As a former Starbucks employee, you'd think I would be happy to read this headline. While I am eligible for a portion (albeit a tiny one) of this money, I am facing a moral dilemma stemming from the fact that I don't support the plaintiff. Not one bit.
SavvySugar, a website/blog dedicated to helping young women become more financially independent and responsible (and an offshoot of the gossip blog, PopSugar) reported on the story this morning. My anger compelled me to comment and it is below:
STORE MANAGERS and ASSISTANT MANAGERS at Starbucks do NOT get tips. Shift Supervisors and Baristas split tips and I think it's UTTERLY RIDICULOUS that some jaded former barista is saying it shouldn't be that way. I was a Shift at Starbucks for 2 years and can attest to the sentiment that Shifts do 95% of the same work as Baristas. With the exception of being in charge of the cash (registers, safes) and directing workflow on the floor...I did the same exact work as all the Baristas in my stores. Not only did I make drinks and serve products but I did dishes, cleaned drains, took out the trash, etc. It's unfortunate that CA law is this way. I know it inconveniences more people than just those employed at Starbucks. More often than not the raise in base pay does not make up for the tips lost by getting a promotion. I hope Starbucks appeal brings this issue to light, no matter what the result of the lawsuit. CA legislation regarding this matter needs to change.
In all honesty, if I get a check in the mail I'm going to deposit it. But if I have to sign up to get the money I'm going to have to pass. I only hope this lawsuit brings about change in the way shift supervisors in the food service industry are compensated.
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