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What nice things can I do for the barista I see most mornings? (self.starbucksbaristas)
submitted by DrBophadese
I work a job that I wake up mad about. Now, every time I get this specific barista, her attitude and everything genuinely makes my day and mood better. Sometimes all you need is someone to be a little nice yknow?
I know I can tip (and I do), but is there anything else I can do to show my appreciation? I appreciate any replies
I know I can tip (and I do), but is there anything else I can do to show my appreciation? I appreciate any replies
BelligerentCoroner 75 points 1y ago
One time (years ago) I had a really rude customer at the register, and one of our regulars watched the whole interaction. The regular came back an hour later with brownies and flowers for me, and a sweet card. I'll never forget how thoughtful that was!
(Of course I shared the brownies with my coworkers!)
(Of course I shared the brownies with my coworkers!)
uwumoment 44 points 1y ago
im not sure, i wouldn’t suggest getting baked goods or any food for them bc i don’t trust food from random people lol, but a personal tip to them would be a really nice thing to do. you can write their name on an envelope if you know it, or just hand them an enclosed envelope with the tip money so they can keep it. or honestly you can ask if she likes any candy or any treats and bring it the next time for her. the customers just being nice back makes it worth it though.
DrBophadese [OP] 14 points 1y ago
Thank you so much! What would be like an appropriate amount to tip? I’d like to give as much as possible (within reason lol) without it seeming like I’m trying to show off or just being weird
Edit: She’s been who helps me out 4 mornings a week for probably about a year if that changes anything.
Edit: She’s been who helps me out 4 mornings a week for probably about a year if that changes anything.
I_atethecat 11 points 1y ago
honestly i think a good tip would be $5-$30. anything past that is way too much. But those tips are appreciated and will probably make you one of her favorite customers. (in a thank you card or possibly as a visa gift card form so she doesn’t have to share it)
awesomechief989 7 points 1y ago
The envelope with their name on it should suffice. But really if you wanna be extra careful atethecat’s idea about the gift card would def help. If you do end up tipping or something if the sort you could leave a note, or tell them, that they genuinely make your day better if that’s the case. Not make a big deal or anything just let them know I’m sure they’d love it. I like to hide in the open personally and my reactions aren’t good at showing which is why I would prefer a note. But something thoughtful like that would really make my day thoygh!
HappyBarista 20 points 1y ago
As others have said a simple thank you card. If you want to put a cash tip inside the card that barista can keep the full amount for their self as long as you seal the envelope and put their name on it.
For clarity, each week all of the tips that go into the tip jars are split between all of the baristas that work that week.
That’s why it’s always really nice (and fairly rare) to get a cash tip that’s just for you. It’s clear that a customer was singling you out and saying thank you, YOU made a difference in my day/week…
Hope this helps! I’m so glad to hear a customer who appreciates the barista and has had a great experience!!😊
For clarity, each week all of the tips that go into the tip jars are split between all of the baristas that work that week.
That’s why it’s always really nice (and fairly rare) to get a cash tip that’s just for you. It’s clear that a customer was singling you out and saying thank you, YOU made a difference in my day/week…
Hope this helps! I’m so glad to hear a customer who appreciates the barista and has had a great experience!!😊
slaybucks 15 points 1y ago
maybe strike up a conversation with her about her favorite stores/restaurants and get her a gift card ! :)
SmolLizardManth 13 points 1y ago
Maybe like a target gift card. Or just a thank you card. Those things would make my day.
georgecarlinsneice 12 points 1y ago
One time a customer told me “you have great energy and it does not go unnoticed” and it made me cry from happiness. I think genuine compliments that are about things that they have control over is a nice gesture.
imlysscining 10 points 1y ago
I once got a thank you card from a woman I’d comped because she was having a rough morning, and it meant the entire world to me. I’ve kept it since (it’s been 3 years) and I always remember it when I’m having a hard day myself. It’s really all in the small things 🤍
blackcatcaptions 9 points 1y ago
Is your last name "nutz"?
DrBophadese [OP] 16 points 1y ago
It’s hyphenated, Bophadese-Nutz. But that’s crazy, how did you know?
blackcatcaptions 13 points 1y ago
I come from the wonadese family. We're distant cousins I believe
LordMiscreant 8 points 1y ago
In 2020 my son died, and while I was gone 2 of our regulars found out, 2 teachers the day I came back, they came and left zoom and came back later with bags and bags of stuff groceries mostly but everything they could find yellow, they said it was to " brighten " my day, it was silly but I've never felt more loved honestly, try something like that, just some random thing.....
imathrowayslc 6 points 1y ago
Name drop them on a Google review. Pizza delivered to the store is nice and the whole shift enjoys.
LatterRooster 6 points 1y ago
At least an hour pay for a tip would be nice. $10-$20 says I appreciate your kindness, and do make sure to put in an envelope and give directly to them and say this is for YOU
jazzysoranio 6 points 1y ago
Whatever you do just always filter it through the “is this creepy?” filter first.
With that four of the way, I’ve seen customers give baristas cards before and it’s always a nice gesture and very appreciated. I’ve even seen a barista get a whole gift basket. Also seen them get flowers, although that one could easily border on em being creepy. A balloon is always fun and a little out of the ordinary. Or a gift card to a restaurant nearby or grocery store. I got one from a customer for a craft store and it was absolutely very appreciated.
