Got my first job!

Xiphos68 · 01-20-2012, 08:48 AM

I'm a barista at Starbucks! Thank you Lord!

Start next Monday!

So excited!

Does anybody have any experience with Starbucks or any good tips for starting a new job?

Konfyouzd · 01-20-2012, 08:49 AM

Nice!

Xiphos68 · 01-20-2012, 08:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Konfyouzd

Nice!

Thanks dude!

Seems like it should be a lot of fun!

budda · 01-20-2012, 08:52 AM

Congrats! Either the job itself will suck or the people will (in my experience) - find the part to enjoy about work, then enjoy the .... out of it!

Xiphos68 · 01-20-2012, 08:55 AM

Me and my Dad have been to this Starbucks so much that we know the workers and they're all pretty level-headed from what I can see.
It's really cool because like me and my Dad would bring like our 7 strings with our Micro Cubes and they don't mind letting us play and what not.
So they're pretty cool overall but working with them will be a totally different situation.

Yeah, it seems like it should be fun overall being a social outlet and what not as well.

Jontain · 01-20-2012, 09:53 AM

Congrats man, you will have to deal with the odd crap customer but you will be surprised how genuine a lot of customers can be with a bit of good service.

Enjoy it man!

Edit: to explain a bit more, I worked in retail and found that service is best applied depending on customer being served, some will just want you to provide a quick professional service whereas others do like a bit of a chat while they are being served. You will be able to gauge pretty quickly which customers are which after working for a wee while, and other than the customer receiving great service you will find the day is much more stress free once your relaxed around all different types of people.

caskettheclown · 01-20-2012, 10:42 AM

Please don't be an asshole when I ask for a Small Medium or a Large, instead of Tall Grande or Vente.

Thats all I have to say

I would like to work at a Starbucks but if I did I would have to bring home a ton of Frap's to my mom cause she goes there everyday...

My advice for you is...

Buy a good pair of shoes, i'm not sure how much you'll be working though but trust me it will make a big difference.

Since you are new, try to come in whenever they ask you too for a while, don't call in sick the first two weeks of work unless you are actually very sick.

There will be days where you want to kill EVERYBODY! I mean EVERYBODY!, just keep your cool and remember a lot of the people who are asshole's to you are just venting anger that needs to be directed at someone else.

Save a little money as well for when you don't get as many hours, i'm not sure if starbucks has a time of the year where they are really slow.

Blind Theory · 01-20-2012, 11:19 AM

Buy shoes that are like feet pillows. You will stand all ....ing day. I don't work, nor have I ever worked at a Starbucks but my only job experience is in the restaurant industry (which I currently still work in

). The only people that sit down at any time in a restaurant are the management in their office, bussers (briefly and maybe), and the customers themselves. Also, while I don't 100% hate the actual job itself, the people are certified idiots. Starbucks will be a more chill environment and there aren't huge staffs on at the same time so I imagine it will be pretty cool. I guess my only advice is, if you like this, stay there until you get into whatever you want after college or whatever. And the restaurant industry blows donkey dick.

AND! Congrats, I remember my first job! It will be sweet!

Konfyouzd · 01-20-2012, 11:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by budda

Congrats! Either the job itself will suck or the people will (in my experience) - find the part to enjoy about work, then enjoy the .... out of it!

This remains true FOREVER.

Xiphos68 · 01-20-2012, 11:33 AM

caskettheclown - Do you have any suggestions for shoes?

I don't know why people make a big deal about those size words.

Thanks Blind Theory! I'll keep that in mind.

Konfyouzd - From the stories I've heard, I'm sure I can agree.

Konfyouzd · 01-20-2012, 11:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Xiphos68

I don't know why people make a big deal about those size words.

Bc they're pretentious...

Don Vito · 01-20-2012, 10:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Xiphos68

Me and my Dad have been to this Starbucks so much that we know the workers and they're all pretty level-headed from what I can see.
It's really cool because like me and my Dad would bring like our 7 strings with our Micro Cubes and they don't mind letting us play and what not.
So they're pretty cool overall but working with them will be a totally different situation.

Yeah, it seems like it should be fun overall being a social outlet and what not as well.

Can I borrow your dad?

I've always wanted to work at Starbucks, but I don't live close enough to one to justify the ride.

SirMyghin · 01-20-2012, 10:40 PM

Don't drink the coffee, go to a better shop and drinks theirs instead

(I just don't get what is so great about starbucks coffee, seriously).

Congratz on the job though, go in and bust ass. That has always worked well for me, I have references around the block claiming I am the best worker they've ever seen, because I was. Get a great reference everywhere you work, that is the ultimate goal really.

Baelzebeard · 01-20-2012, 11:06 PM

For a first job, you got a good one.

I have a friend that works for Starbucks, and she says they are a great employer. I've had a lot of interaction with sbux as a contractor, and they are great to work with. It's actually a company that you could pursue a career with.

My advice for enjoying your job is to be friendly and get along with your coworkers, because you're gonna spend alot of time with them. Be respectful to your bosses, but don't be an ass-kisser. And also very important; take pride in your work, no matter what you are doing.

