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Starbucks Announces Layoffs of 900 Employees Amid Store Closures

EMPLOYEES AFFECTED
900
EFFECTIVE DATE
Oct 1, 2023

What we know

Location: US and Canada.

Based on news reporting.

Summary

Starbucks Corporation has announced the layoff of 900 employees as part of its latest cost-cutting measures, which also include the closure of several stores. This decision comes amid ongoing challenges faced by the company, including shifts in consumer behavior and economic pressures. The layoffs are part of a broader strategy to streamline operations and improve profitability. The affected employees will be notified shortly, and the company aims to minimize disruption to its remaining workforce. Starbucks continues to adapt to the changing market landscape while focusing on its long-term growth objectives.

Starbucks Corporation cut 900 jobs as of October 1, 2023.

LayoffTalk has tracked 43 layoff events at Starbucks Corporation since June 2023, affecting a combined 14,005 employees.

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LTLayoffTalk StaffStaff21 hours ago

Starbucks Corporation cut 900 jobs on October 1, 2023. What did this look like from the inside — which teams, how much notice, what severance was offered? You can post anonymously below.

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EVENTS TRACKED
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AFFECTED SINCE 2023
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