what counts as a competitor?(self.starbucksbaristas)
submitted by WorldlySundae7490
I know we aren't allowed to be employeed by starbucks competitors while employed by the Siren, but what exactly counts as a competitor? With the hour cuts I'm looking for a second job and being a waitress is looking really good moneywise, but I also really enjoy Starbucks so I don't want to quit to become a waitress. Thoughts?
Comfortable-Plane94450 points6m ago
I would say fuck the rules and just don’t let them find out. Do what’s best for you. The siren sure won’t
BreadfruitStrong900616 points6m ago
i was a waitress/server while working at the bux. i think being a server is a solid choice!
thegingerhannah10 points6m ago
As long as it's not another coffee shop/somewhere that you would be working as a barista you should be fine. Just think about if your trade knowledge from working at starbucks could benefit the competitor/harm starbucks; that's what they care about and would consider a conflict of interest. It's also a good idea to disclose your other job to your manager just so it doesn't cause an issue down the line if they find out.
Sensitive_Damage3638 points6m ago
i had a partner i worked with that worked night shifts at dunkin, so i’m not even sure if this is a legitimate thing since i feel like that’d be one of the sirens biggest competitors. but also idk
honourarycanadian2 points6m ago
It is, she probably just didn’t let upper management know. Good for her.
Zealousideal-Star4483 points6m ago
I think it’s just coffee bean and Dunkin they don’t want you at. Maybe other small coffee shops too but waitressing sounds fine.
PoppyPancakes3 points6m ago
Working at another coffee shop or a tarbux/krobux etc would be a competitor. Being a server sounds fine!
honourarycanadian0 points6m ago
Tarbux/franchise starbies are okay to work at!
elatednoodles2 points6m ago
I have a coworker who works at sbux and at a restaurant and there aren’t any issues. Just disclose it to your SM just in case anything happens.
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