With that four of the way, I’ve seen customers give baristas cards before and it’s always a nice gesture and very appreciated. I’ve even seen a barista get a whole gift basket. Also seen them get flowers, although that one could easily border on em being creepy. A balloon is always fun and a little out of the ordinary. Or a gift card to a restaurant nearby or grocery store. I got one from a customer for a craft store and it was absolutely very appreciated.
DrBophadese [OP] 8 points 1y ago
That’s kind of my biggest issue. Me and her are probably about the same age, so at least I won’t come off as like a creepy old guy, but that also leaves me open to being creepy guy who thinks I’ll date him for a tip lol. I don’t want it to seem like I’m creepy or trying to like “woo” her or anything. I work in customer facing sales, and while I’m not a woman, I’ve been made uncomfortable by customers and have seen plenty of coworkers, who are women, be made especially uncomfortable. It seems the response is mostly an enveloped personal tip or gift card, along with some nice words of appreciation. So I’ll probably go with something along the lines of that.
zarjazz 4 points 1y ago
People are at work for money. A simple thank you card with cash tucked inside in a sealed envelope will be most appreciated.
Necessary_Low939 4 points 1y ago
I think just telling her in person is great. Or maybe a gift card?
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Necessary_Low939 4 points 1y ago
What lol
mikhyel 3 points 1y ago
Send an email to corporate about how she makes your day better. It'll get forwarded to her manager, and if she's wanting to move up in the company, that kind of thing looks really good. We had a couple people do this at the store I used to work at, and it's always a really good thing, they'd get printed out and posted up in the back.
DrBophadese [OP] 2 points 1y ago
Thank you! Is there a good email for that?
mikhyel 3 points 1y ago
https://customerservice.starbucks.com/app/contact/ask/
I primarily use mobile and I'm not finding an email, though I know there is one, but you can use this contact list. I'd go with 'In our stores' and then select the drop down 'store environment' - they count baristas as part of that.
I primarily use mobile and I'm not finding an email, though I know there is one, but you can use this contact list. I'd go with 'In our stores' and then select the drop down 'store environment' - they count baristas as part of that.
DrBophadese [OP] 2 points 1y ago
Thank you so much! I’ll be sure to do this
InstanceOk6411 3 points 1y ago
To avoid being creepy, keep the personal note short! Just a, thanks for brightening my mornings! I wanted to make sure this tip was for you since you do such a great job!”
I am a barista and a woman, and if it went more detailed than that I would be creeped out - you never know with men customers, I’ve had very weird interactions.
I am a barista and a woman, and if it went more detailed than that I would be creeped out - you never know with men customers, I’ve had very weird interactions.
idk_why1000 3 points 1y ago
I had a regular who, every single Christmas, would get me one of those scratch card gift sets. I thought it was really nice
rudebii 3 points 1y ago
Send a physical letter or postcard to the store manager and let them know how you feel. Those a huge deal and not very common. Plus they get posted on the wall in the back.
We used to have regulars send us postcards while on vacation saying how they missed they’re daily coffee. That was always super nice too.
We used to have regulars send us postcards while on vacation saying how they missed they’re daily coffee. That was always super nice too.
jjd_yo 3 points 1y ago
Just pointing out what they’ve done for you, and a genuine compliment is enough to make just about every I know tear up. Let them know they’re great!
barista1955 3 points 1y ago
Gift cards!!
rubyboobydooo 2 points 1y ago
if you know their name, ive had customers actually call and leave in a compliment for certain baristas. i’m not sure what the phone number is but it does go back around to the barista. it’s better than most phone calls they get and it’ll make the barista look good to the SM and DM!
kurokurokii 2 points 1y ago
To avoid being creepy I would say to write a small letter with a small gift in it! Then when you give it to her, just thank her for her hard work! In the letter, you could write how she never fails to brighten your day with her great attitude and that you appreciate her a lot! We have a regular who comes in at my store who will always make compliments, but he phrases it about our work and attitude makes it so it’s not creepy! Hope this helps!
namastebetches 2 points 1y ago
$25 to $50 gas card would be nice
dystopidrip 2 points 1y ago
we have a regular at my store that comes every morning and he’s gotten us cards for every holiday, and every few weeks he gets us flowers that we keep on the desk we have in the back and it’s the sweetest thing ever! even the slightest bit of recognition means a lot
saltynerdy 2 points 1y ago
Make sure you have the Starbucks app downloaded and take the surveys! They have a big impact
GiveMeCoffeeFreeze 2 points 1y ago
I would love to know simply that I was able to make someone else’s day better. That, in turn, would make my day better.
So often customers are so mean to us and tell us that we are stupid or useless, it would be great to hear that we are doing something right.
So often customers are so mean to us and tell us that we are stupid or useless, it would be great to hear that we are doing something right.
InstanceOk6411 2 points 1y ago
One regular bought us gift cards one time!
LY-_- 2 points 1y ago
One thing might be telling the SM maybe ask if they are there or call in I personally would love that since I am trying to be a SSV. Maybe a gift card for a place near by. I think baking is a good idea but they could be allergic to something
BlondeBreveHC -1 points 1y ago
Hand written cards are not inappropriate and personal tipping this way is also not inappropriate.
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BlondeBreveHC 1 points 1y ago
How do I sound bitter if im encouraging op to write them a handwritten card with a personal tip inside like lmao you sound delusional
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