hmm. i’d say Starbucks is better than McDonalds. but i would recommend trying to put an application in at a local coffee shop or restaurant. Starbucks is very hectic and can be really frustrating.

It's going to depend on the store. See if anyone you know works there and ask how they like it. Or go after school and sit in the cafe or when you'd work on the weekends and see how stressful it looks for the baristas.
It's easier to get trained in the summer though, cause you can only work minimal hours during the school year.

Go in for an interview with the manager, if they seem like they respect you and your time (and other workers) they are most likely one of the good managers. Whether starbucks is a good or bad job almost completely depends on your manager. I would also go into the cafe area if you have one there and just observe the general vibes. If everyone working seems stressed and upset, it's probably gonna be a bad time. However if everyone is laughing and making jokes with each other, you probably got a good job there!

after working for a place where i made $13/hr watching 50+ kids, starbucks is a dream. decent benefits esp if you’re still living with your parents. customers can be assholes, but just remember that they’re the ones who are embarrassing themselves by yelling at a kid at a fast food place.

If you're struggling with awkwardness, Starbucks is honestly the place to be.

When you talk to customers you use basically the same stock phrases ("That's not quite right? Let me remake that for you." "Have a great one!" "Sure thing, would you also like to line the cup?", etc). This means that you get time talking to new people every single day - without the not knowing what to say.

I found myself being a lot more comfortable talking with people even after just a couple months working.

Starbucks also pays (in some cases) higher than the competition with the starting rate being $15/hour and they will pay for you to virtually attend ASU.

That all being said it can be extremely stressful. My store during the summer made well over 10k a day - ***minimum***. We were understaffed, in a tourist town, drive times were 20+ minutes consistently. There was a degree of toxic stress.

Although my case is more extreme, it can be a trial by fire. Depending on your store and staff, though, it can be very rewarding. I love my job and genuinely leave in a better mood than I come. I'm not sure how many other people can say that.

I'd apply and go in for an interview. Field any questions there. The hiring manager can answer questions about your specific store better than I, an internet stranger, ever could. Even if they extend you an offer, you can always turn it down. Don't be afraid to interview just to ask questions.

Just remember that Starbucks is more about creating a nurturing environment than making tasty coffee drinks and you'll do just fine. :)

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