My first job was literally working at McDonalds, but somehow I remember it fondly for the most part, and it's been long enough that the shitty parts are funny stories now.

Congrats.

BrainArt · 01-21-2012, 01:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Blind Theory

Buy shoes that are like feet pillows. You will stand all ....ing day. I don't work, nor have I ever worked at a Starbucks but my only job experience is in the restaurant industry (which I currently still work in

). The only people that sit down at any time in a restaurant are the management in their office, bussers (briefly and maybe), and the customers themselves. Also, while I don't 100% hate the actual job itself, the people are certified idiots. Starbucks will be a more chill environment and there aren't huge staffs on at the same time so I imagine it will be pretty cool. I guess my only advice is, if you like this, stay there until you get into whatever you want after college or whatever. And the restaurant industry blows donkey dick.

AND! Congrats, I remember my first job! It will be sweet!

This. Only, when I was working in a restaurant I hated the work, but liked the people.

Quote:

Originally Posted by SirMyghin

Don't drink the coffee, go to a better shop and drinks theirs instead

(I just don't get what is so great about starbucks coffee, seriously).

This. I despise Starbucks. No offense, OP.

Anyways, congrats, dude!

EtherealEntity · 01-21-2012, 01:46 AM

Feels great right?

Congrats.
I have a friend who works there and she is very happy

ZEBOV · 01-21-2012, 04:24 PM

I wear Skechers Nuovo athletic shoes, and they feel FANTASTIC!

Also, don't drink 2 large double shot Venti (large) of any drink there. It's not safe

BucketheadRules · 01-21-2012, 04:51 PM

Grats dude, enjoy it

I should get onto the employment ladder, but opportunities are a bit thin for a 16-year-old, such as I am...

leftyguitarjoe · 01-21-2012, 11:30 PM

1. Dont miss work without documentation. Ever.

2. Dont be late. EVER.

Do these two things and you'll be able to keep any job.

Asrial · 01-22-2012, 08:07 AM

To add to what lefty said, you should obviously be as polite as possible, say "have a (really) nice day", chatting a little too when there's very little customers too. Just be convincing you want nothing but good things to the customers.
People remembers where the service is good and where it is bad, and even a single good employee can change the general atmosphere and customers behaviour!

I worked at a super market chain, and people were very likely to recognize me with a smile and a chat, and leave the store with a smile. It's not that odd again; smiles are contageous.

Pooluke41 · 01-22-2012, 03:05 PM

Congrats!

Grand Moff Tim · 01-22-2012, 03:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SirMyghin

Congratz on the job though, go in and bust ass.

Hahahaha. Is that not a euphemism for farting up in Canadialand? It sure is 'round these parts. Bahahaha.

I'm such a child.

CloudAC · 01-22-2012, 04:07 PM

I'm a huge Starbucks fan, for their hot chocolate though

I love my Starbucks, they're mega nice people, congrats on the first job

Just remember to always have a smile on your face!

SirMyghin · 01-22-2012, 04:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Grand Moff Tim

Hahahaha. Is that not a euphemism for farting up in Canadialand? It sure is 'round these parts. Bahahaha.

I'm such a child.

No, no it definitely isn't busting your ass is working hard.

LeftyJoes #2 (never be late) is quite possibly the best advice you will ever get. Just remember, if you aren't early, you're late.

Grand Moff Tim · 01-22-2012, 06:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SirMyghin

No, no it definitely isn't busting your ass is working hard.

Yeah, busting your (my, his, their, etc) ass. Around here, though, leaving out the pronoun (ie "busting ass") is just farting

.

On topic: Coolio, dude, especially if you actually like coffee. I hate it, so you're a better man than I for being able to subject yourself to its smell for an entire shift

.

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Xiphos68 Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Middle Earth Posts: 6,540 Thanked: 185 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Me and my Dad have been to this Starbucks so much that we know the workers and they're all pretty level-headed from what I can see. It's really cool because like me and my Dad would bring like our 7 strings with our Micro Cubes and they don't mind letting us play and what not. So they're pretty cool overall but working with them will be a totally different situation. Yeah, it seems like it should be fun overall being a social outlet and what not as well. Have a question about The Gospel or prayer request, PM me. Happy to help and God Bless! Band: www.facebook.com/whisperfromheaven For fans of Melodic-Metal. "Once you have entered the Ocean... You have entered the food chain." - Dad

01-20-2012, 09:53 AM	#6
Jontain SS.org Regular Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: UK Posts: 1,103 Thanked: 13 Feedback Score: 2 reviews	Congrats man, you will have to deal with the odd crap customer but you will be surprised how genuine a lot of customers can be with a bit of good service. Enjoy it man! Edit: to explain a bit more, I worked in retail and found that service is best applied depending on customer being served, some will just want you to provide a quick professional service whereas others do like a bit of a chat while they are being served. You will be able to gauge pretty quickly which customers are which after working for a wee while, and other than the customer receiving great service you will find the day is much more stress free once your relaxed around all different types of people. Metal_Webb likes this.

