I would think long and hard about that. I’m currently finishing out a degree within organizational leadership and have looked at the track for ASM-SM. You’re paid from 42-54k a year (I believe that was the “old” salary, not sure if they updated when everyone was increased). It worked out to ~20.96/hr when I was doing calculations. Now I’m paid 19.05/hr as a shift, that’s not a huge difference. Additionally, ASMs do not get tips. So my tip rate at my cafe is ~1.5/hr (cash). When you add in the credit card tips…we’ll see how much more we’ll get (but off of last week’s WTD numbers ~1200, divided by 300 labor hours, that’s an extra $4 hourly, which brings me up to….24.55/hr….well above what an ASM clears at their 20.96/hr.
This is one of the main factors holding me into an SSV spot, sadly. especially as you consider that SSV have far less duties than an ASM/SM.

It would be unlikely you’d be an ASM at your current store. You can only apply for the position if it’s been posted by your district manager, and you can only be trained at a store where the manager is an ASM trainer. I believe you can’t train at your home store- it may be possible you get moved back after your 6 weeks training, but also unlikely. Depending on your state will determine your salary. Currently as an ASM in training, im making an avg of 23/hr until I’m full salary- where the shift rate is 19 here. Given the roll out of digital tips, stores in my district are making an extra $3-4/hr, some ssv’s are potentially are making more than me now with digital tips/cash tips!
I love the ASM/sm role and enjoy being able to lead others and be apart of the business aspect- so it’s really about what your career goals are w the siren :)

I was told you can’t promote to asm at the store you’re currently at, like you have to transfer to promote.

I say go for it! The experience of being an ASM will be great for your resume in the future as once you get to this level these skills can be transferred to any company.