store manager, Hayward/ San Leandro/ Castro Valley
Starbucks
The Breakroom Take
- Free food
- People enjoy this job
- Recommended by students
- Respectful managers
- Uninterrupted breaks
About Starbucks
Starbucks is a coffeehouse chain. They sell a variety of coffee drinks, hot and cold beverages, and snacks.
Job description from Starbucks
We believe in creating a warm and welcoming space where every cup of coffee sparks connection. As a coffeehouse leader, you don't just run a business-you lead a team that creates moments of connection and joy. Every day provides an opportunity to lead with craft and heart, making your coffeehouse a place where your community feels welcome.
We are invested in your growth journey, empowered through developmental experiences as well as our industry leading benefits .
We'd love to hear from people with:
- 3 years retail / customer service management experience or
- 4+ years of US Military service
- Strong organizational, interpersonal and problem solving skills
- Entrepreneurial mentality with experience in a sales focused environment
- Strong leadership skills and the ability to coach and mentor team partners with professional maturity
- Minimum High School or GED
Requirements:
- Legal documentation establishing your identity and eligibility to be legally employed in the country in which you apply.
- Ability to work full time (the work regularly demands in excess of 40 hours per week) including variable hours including early mornings, evenings, weekends and/ or holidays.
Let us give you the opportunity to grow as an individual, to build lasting relationships and make an impact in a place where people, quality and value mean everything.
Join us and connect with something bigger, apply today!
As a Starbucks partner, you (and your family) will have access to medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, and other voluntary insurance benefits. Partners have access to short-term and long-term disability, paid parental leave, family expansion reimbursement, paid vacation from date of hire*, sick time (accrued at 1 hour for every 25 hours worked), eight paid holidays, and two personal days per year. Starbucks also offers eligible partners participation in a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, a discounted company stock program (S.I.P.), Starbucks equity program (Bean Stock), incentivized emergency savings, and financial well-being tools. Additionally, Starbucks offers 100% upfront tuition coverage for a first-time bachelor's degree through Arizona State University's online program via the Starbucks College Achievement Plan, student loan management resources, and access to other educational opportunities. You will also have access to backup care and DACA reimbursement. Starbucks will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, and in accordance with its plans and policies. This list is subject to change depending on collective bargaining in locations where partners have a certified bargaining representative. For additional information regarding partner perks and more detailed information about benefits, go to starbucksbenefits.com .
*If you are working in CA, CO, IL, LA, ME, MA, NE, ND or RI, you will accrue vacation up to a maximum of 120 hours (190 in CA) for roles below director and 200 hours (316 in CA) for roles at director or above. For roles in other states, you will be granted vacation time starting at 120 hours annually for roles below director and 200 hours annually for roles director and above.
The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, and internal equity. At Starbucks, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the high end of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.
Starbucks Coffee Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal, state and local ordinances.
Starbucks Coffee Company is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at applicantaccommodation@starbucks.com or 1(888) 611-2258.
What employees say
Pay
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Only some people get paid breaks
Do managers at Starbucks get paid breaks?
Sometimes. Only some people get paid breaks.
How we know this
50% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.Based on data from 8 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and July 2026.
Why this matters
Good jobs pay you for your break time.
You should get paid for all the time you’re at work, even when you’re on break.
Good
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Most people get paid when they’re sick
Does Starbucks pay managers when they’re sick?
Yes. Most people get paid when they’re sick.
How we know this
75% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.Based on data from 48 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2026.
Why this matters
Most US companies don’t have to pay you when you’re sick - only some states require it.
But we believe a good job should pay you when you can’t work because you’re sick. Everyone gets sick sometimes.
Needs improving
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The job often spills into unpaid time
Do managers jobs at Starbucks spill into time they aren’t paid for?
Yes. The job often spills into unpaid time.
How we know this
70% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.Based on data from 46 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2026.
Why this matters
You should be paid for all the work you do.
A good job pays you for every minute you spend working for your employer.
