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Starbucks
4.3
based on 258 Reviews
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Company Summary
Overall Rating
4.3/5
based on 258 reviews

19% above
industry average

Highly rated for
Job Security, Company Culture, Skill Development
Work Policy

Work from office
92% employees reported

Rotational Shift
56% employees reported

Flexible timing
76% employees reported

No travel
48% employees reported
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Top Employees Benefits
Free meal
28 employees reported
Job/Soft skill training
24 employees reported
Health insurance
22 employees reported
Professional degree assistance
14 employees reported
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About Starbucks
Founded in1971 (53 yrs old)
India Employee Count1k-5k
Global Employee Count1 Lakh+
HeadquartersSeattle, Washington, US
Office Locations
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Websitestarbucks.com
Primary Industry
Other Industries
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Every day, we go to work hoping to do two things: share great coffee with our friends and help make the world a little better. It was true when the first Starbucks opened in 1971, and it’s just as true today. Back then, the company was a single store in Seattle’s historic Pike Place Market. From just a narrow storefront, Starbucks offered some of the world’s finest fresh-roasted whole bean coffees. The name, inspired by Moby Dick, evoked the romance of the high seas and the seafaring tradition of the early coffee traders.
In 1981, Howard Schultz (Starbucks chairman and chief executive officer) had first walked into a Starbucks store. From his first cup of Sumatra, Howard was drawn into Starbucks and joined a year later. In 1983, Howard traveled to Italy and became captivated with Italian coffee bars and the romance of the coffee experience. He had the vision to bring the Italian coffeehouse tradition back to the United States. A place for conversation and a sense of community. A third place between work and home. He left Starbucks for a short period of time to start his own Il Giornale coffeehouses and returned in August 1987 to purchase Starbucks with the help of local investors.
From the beginning, Starbucks set out to be a different kind of company. One that not only celebrated coffee and the rich tradition, but that also brought a feeling of connection. We’re not just passionate purveyors of coffee, but everything else that goes with a full and rewarding coffeehouse experience. We also offer a selection of premium teas, fine pastries and other delectable treats to please the taste buds. And the music you hear in store is chosen for its artistry and appeal. It’s not unusual to see people coming to Starbucks to chat, meet up, or even work. We’re a neighborhood gathering place, a part of the daily routine – and we couldn’t be happier about it. Get to know us and you’ll see: we are so much more than what we brew. We make sure everything we do is through the lens of humanity – from our commitment to the highest quality coffee in the world to the way we engage with our customers and communities to do business responsibly.
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Starbucks Ratings
based on 258 reviews
Overall Rating
4.3/5
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Category Ratings
4.3
Job Security
4.2
Company Culture
4.1
Skill Development
4.1
Work-Life Balance
4.0
Work Satisfaction
3.8
Salary & Benefits
3.5
Promotions/Appraisal
Starbucks is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars on AmbitionBox, based on 258 company reviews. This rating reflects a generally positive employee experience, indicating satisfaction with the company’s work culture, benefits, and career growth opportunities. AmbitionBox gathers authentic employee reviews and ratings, making it a trusted platform for job seekers and employees in India.
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Gender Based Ratings at Starbucks
based on 233 reviews
4.3
Rated by 51 Women
Rated 4.2 for Skill Development and 4.1 for Job Security
4.3
Rated by 182 Men
Rated 4.4 for Job Security and 4.3 for Company Culture
Work Policy at Starbucks
based on 25 reviews in last 6 months
Work from office
92%
Hybrid
8%
Starbucks Reviews
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Overall Rating | 4.3/5 based on 258 reviews | 4.4/5 based on 210 reviews | 3.6/5 based on 117 reviews | 3.8/5 based on 1.5k reviews |
Highly Rated for | Job Security Company culture Skill development | Work-Life balance Job Security Company culture | No highly rated category | No highly rated category |
Critically Rated for | No critically rated category | No critically rated category | Promotion/Appraisals Company culture Work Satisfaction | Promotion/Appraisals Salary & Benefits |
Primary Work Policy | Work from office 92% employees reported | - | - | Work from office 83% employees reported |
Rating by Women Employees | 4.3 Good rated by 51 women | 4.7 Excellent rated by 25 women | 3.6 Good rated by 13 women | 3.9 Good rated by 160 women |
Rating by Men Employees | 4.3 Good rated by 182 men | 4.3 Good rated by 165 men | 3.5 Good rated by 85 men | 3.8 Good rated by 1.1k men |
Job Security | 4.3 Good | 4.2 Good | 3.3 Average | 3.5 Good |
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Starbucks Salaries
3.8
rated by 258 employees for salariesShift Supervisor
(173 salaries)
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Store Manager
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₹4.2 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr
Barista Trainer
(80 salaries)
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₹0.9 L/yr - ₹5 L/yr
Shift Manager
(77 salaries)
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₹2.1 L/yr - ₹4.6 L/yr
Barista Coffee Maker
(50 salaries)
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₹1 L/yr - ₹3.3 L/yr
Assistant Store Manager
(28 salaries)
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₹3.2 L/yr - ₹5 L/yr
Leader Barista
(8 salaries)
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₹1.4 L/yr - ₹2.5 L/yr
Supervisor
(8 salaries)
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₹2 L/yr - ₹5.1 L/yr
Restaurant Manager
(6 salaries)
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₹6.2 L/yr - ₹6.8 L/yr
Barista Lead
(6 salaries)
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₹1.8 L/yr - ₹2.2 L/yr
Starbucks Interview Questions
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Interview Process at Starbucks
based on 11 interviews in last 1 year
Interview Experience
4.5
Good
Difficulty level
Easy
43%
Moderate
43%
Hard
14%
People are getting interviews through
based on 17 Starbucks interviews
Job Portal
28%
Referral
24%
Company Website
18%
Walkin
18%
*12% candidates got the interview through other sources
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Starbucks News
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Starbucks' new CEO said he wants to improve work for its baristas. They aren't happy yet.
- Starbucks baristas represented by Starbucks Workers United have voted to authorize a potential strike.
- The union is focused on winning better raises for its members and resolving unfair labor practice charges.
- Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol has expressed commitment to improving working conditions for baristas.
- Some operational changes have been made, but issues like understaffing and heavy workload remain.
Insider | 19 Dec, 2024
Starbucks is on the cusp of a major barista strike
- Starbucks Workers United, the coffee chain's largest union, has authorized a nationwide strike.
- The union stated that Starbucks has not settled hundreds of unfair labor practice cases.
- Starbucks called the union considering a strike 'disappointing'.
- CEO Brian Niccol announced a change in the company's parental leave policy.
Insider | 18 Dec, 2024
Starbucks expands parental leave up to 18 weeks
- Starbucks is increasing the amount of paid leave it offers to birth parents from six weeks to 18 weeks and to nonbirth parents from six weeks to 12 weeks.
- This change comes after feedback from employees who felt the previous program was insufficient.
- Starbucks has positioned itself as a leader in providing benefits to employees in the foodservice industry.
- The increased parental leave aims to improve employee retention and consumer perception of the brand.
Hrdive | 18 Dec, 2024

