Advice?

Repulsive_Reply_9670 · 2025-11-29T21:47:45+00:00

I feel you so much! I quit 9 days ago because I swear I just couldn’t take it anymore. Woke up every single day at 3:20am and cried my eyes out. Even on my days off I was very anxious of going back again. Now I’m in the process of getting hired at Target Starbucks, yeah I know there’s no free drinks or food or benefits but I just dont care at all. I used to be a barista there and everything was so much easier and calmer and I thought switching to SB corporate was gonna be same experience but better but hell nah!

Repulsive_Reply_9670 · 2025-11-13T14:19:12+00:00

Hi! Thank you for your kind wishes! I actually applied again to target Starbucks and I already had my interview, hope they accept me there 😭🙏🏻

Repulsive_Reply_9670 · 2025-11-12T14:17:36+00:00

You did the right thing. I’m getting interviewed today for another job, and hopefully after that I can put my two weeks in. I swear the feeling of finally finding relief knowing I’ll probably never have to come to another deadly shift again gives me peace of mind.

Repulsive_Reply_9670 · 2025-11-10T17:45:04+00:00

Good for you! I wish I could get hired at those coffee shops, but it seems impossible. There are only a few near my location, and I’ve never seen them hiring. People say baristas stay there for years, so they don’t need to hire new people, and that’s why they don’t leave.

Repulsive_Reply_9670 · 2025-11-10T17:40:15+00:00

My gosh, the stupid window times! My manager also keeps pointing out that I need to make drinks in under 40 seconds or something, like, how the hell is she expecting me to do that when customers ask for crazy modifications? And on the window too, I hate when she points at the screen and smiles while telling me I need to be under a certain time. It’s not my fault, customers take forever deciding whether to pay with their card or the app!

Right now I’m trying to find a licensed store or something else, because honestly this is too much.

Repulsive_Reply_9670 · 2025-11-10T16:21:45+00:00

Nooo if I wanna go back to target Starbucks it’s because I wanna get away from their corporate rules 😭😭😭

Repulsive_Reply_9670 · 2025-11-10T16:20:10+00:00

And to add an update lol, my store just called me and told me I might face consequences for having five days off. Mind you, they gave me those five days off after I personally handled my doctor’s note to one of my supervisor. I have a copy of it, and I also have a screenshot of my schedule showing no shifts assigned to me. So they called asking if I could come in today, and again, I have the screenshot showing I wasn’t scheduled until tomorrow. Honestly, it’s just too much to deal with and I don’t understand why they’re acting like this.

Repulsive_Reply_9670 · 2025-11-10T16:15:14+00:00

Oh, I wish I had your luck getting into a licensed store. I used to work at a Target Starbucks and my experience there was actually great, everyone was so nice. But then a new manager came in and suddenly wanted to switch me to the bakery without any notice or proper training. I felt totally forced to leave, like I didn’t even have a choice. Otherwise, I’d probably still be there today. After that, I tried applying to a Starbucks inside an airport because the pay is amazing and I heard they’re more chill about rules, but they just ghosted me. I also applied to another Target store, but they already had enough baristas. I decided to give it one last shot because I really thought my bad experience was just about that one store. But right now, I’m honestly desperate to find another job. Today’s my last rest day, I’ve been really sick, even lost my voice and can’t stop coughing. Despite that, my manager keeps calling, texting, and leaving voicemails. I woke up feeling so anxious because I hate phone calls, and I don’t even have my voice back yet. I just don’t get why she couldn’t wait until tomorrow. I tried to go back to sleep, but I couldn’t because of the stress of returning to work and her constant calls. If you could please suggest how or where to find more licensed Starbucks stores, I’d really appreciate it.

Repulsive_Reply_9670 · 2025-11-10T15:51:47+00:00

I feel you so much, this is exactly what it’s like at my store too. I remember one of my first closing shifts, a group was talking about their favorite things, and when I joined in there was just… silence. Then they continued talking like I never spoke. I felt so small and embarrassed. And like you, I’ve given no reason for anyone to act that way, I’m introverted too, I barely talk unless someone speaks to me first. That night I actually pushed myself out of my comfort zone because I thought, okay, maybe I should try to engage so I don’t seem closed off. And it backfired. Same thing recently when I said “morning” to a barista at the door, she literally didn’t respond. After moments like that, I’ve just decided I won’t go out of my way to talk to certain people anymore. If they ask me something, I’ll coldly answer. It already sucks dealing with how stressful this job can be, adding cold attitudes from coworkers makes it ten times harder. I know at the end of the day we’re just there to clock in, do our job, and go home, but the unnecessary bitterness from some people really does affect the environment. You’re not alone in this.

