t count how many times I cried at the beginning. I have bad enough anxiety that I’ve been to the hospital before over thinking I was having a heart attack but it was a panic attack. So that bad. If you want to quit and can then feel free to, but it honestly gets better. And it’s important to get used to things like this, not run away. I find that working in such a stressful environment has really improved me. I’m on drive bar all the time and I’m not even stressed anymore when there’s a line around the building, if anything I’m pretty calm.
VioletssFeet [OP] 1 points 1y ago
I keep telling myself, once I know everything like the recipes and once I get used to things, it will get better. But to be honest, even picturing myself knowing everything, I can’t picture myself liking this job. It’s not the fact that I don’t know how to do things, it’s the job itself. Which I think is a sign for me to quit. Thank you for your advice.
minecrabt 3 points 1y ago
i had the same exact experience! i really wanted to tough it out, but quitting instantly improved my mental health, so i say go for it. i was able to find a better paying job that i actually enjoy, which made me realize how much starbucks is just not worth it. don’t be embarrassed to quit early, you’ll probably never see any of those people again, and i’m sure they won’t blame you since they know how overwhelming the job is.
VioletssFeet [OP] 2 points 1y ago
Thank you, this made me feel a lot better. How long did you work there before quitting if you don’t mind me asking? And did you put in two weeks?
minecrabt 1 points 1y ago
i’m glad i could help you out!! i worked there for about a month, and i actually quit without a 2 weeks notice. i just decided that i didn’t want to come in for my shift the next day lol. i definitely wouldn’t advise quitting that way, but they can’t stop you if you do! i was still sent my direct deposit that friday and i wasn’t punished or anything. i would say do whatever makes you feel better, if you think you can tough out another two weeks then do that, but if the job makes you feel too terrible, then don’t feel bad about quitting without notice. ultimately, it’s your life and you should do whatever makes you feel better!! good luck!
sero5074 2 points 1y ago
Why are you miserable working here?
What happens when you quit and work elsewhere? Will you be miserable there too? This job is fast paced, quick learning, lots of practice and repetition, depending on others and supporting others, connecting with human beings, making coffee and food. It is also frustrating, draining, physically and mentally demanding. There are unsaid unobtainable expectations put on you by shift leads and trainers (veterans) you don’t know about as a green bean, such as you are expected to know exactly how to do everything so you don’t slow them down or get in their way. Because they have expectations put on them too.
What type of worker are you? What are your morals and ethics? Is this your first job or one of many? How often do you stay with a company? Why did you quit your last job (if you did)? What is most important to you, and what is least important to you? These are hypothetical questions to get you thinking. These questions I ask myself if I am considering quitting.
If it is severely affecting your mental health working here, is it worth it to you to stick it out in the long run? Do you see Sbux as a job, or a career? Do you want to be a barista, or something else?
Sorry if these seems harsh. I don’t intend it to be. Just an objective, neutral bystander who’s been in your shoes before. I would consider important questions and do not make an impulsive decision to quit. However, if you find your mental health is diminishing and you feel you are regressing in recovery, consider quitting but have another job already in store for you so you do not have to worry about finding another job.
What is yours will come to you. What you deserve will come to you. It will all work out in the end. If it hasn’t worked out yet, it ain’t the end.
You got this. We are all here to support you if you need it. I wish you all the best, genuinely, and I wish you a clear head and no anxiety. I will be thinking of you and hoping the best for your life journey. My dms are open. I love you stranger, and you are worth more than diamonds and gold, and you are worth more than emotional distress and anxiety attacks.
What happens when you quit and work elsewhere? Will you be miserable there too? This job is fast paced, quick learning, lots of practice and repetition, depending on others and supporting others, connecting with human beings, making coffee and food. It is also frustrating, draining, physically and mentally demanding. There are unsaid unobtainable expectations put on you by shift leads and trainers (veterans) you don’t know about as a green bean, such as you are expected to know exactly how to do everything so you don’t slow them down or get in their way. Because they have expectations put on them too.
What type of worker are you? What are your morals and ethics? Is this your first job or one of many? How often do you stay with a company? Why did you quit your last job (if you did)? What is most important to you, and what is least important to you? These are hypothetical questions to get you thinking. These questions I ask myself if I am considering quitting.
If it is severely affecting your mental health working here, is it worth it to you to stick it out in the long run? Do you see Sbux as a job, or a career? Do you want to be a barista, or something else?