Starbucks raises paid leave for birth mothers from 6 weeks to 18
- Starbucks is increasing paid leave benefits for its employees, particularly birth mothers.
- Birth mothers will now be entitled to 18 weeks of paid leave, compared to the previous 6 weeks.
- Other parents who adopt or bring home a child through surrogacy or long-term foster care will receive up to 12 weeks of paid leave.
- The decision to increase paid leave was influenced by employee feedback and the efforts of CEO Brian Niccol to improve working conditions.
HRKatha | 17 Dec, 2024

The latest change for Starbucks under its new CEO? Baristas can get triple the amount of paid parental leave
- Starbucks will offer baristas up to 18 weeks of paid parental leave starting in March under its new CEO.
- Birth parents will receive up to 18 weeks of paid leave, while nonbirth parents will receive up to 12 weeks.
- The expanded benefit applies to US store employees working at least 20 hours per week.
- Baristas will reportedly receive smaller raises this year due to the company's performance.
Insider | 17 Dec, 2024
Starbucks China appoints Tony Yang as first CGO amid restructuring and declining sales
- Starbucks China has appointed Tony Yang as its first-ever Chief Growth Officer (CGO) as part of broader leadership changes at Starbucks China.
- Tony Yang, previously President and Partner at digital marketing firm Tizeng, joined Starbucks China after heading user development at electric car startup Jidu.
- The appointment comes as Starbucks China aims to drive growth through digitalization, in-store service, and customer experience.
- Yang's first task is to expand the team's operations on Douyin (China's TikTok sibling) in order to attract younger consumers and boost engagement.
Technode | 11 Dec, 2024

These Are Wells Fargo's Core Stock Picks
- Wells Fargo analysts have published their core stock pick list, featuring companies suitable for long-term investments.
- Alphabet (GOOG) is their pick in the communications sector, with a forecasted 12% EPS growth rate. Google is expected to resist regulatory attempts to break it up and Alphabet's Gemini AI is seen as a growth catalyst.
- Other picks include Comcast (CMCSA), Disney (DIS), and Omnicom Group (OMC).
- In consumer discretionary, the analysts like TJX Companies (TJX), Starbucks (SBUX), Nike (NKE), Lowe’s (LOW), and Home Depot (HD). HD and LOW stocks are considered the most promising due to lower interest rates boosting spending.
Baystreet | 10 Dec, 2024

Termite ransomware gang claims it carried out Blue Yonder attack
- The Termite group claims responsibility for the recent cyberattack on Blue Yonder.
- Termite claims to have stolen sensitive information including DB dumps, email lists, documents, and reports.
- Blue Yonder is currently investigating the claims and working with cybersecurity experts.
- The ransomware attack disrupted Blue Yonder's services and impacted its customers, including Starbucks and major UK grocery stores.
Tech Radar | 10 Dec, 2024

Starbucks' new CEO wants you to get a brewed coffee in 'less than 30 seconds'
- Starbucks' new CEO, Brian Niccol, aims to serve a brewed cup of coffee in less than 30 seconds.
- Starbucks plans to enhance mobile orders and improve transparency around pricing.
- Niccol wants to prioritize speed and simplify Starbucks' pricing architecture.
- Starbucks invests in technology to provide more accurate drink preparation times.
Insider | 6 Dec, 2024
The founder of Shake Shack says there's a limit to how many times you should say 'yes' to the customer
- Danny Meyer, founder of Shake Shack, believes that saying 'yes' to customers excessively can be risky and may not benefit the business or the average customer.
- Meyer referenced Starbucks as an example of a company offering excessive customization, stating that too many permutations of lattes could lead to a declining customer experience.
- He mentioned that Shake Shack has restrained itself by keeping its menu simple and scaling back on offerings like milkshakes and daily frozen custard flavors.
- Meyer emphasized the importance of finding a balance between growth and maintaining a small, personalized approach as a company expands.
Insider | 6 Dec, 2024
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