So, I worked at Starbucks for about 18 months and quit October 2020. I then switched to a job like Dutchbros where I’m outside in 105 degree weather for hours while listening to extremely loud music and putting on a show for customers. It’s tiresome and since my current company is smaller, the rules are loosely regulated and I don’t have insurance. In fact, the only perks I have is unlimited free drinks.

When I worked at Starbucks, I used to get frustrated with how “corporate” Starbucks was and, of course, how little they paid. At my current job, I make 9 an hour + cash AND digital tips, which eventually ups itself to 16-17 being a shift lead. I work 35-37 hours a week as a student though, which is hard and expected now that I have gotten a shift lead position, so I cannot move from that really unless I step down, which may put me under when hours get cut or whatever else.

Anyways, I miss the chill atmosphere that Starbucks has and the perks. Also, seeing that pay is increasing to 15/hr, I’m really, really reconsidering applying. It’s also worth mentioning that y’all are also getting digital tips too it looks like ? Like sign me up fr

So, I’m asking for opinions. What are y’all’s general opinions on the company now and what has changed since late 2020?