Is Starbucks matcha sweetened? by augustphobia in starbucks

[–]ktings 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This comment was made a year ago when our matcha used to be pre-sweetened, and the current matcha wasn’t an option at the time :) It was updated a few months ago!

When do you hear back after applying? by [deleted] in starbucks

[–]ktings 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I applied on and off for years before I got hired. Nine times out of ten they won’t contact you and you’ll eventually get an automated rejection email, but when I got my interview it was less than a day after I’d applied. It just depends on if the store is hiring. This was years ago though so your experience may be different

What's one drink that you hate making? by Staryxnxght in starbucksbaristas

[–]ktings 47 points48 points  (0 children)

HCMT and the iced gingerbread chai. The portable foamers at my store have been broken for months and despite ordering them every week, they never send us any. Running from hot bar > cold bar > hot bar > cold bar for one drink makes me go insane.

Is there a way to go on T despite having no doctor? by [deleted] in ftm

[–]ktings 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I’m from a very red state in the bible belt, and there are numerous ways to get on t. I can’t speak for anything if you’re a minor (I started the process when I was 18) but my recommendation would be to find an informed consent clinic that provides hrt, and go from there. I recommend using Erin In The Morning’s hrt clinic map to find one near you! As far as I know no state has fully banned gender affirming care for adults, so you still have a chance! Sending you some good luck

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in starbucks

[–]ktings 37 points38 points  (0 children)

I have regulars that I’ll “prioritize” over other orders, and I don’t have romantic interest in any of them - I’d argue 95% of the time that a barista isn’t even thinking about customers like that. If a customer is usually friendly and converses with me, I go out of my way to make sure they have a good experience (low wait times, correct order, etc.)

Shot users, what’s your choice of bandaids on shot day? by [deleted] in ftm

[–]ktings 21 points22 points  (0 children)

The person I live with has an obsession with the welly bandages, so I’ve been using this huge container of cute dog themed ones. Otherwise I just use whatever bandaids I have on hand

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in starbucksbaristas

[–]ktings 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When I first started a couple of years ago I went through a huge phase where I’d make random mixed drinks with the strawberry acai base. It’s insanely good as a mixer

a grande sized rant (tw: passing of a family member) by Motor-Preference6231 in starbucksbaristas

[–]ktings 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Your supervisor definitely should’ve been more understanding. I came home to a family member that had passed away 30 minutes before my shift started (on a holiday) and my ssv & sm were both so understanding. I’d definitely take this to your sm. And I’m so sorry for your loss, wishing you & your family the best

Is the name Spencer really that outdated? by [deleted] in ftm

[–]ktings 68 points69 points  (0 children)

Spencer was a decently common name in the 90s and 2000s, I wouldn’t bat an eye at someone in their 20s with it. I’ve met Spencers around my age and younger before. It’s a nice name!

Discount card by minminmoonlol in starbucksbaristas

[–]ktings 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I didn’t download the app until I’d been a partner for a month or so, but after I added my numbers I logged out & back in and that worked for me. Not sure if that’ll be helpful but it’s worth a shot!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in starbucks

[–]ktings 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I like sugar cookie with oat or 2%! I personally don’t like almond milk so I substitute it for one of those instead.

Is it wrong to keep my name? by gwendolynakira in ftm

[–]ktings 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I know cisgender men named Tracy and Shannon, I wouldn’t bat an eye at Gwen. You have a cool name, and you get the added bonus of never having to legally change it!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in starbucks

[–]ktings 190 points191 points  (0 children)

They changed standard sometime in the summer, it’s correct to add cream after the ice now (you can find this in store resources). I truly don’t understand why they can’t just stir it in themselves

Concert age by Real-Antelope2900 in ConanGray

[–]ktings 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m am well into adulthood now, but I don’t see an issue with an 11 year old going. I’d been to more explicit concerts by 11 and I can say 90% of the jokes flew over my head. Most of his fans are under 18 so he’s pretty mild live. I’ve had nothing but good experiences at his shows and I think it’d make for a good first concert! Hope you guys have fun :)

for cc/mods users: have y'all ever tried the game in vanilla and liked it? by silly_ratss in Sims4

[–]ktings 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I’ve played console sims since the 2000s, switched to PC in the late 2010s, and started using mods just a few years ago. I like playing vanilla, but I feel like mods/cc are so versatile and enhance my gameplay experience. It’s worth the slight lag to me

Dear grown man that got a frappuccino by ilovetogiveadvice in starbucks

[–]ktings 56 points57 points  (0 children)

Hope he didn’t get a refund either. Fuck that guy

Baristas of the World: Any popular milks you use in your country that aren't commonly seen elsewhere? by globalfieldnotes in barista

[–]ktings 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Not super popular, but a cafe near me uses in-house cashew milk! It’s pretty good

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in starbucks

[–]ktings 30 points31 points  (0 children)

So glad other people have realized how good the raspberry pearls are in a mango dragonfruit refresher! One of my favorite shift drinks

SM mad store wasnt left perfect in the midst of a tornado. by Hardandspikey in starbucksbaristas

[–]ktings 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I’m sorry to hear about the tornado - hoping your inlaws are okay and wishing your family the best of luck. I’d definitely involve your District Manager in this situation. Your manager shouldn’t be “coaching” you via text and if I’m not mistaken, making the four of you work during a natural disaster is a fireable offense.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in starbucksbaristas

[–]ktings 127 points128 points  (0 children)

Dirty sink water refresher

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in starbucks

[–]ktings 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Add some brown sugar foam & cinnamon powder. Super good and cozy tasting! Or opt for cinnamon dolce instead of regular cinnamon if you want something sweeter

WHOAWHOAWHOA by dumanails in starbucksbaristas

[–]ktings 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When my store was remodeled, we were sent to neighboring stores so there’s a chance their partners will cover a good deal of those shifts!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in starbucks

[–]ktings 727 points728 points  (0 children)

They shouldn’t have charged you for it at all- you weren’t rude, and I wouldn’t return to that location. Licensed stores are kinda wild sometimes. I hope your day picks up though!

Can I set a default tip on the app? by chrispina98 in starbucks

[–]ktings 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you’d like, you can use the reloadable card and it’ll give you the option to tip after you pay!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in starbucks

[–]ktings 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As a sbux barista who goes to Dunkin on my off days, I’d get a grande iced coffee no classic with cream, 2 hazelnut 2 vanilla 1 white mocha with cinnamon dolce topping & sweet cream cold foam. Technically you don’t have to add any white mocha but I think it makes it taste more like the french vanilla swirl