Hours and flexibility
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Needs improving
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Less than 4 weeks notice of work schedule
How far ahead of time do managers find out their work schedule?
Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
How we know this
- 14% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
- 12% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
- 74% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
- 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.
Based on data from 42 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and August 2026.
Why this matters
We believe your workplace should tell you your schedule at least 4 weeks ahead of time.
You need to know when you’ll be working so you can plan your life and know how much money you’ll earn.
Good
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Most people don’t worry about their hours
Do managers at Starbucks worry about hours?
Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
How we know this
93% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.Based on data from 27 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2026.
Why this matters
A good employer should give you the hours you need each week.
You shouldn’t have to struggle or beg for work time.
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Only some people can choose their shifts
Do managers at Starbucks get to choose the shifts they work?
Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
How we know this
60% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and July 2026.
Why this matters
A good job is flexible around your personal life. This means you get a say in when you prefer to work.
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Can be hard to change shifts
How easy is it for managers at Starbucks to change shifts?
Some people find it hard to change shifts.
How we know this
55% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.Based on data from 42 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and August 2026.
Why this matters
A good job works with your personal life.
It should be easy to change your schedule when you need to - both for emergencies and when you’re planning ahead.
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Can be hard to get time off
How easy is it for managers to get time off at Starbucks?
Some people find it hard to get time off.
How we know this
41% of people report it’s hard to get time off.Based on data from 46 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and August 2026.
Why this matters
A good job should let you use your vacation time when you need it, and it shouldn’t be a hassle to arrange.
Good
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Schedules don’t get changed at the last minute
Do Starbucks managers change managers schedules at the last minute?
Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
How we know this
76% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.Based on data from 45 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2026.
Why this matters
If your bosses keep changing your schedule at the last minute, that shows they aren’t planning well.
Good jobs don’t switch your hours around without warning.
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Some people find it hard to take sick days
How easy is it for managers to take sick days at Starbucks?
Some people find it hard to take sick days.
How we know this
43% of people report that it’s hard to take time off if they are sick.Based on data from 46 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and August 2026.
Why this matters
Everyone gets sick sometimes.
You should be able to stay home when you need to get better.
A good job should make it easy to take sick time and have clear steps for letting them know you’re sick.
Good
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Most students say it’s good
Is managers at Starbucks job good for students?
Most students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
How we know this
67% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studying.Based on data from 9 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and August 2026.
Good
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Most parents say it’s good
Is working as managers at Starbucks good if you have caring responsibilities?
Most parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
How we know this
68% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.Based on data from 19 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and July 2026.
Why this matters
A good job should understand when you need to take care of your kids or help sick family members. Your work should respect your family needs.
Benefits
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Good
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Sick days don’t use up paid time off
At Starbucks, are managers’s sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?
Sick days and vacation days are separate paid time off.
How we know this
77% of people say they don’t have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and August 2026.
Why this matters
Getting sick isn’t a vacation.
You shouldn’t have to lose your time off just because you got sick or had a medical emergency.
A good job gives you separate sick days so you can rest and get better without losing your paid time off allowance.
Good
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Most people say they can afford the health insurance
Is the health insurance from Starbucks affordable enough for managers?
Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
How we know this
97% of people say the health insurance costs are okayBased on data from 35 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and July 2026.
Why this matters
Everyone needs medical care sometimes, but it can be expensive.
A good job should offer health insurance that workers can actually afford.
Good
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Most people get paid time off
Do managers get paid time off at Starbucks?
Most people get paid time off work.
How we know this
84% of people say they get paid time off.Based on data from 31 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and August 2026.
Why this matters
Everyone needs time to rest and take care of life outside of work.
A good employer offers paid time off so their workers can choose when to have a break or go to appointments without worrying about losing pay.
Workplace
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Good
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Most people feel treated with respect
Do managers at Starbucks feel treated with respect by their managers?
Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
How we know this
81% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.Based on data from 43 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2026.
Why this matters
Your boss should treat you with respect.