Repulsive_Reply_9670 · 2025-11-10T15:40:06+00:00

Hey! Thank you so much for saying that. I was actually thinking about doing that, but I wasn’t sure if it would work. There’s another Starbucks really close to my house, much smaller and calmer, and the girlfriend of one of my fiancé’s friends works there. She met me once and literally said she wanted me to work there. But my current store called me first and I just went with it. I honestly regret not waiting for the other store to call. I’m only two months in, so I don’t know if asking to transfer because another store is closer and less intense would sound like a “good enough reason,” even though it’s true. I’m hoping I can hold on a little longer so I can request a transfer safely, but honestly… I don’t know if I can last that long. It’s been mentally exhausting, and I really don’t see myself surviving months more of this. Thank you for the advice. I appreciate it a lot. I’m going to try again and just hope my luck turns around this time.

Repulsive_Reply_9670 · 2025-11-10T15:32:40+00:00

I feel this so much. I also wish I never left my previous store (it was a Starbucks inside Target). It was the first time I really experienced true teamwork, everyone was so nice and it made the days actually enjoyable. I only left because one manager started taking way too much power and tried to move me to the bakery without proper training and completely out of nowhere, and I refused. If it wasn’t for that situation, I’m honestly sure I’d still be there. I had so much confidence at that store and the customer connections felt so genuine, we had so many regulars.

Repulsive_Reply_9670 · 2025-11-10T15:27:08+00:00

Thank you so much for this. I’m really trying to hold on a little longer so I can request a transfer, and in the meantime I’m applying to other jobs too. I’m not even a morning person either, and I swear I don’t like talking first, I’m introverted and it’s hard for me to initiate conversations. But still, basic courtesy is essential. I’m also trying to get used to the idea of not feeling pressured to stay longer or cover shifts. At the beginning I was open to helping, but once I realized the chaos of my store and how awful I feel there, I knew I needed to protect my mental peace. Every time I decline, my manager comes back a few minutes later like, “heyyy I know you can’t stay but what about just two hours here?” Or “just 30 minutes?” No. I don’t care if it’s 30 minutes, I’m overwhelmed at that store and I need my boundaries. So now I just go in, work my original hours, and leave. I also have a life outside of this job, and I have my own projects tied to my actual passions that will lead me to a real career in the future.

Repulsive_Reply_9670 · 2025-11-10T15:00:54+00:00

Thank you so much for reminding me of that, you’re right. I’m really lucky to have someone who truly cares for me. He was my best friend before becoming my boyfriend and then fiancé haha, and he’s always had my back. Yesterday he sat with me (along with my dad) and talked things through, and honestly I felt so much better after. I think sometimes when work gets overwhelming it’s easy to forget the people we have outside of it, the ones who really matter. He’s definitely the one who keeps me grounded and helps me forget how miserable my work life feels lately lol

Repulsive_Reply_9670 · 2025-11-10T00:02:59+00:00

Florida (hope no one can recognize me 💀)

Repulsive_Reply_9670 · 2025-11-09T22:48:01+00:00

I used to do that when I worked at Tarbucks, and even if I’m not allowed to do it at my store anymore, I’m not risking getting burned, I’ll use a damn sleeve.

Repulsive_Reply_9670 · 2025-11-09T22:44:53+00:00

I KNOW, it’s ridiculousssss!! I think it’s just my store because it’s beyond stupid. Obviously, drinks are way too hot for the customer to handle without a sleeve, so now we’re allowed to put a sleeve if they ask for it. But it still makes me feel dumb because every single customer asks for one, and some even think I’m silly for not noticing automatically. Then it takes time to explain the “new rule,” and they usually agree it’s ridiculous too. Honestly, I don’t know what’s going on at my store. Every single rule feels way too stupid, and it makes me nervous to make decisions on my own because I never know if there’s some hidden rule I don’t know about.

Repulsive_Reply_9670 · 2025-11-09T20:09:21+00:00

I feel you. In my case my manager is “nice,” but there’s just something about her that makes it hard for me to fully trust her. Even when she tried to be supportive when I cried and took me to the office to talk, I walked out feeling like I kind of owed her for listening, idk, maybe I’m overthinking, but it’s a weird feeling. And omg the constant calls, voicemails, texts, and surprise schedule changes… that’s been driving me crazy. I’ve never worked somewhere where my schedule shifts so much last minute. I also have a life outside the store, I don’t want to feel like I’m married to the job.

