I would talk to your manager about your interest to move up. If they think it’s a good idea they will discuss all the gaps you need to close before becoming a trainer. It took me 6 months before I actually felt confident at work, just because there is SO MUCH knowledge. There are a lot of standards that as a trainer, you are expected to know. But my SM and SSV’s were happy to help me get to where I wanted to be, and promoted to a trainer, and a couple months ago an SSV. I know that at least in my district, you have to be with the company for 6 months before being promoted to a SSV, but I might wait closer to a year. I would make sure to not rush into something like that, as it’s a lot of responsibilities that you don’t think about as a barista.
I think it’s a great idea, but just make sure you’re not looking to become a leader just because your current leaders aren’t the best

just start off becoming a trainer and see if you like it. it’s pretty low stakes, as you might only end up training one partner a month. and you can step down if you don’t like it, or step up if you do. training teaches you how to appropriately coach partners and work with their strengths which are important tools for shifts.

As a trainer, make sure you’re confident in your own skill first. We had a couple people made to be trainers too early and it was not great. However, as a trainer who has considered and been considered for starting the shift journey, I have taken inventory of myself and my surroundings at Starbucks, and honestly, it isn’t worth it to me. I am currently working full time at Starbucks (not for long just accepted a job offer since I got my degree finally YAY), but part time Starbucks is way better than full time. Full time Starbucks is a recipe for burn out. I am dropping back down to part time. As a shift, you’ll be full time and actually have responsibilities. As a trainer, you are responsible for some stuff, but the stakes are low and it’s still pretty easy going. But I am telling you right now, if you’re not currently working 40 hour weeks at Starbucks, do not start. I love Starbucks because of *some of* my coworkers (free coffee helps too). But to avoid burn out, I’d suggest definitely taking some more time at Starbucks and seeing how it feels to you before even really considering becoming a shift.

Obviously everyone’s experience varies, but I don’t know of many people who would be ready to be a shift after only three months. That doesn’t mean you shouldn’t be one or you’ll never be one, I just don’t recommend it right now. It takes about 3-6 months to truly get comfortable with this job. I would say that being a shift after a year would be ideal. I’d wait on it if I were you. If you’re confident in your barista skills I don’t see a reason why you shouldn’t be a trainer, but being a shift is a LOT especially if you’re not 100% confident in the barista role yet.

U need to be a trainer before shift. That’s how the ranking works.