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Starbucks Plans Third Round of Job Cuts Under CEO Brian Niccol

EMPLOYEES AFFECTED
3,000
EFFECTIVE DATE
Jan 15, 2026

What we know

Location: Seattle, Washington, USA.

Based on news reporting.

Summary

Starbucks Corporation is set to implement its third round of layoffs under CEO Brian Niccol, with plans to cut approximately 3,000 jobs by January 15, 2026. This decision comes as part of a broader restructuring effort aimed at improving operational efficiency and addressing ongoing challenges within the company. The layoffs are expected to impact various departments, although specific details have not been disclosed. Starbucks has faced increasing pressure from competition and changing consumer preferences, prompting these significant workforce reductions. The company aims to streamline its operations and focus on core business areas to enhance profitability moving forward.

Starbucks Corporation cut 3,000 jobs as of January 15, 2026.

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

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EVENTS TRACKED
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AFFECTED SINCE 2023
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