Sorry if these seems harsh. I don’t intend it to be. Just an objective, neutral bystander who’s been in your shoes before. I would consider important questions and do not make an impulsive decision to quit. However, if you find your mental health is diminishing and you feel you are regressing in recovery, consider quitting but have another job already in store for you so you do not have to worry about finding another job.
What is yours will come to you. What you deserve will come to you. It will all work out in the end. If it hasn’t worked out yet, it ain’t the end.
You got this. We are all here to support you if you need it. I wish you all the best, genuinely, and I wish you a clear head and no anxiety. I will be thinking of you and hoping the best for your life journey. My dms are open. I love you stranger, and you are worth more than diamonds and gold, and you are worth more than emotional distress and anxiety attacks.
VioletssFeet [OP] 3 points 1y ago
I’m currently 22 and I’ve only had 2 jobs my entire life, and I’ve stayed at both of them 3 years. If anything, quitting jobs gives me more anxiety than staying at a shitty job, so the fact that I want to quit this early on speaks volumes. I never consider myself a quitter and always tough things out, this is the one time where the urge to quit has been stronger than the urge to tough it out. I’ve worked in customer service before, it was also fast paced and required quick learning and repetition, but it wasn’t as mentally tolling as this job. I feel like a job that is this frustrating, draining, and physically/mentally demanding, is not worth $14/hr. I had to leave my last job of 3 years due to my school schedule. It wasn’t an easy job but I did not leave my shifts sobbing, and it paid $16/hr. I just feel like there are much better opportunities out there for me.
I don’t see this job as a career, I need income and this was the first job to get back to me. I feel like I can easily replace this job, I have no sort of connection to it. I do not see myself here in the long run but did not think I would want to leave this early. I could never just ghost a job or pull a no call/no show because that would eat me alive, so I’m going to tough it out for the next week or so and if I still feel this way, I’m going to be putting in my two weeks. I hate feeling like a quitter but like I said, the fact that the urge to quit is stronger than the urge to tough it out speaks for itself. Jobs are never fun, but I’ve never had panic attack before/during/after my shifts this consistently. I also never ever call in sick due to guilt, so the fact that I called in today so I could calm down says a lot. Jobs should not have me feeling like this. Thank you for your input, these questions made me come to the conclusion that I really do not think this job is for me.
I don’t see this job as a career, I need income and this was the first job to get back to me. I feel like I can easily replace this job, I have no sort of connection to it. I do not see myself here in the long run but did not think I would want to leave this early. I could never just ghost a job or pull a no call/no show because that would eat me alive, so I’m going to tough it out for the next week or so and if I still feel this way, I’m going to be putting in my two weeks. I hate feeling like a quitter but like I said, the fact that the urge to quit is stronger than the urge to tough it out speaks for itself. Jobs are never fun, but I’ve never had panic attack before/during/after my shifts this consistently. I also never ever call in sick due to guilt, so the fact that I called in today so I could calm down says a lot. Jobs should not have me feeling like this. Thank you for your input, these questions made me come to the conclusion that I really do not think this job is for me.
sero5074 1 points 1y ago
I’m so glad you talked this out. At this point, I wouldn’t call you a quitter. I would say this is a fantastic decision on your part and leaving something that bothers you so badly is the best decision you could make. It’s prioritizing yourself which is healthy and good! And yes, a job shouldn’t make you feel this way! I would definitely suggest you speak with your SM or someone you trust and ask for their input if it matters to you, if not, just feel out this next week of work and decide on it at the end of the week. I’m so sorry you’re feeling badly. You don’t deserve this. I hope you figure this out and be well! ♡
chuckywucky 2 points 1y ago
Put your 2 weeks in if you can manage to stick it out that long. You just tell people, "I don't think this job suits me very well, but I will always appreciate how hard you all have to work." No one minds when people are nice, polite, and honest. And if they do, they can go straight to hell.
[deleted] 2 points 1y ago
This job is not for everyone. Don’t feel bad about it, if you’re having legit anxiety attacks, you need to quit.
VioletssFeet [OP] 1 points 1y ago
Thank you for the reassurance, I feel really nervous quitting but I feel like it’ll be best for me.
PiratedPlanet 2 points 1y ago
With starbucks, typically a lot of people tend to quit the first few days because it is a really overwhelming job and environment to be in. put yourself first!
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