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01-20-2012, 10:42 AM	#7
caskettheclown Sevenstring GAS Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: odenville alabama Posts: 1,273 Thanked: 11 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Please don't be an asshole when I ask for a Small Medium or a Large, instead of Tall Grande or Vente. Thats all I have to say I would like to work at a Starbucks but if I did I would have to bring home a ton of Frap's to my mom cause she goes there everyday... My advice for you is... Buy a good pair of shoes, i'm not sure how much you'll be working though but trust me it will make a big difference. Since you are new, try to come in whenever they ask you too for a while, don't call in sick the first two weeks of work unless you are actually very sick. There will be days where you want to kill EVERYBODY! I mean EVERYBODY!, just keep your cool and remember a lot of the people who are asshole's to you are just venting anger that needs to be directed at someone else. Save a little money as well for when you don't get as many hours, i'm not sure if starbucks has a time of the year where they are really slow.

01-20-2012, 11:19 AM	#8
Blind Theory SS.org Regular Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: United States Posts: 718 Thanked: 14 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Buy shoes that are like feet pillows. You will stand all ....ing day. I don't work, nor have I ever worked at a Starbucks but my only job experience is in the restaurant industry (which I currently still work in). The only people that sit down at any time in a restaurant are the management in their office, bussers (briefly and maybe), and the customers themselves. Also, while I don't 100% hate the actual job itself, the people are certified idiots. Starbucks will be a more chill environment and there aren't huge staffs on at the same time so I imagine it will be pretty cool. I guess my only advice is, if you like this, stay there until you get into whatever you want after college or whatever. And the restaurant industry blows donkey dick. AND! Congrats, I remember my first job! It will be sweet!

01-20-2012, 11:33 AM	#10
Xiphos68 Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Middle Earth Posts: 6,540 Thanked: 185 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	caskettheclown - Do you have any suggestions for shoes? I don't know why people make a big deal about those size words. Thanks Blind Theory! I'll keep that in mind. Konfyouzd - From the stories I've heard, I'm sure I can agree. Have a question about The Gospel or prayer request, PM me. Happy to help and God Bless! Band: www.facebook.com/whisperfromheaven For fans of Melodic-Metal. "Once you have entered the Ocean... You have entered the food chain." - Dad

01-20-2012, 10:40 PM	#13
SirMyghin The Dirt Guy Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Anywhere but here. Posts: 7,160 Thanked: 41 Feedback Score: 3 reviews	Don't drink the coffee, go to a better shop and drinks theirs instead (I just don't get what is so great about starbucks coffee, seriously). Congratz on the job though, go in and bust ass. That has always worked well for me, I have references around the block claiming I am the best worker they've ever seen, because I was. Get a great reference everywhere you work, that is the ultimate goal really. SchecterWhore, Xiphos68 and BrainArt like this. Guitar techs are for sissies. Learn some damn music theory, don't complain, and you'll be a better person. -Schecterwhore Show me a truly awesome guitar for under $1000 and I'll show you hateful lies.

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Baelzebeard Grinder of strings Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Washington, the state Posts: 577 Thanked: 6 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	For a first job, you got a good one. I have a friend that works for Starbucks, and she says they are a great employer. I've had a lot of interaction with sbux as a contractor, and they are great to work with. It's actually a company that you could pursue a career with. My advice for enjoying your job is to be friendly and get along with your coworkers, because you're gonna spend alot of time with them. Be respectful to your bosses, but don't be an ass-kisser. And also very important; take pride in your work, no matter what you are doing. My first job was literally working at McDonalds, but somehow I remember it fondly for the most part, and it's been long enough that the shitty parts are funny stories now. Congrats. Xiphos68 likes this.

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leftyguitarjoe Correct-handed Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Newark, DE Posts: 2,228 Thanked: 184 Feedback Score: 1 reviews	1. Dont miss work without documentation. Ever. 2. Dont be late. EVER. Do these two things and you'll be able to keep any job. "Yeah, sometimes when you're cool, you spontaneously combust into a fireball of awesomeness" - RenegadeDave

01-22-2012, 08:07 AM	#20
Asrial Heaviest brony Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Sorø, Denmark Posts: 1,233 Thanked: 21 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	To add to what lefty said, you should obviously be as polite as possible, say "have a (really) nice day", chatting a little too when there's very little customers too. Just be convincing you want nothing but good things to the customers. People remembers where the service is good and where it is bad, and even a single good employee can change the general atmosphere and customers behaviour! I worked at a super market chain, and people were very likely to recognize me with a smile and a chat, and leave the store with a smile. It's not that odd again; smiles are contageous. BucketheadRules likes this. The Asrial Project Bandcamp The Asrial Project Soundcloud The Asrial Project Twitter The Asrial Project Facebook JeffFromMtl: Anyone who says sex is over-rated is doing it wrong. I don't care how good your stupid toffee brioche pudding is. Myself: Han shot first

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01-22-2012, 04:07 PM	#23
CloudAC Call me Charlie :) Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Aberdeen, Scotland Posts: 1,061 Thanked: 11 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I'm a huge Starbucks fan, for their hot chocolate though I love my Starbucks, they're mega nice people, congrats on the first job Just remember to always have a smile on your face! Xiphos68 likes this. My YouTube Channel - http://www.youtube.com/user/Charliee707

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