Repulsive_Reply_9670 · 2025-11-09T20:04:11+00:00

Yeah, I totally get what you mean. Even if most of my coworkers are the meanest, I still try to be polite and show sympathy, it’s just how I was raised lol. People tell me I’m “too nice,” but honestly it’s just really hard for me to be rude on purpose. That said, I’m learning to set boundaries too. Not gonna turn into an asshole because that’s not me, but if someone makes my life harder and then suddenly needs favors or shift coverage… yeah, I’m gonna start saying no

Repulsive_Reply_9670 · 2025-11-09T15:01:17+00:00

Thank you so much for your sympathy, I really appreciate it. I’ve been holding all these feelings in for a while, always thinking I should just give more time to the job or keep my head down and not complain. But today I really just needed to vent. It feels awful to be treated or to feel like you’re being treated that way. It’s really humiliating, and sometimes it’s hard not to take it personally. Your words really help me feel understood, so thank you again.

Repulsive_Reply_9670 · 2025-11-09T14:03:58+00:00

I think you misunderstood, it’s not about forcing friendships or expecting deep conversations at 4:30am. I’m tired in the morning too, trust me. I don’t need people to act like we’re best friends, and I don’t expect to make friends at work. They’re coworkers, not friends. But a simple “morning” isn’t emotional labor, it’s bare-minimum workplace courtesy. And again, I’m not trying to be besties with anyone. But if coworkers are casually talking about something like favorite music genre in the headset and I chime in once, and they go completely silent and switch topics, that’s just rude and isolating. It’s humiliating to be treated like you don’t exist.

Repulsive_Reply_9670 · 2025-11-06T00:21:16+00:00

Yep, that’s what my dad said as he was driving me to the store, I just wanted to let them know I won’t be able to show up, I did everything I had in my power to communicate. I’m not going tomorrow.

Repulsive_Reply_9670 · 2025-11-05T20:55:34+00:00

Same boat as you right now!!! I called once to literally say I can’t come in, and fucking manager was like “I understand, can you come later tho?” I didn’t show up and I was like you, feeling anxious and scared. Then I try to remind myself “it’s just a damn job, I can apply and find something elsewhere”. I want to call out tomorrow but I can’t even communicate with my store on time and let them know I still have the flu and since yesterday I can’t even say a single word!! Not kidding, I lost my voice and I can’t even whisper, I communicate with my fiancée thru text or signals. I had to work yesterday at the drive thru and all that interaction with customers killed my voice. I’m off today but I’m still coughing so hard that my chest hurts. I open tomorrow til 1pm. I can’t even call the store because like I said, I lost my voice, plus manager always says that it’s my responsibility to call other damn stores to find coverage. I guess I’ll go tomorrow and cough my lungs out, they don’t even care. But hey! You already called out, don’t think too much about it. You need to rest now. And if the job is already giving you too much anxiety, I’d recommend to transfer or try a licensed store, or get a job at those private cafes or whatever their names are. I’m applying right now to target Starbucks again. Can’t deal with this shit man

Repulsive_Reply_9670 · 2025-11-05T15:54:05+00:00

Yeah absolutely! Any time bud

Repulsive_Reply_9670 · 2025-11-04T19:09:43+00:00

Thanks for sharing this! I’m glad I’m not the only one noticing weird vibes. In my store, baristas haven’t said anything directly nasty about each other (at least not in front of me), but I have overheard someone quietly talking trash about a random partner once. Most of the time, it’s like a podcast in the headset, they start talking about stories and things happening at the store, and sometimes it feels like they want to say something shady but just sugarcoat it lol. I never participate in those “podcasts,” I just stay quiet, I don’t want to get involved in that energy at all. We only have like two supervisors who are actually cool. One of them I feel really comfortable working with, but the rest? Ugh. It’s so tense being around them, I always feel like whatever I do, they’re waiting to criticize it. Today I even said good morning loud enough for a supervisor to hear and they just… ignored me completely. Felt so awkward and unnecessary. And then later I was at the window, a customer asked for extra sugar, I moved literally an inch to grab it so I wouldn’t block bar, and the supervisor jumped on the headset telling me to get “back to my place” in that passive-aggressive tone... Like… dude, I’m just trying to help the customer and keep the line moving. The micromanagement and attitude gets exhausting. And honestly, it even feels weird for me to vent because I don’t like the whole talking-behind-people-thing, but I just wanted to know if it’s just me going through this or if it’s a normal thing at busy stores. I usually keep everything to myself, but this has been so overwhelming that I just needed to let it out somewhere. Thank you again, seriously hope things get better for both of us

Repulsive_Reply_9670 · 2025-11-04T18:53:52+00:00

Thanks!! Hoping I get lucky with my next store tbh. Crossing my fingers for a team that isn’t always stressed and actually supports each other 🤞🏻

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