No one at work should bully you or treat you unfairly.
If you have a problem, you should be able to talk to someone else who can help.
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Only some people get breaks without interruption
Do managers at Starbucks get to take their breaks without interruption?
Only some people get breaks without interruption.
How we know this
48% of people report that their breaks get interrupted.Based on data from 42 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and August 2026.
Why this matters
When you take a break it should be a proper rest. You should be able to do what you want to and not get pulled off it early.
Needs improving
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Most people are stressed out
Is it stressful for managers to work at Starbucks?
Most people feel stressed out here.
How we know this
92% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.Based on data from 49 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2026.
Why this matters
Work can be hard sometimes, but you shouldn’t feel stressed all the time.
Your boss should make sure there are enough people and resources to get the work done without feeling overwhelmed.
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Only some people enjoy their job
Do managers at Starbucks enjoy their jobs?
Only some people enjoy their job.
How we know this
40% of people report they don’t enjoy their job.Based on data from 40 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and August 2026.
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Only some people recommend their team
Do managers at Starbucks recommend working with their team?
Only some people recommend working with their team.
How we know this
41% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.Based on data from 51 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2026.
Why this matters
The people you work with every day are important. They can make the difference between a bad day and a good one.
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Only some people get enough training
Do managers get enough training when they start at Starbucks?
Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
How we know this
39% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.Based on data from 44 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2026.
Why this matters
A good job should train you well from your first day, not just throw you into the deep end.
Nobody can do their job well without proper training at the start.
Good
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Most people get support to advance
Do managers get support to advance at Starbucks?
Most people are given support to advance their career here.
How we know this
In the last year, 80% of people report being given support to advance their career here.Based on data from 45 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2026.
Why this matters
A good job should help you grow, if you want to.
This could mean getting better at your current job, learning new things, becoming a team leader, or taking on more duties.
This helps you build skills and earn more money.
Needs improving
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Headquarters doesn't understand what's happening
Do managers think Starbucks’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?
Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
How we know this
86% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.Based on data from 44 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2026.
Why this matters
In a good job, the people running the organization should support the workers who do the hands-on work.
To do this well, they need to know what’s really happening at each location.
This is extra important when an organization has many different sites.
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Most people feel well informed by headquarters
Do managers feel well informed about how Starbucks is doing?
Most people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
How we know this
72% of people feel that they are kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.Based on data from 43 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and August 2026.
Why this matters
A good employer shares news with all its workers.
You should know how your employer is doing - both the good news and the problems.
Managers should keep you updated about what’s happening.
What Starbucks employees say about their job
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Best thing
I enjoy making drinks, it is the best part of the job. The main reason why I decided to work at Starbucks instead of a local coffee shop are mainly for the benefits and the convenience of workplaces, there is a Starbucks everywhere you go, which means that if I needed more hours, I can go to any store within a 10 mile radius of my house.
Worst thing
The customers. Everything that Starbucks has pushed for in the last decade; "the customer is always right", if a customer yells at you, you have to sit there and take it or be reprimanded for asking them not to talk to you in a harassing or demeaning manner, etc. Customers have been told for so long that they can always get what they want if they demand it enough, if they threaten to call corporate enough, if they harass you enough, it is so draining to constantly be harassed and demeaned at my job and have to withhold all of my feelings on it, because if I cry, I am being weak, and if I tell a person I am not comfortable with the way they are speaking to me, I am "being rude" or "condescending". I wish, wholeheartedly, that my job seemed like it actually put me first, instead of sales and numbers and reviews.
Report this reviewBarista at Starbucks, July 2025
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Best thing
The team I work with. My baristas make it worth it, if it weren’t for them I would’ve had a major breakdown already.
Worst thing
Management. All the higherups who don’t understand what it’s like being at the bottom. Starbucks made over $60 billion in profits last year. They seem to keep getting greedier each year. They continue to lower the amount of hours and continue to shame all the partners. We’re just a number to them
Report this reviewShift supervisor at Starbucks, June 2025
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