Starbucks slashing 1,100 corporate roles to ‘reduce complexity’
What’s Happening at Starbucks?
Starbucks is eliminating approximately 1,100 corporate roles as part of its “Back to Starbucks” plan.
“We are simplifying our structure, removing layers and duplication and creating smaller, more nimble teams,” CEO Brian Niccol said in a note to staff on Feb. 24.
“Our intent is to operate more efficiently, increase accountability, reduce complexity, and drive better integration. All with the goal of being more focused and able to drive greater impact on our priorities.”
Niccol added that affected employees, which includes “all global support partners, communicating decisions specific to non-retail, support partners,” will be notified on Feb. 25.
The latest workforce reduction at Starbucks doesn’t affect employees at the coffee chain’s cafes.
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Next Steps for Starbucks Staff
If you’re a non-unionized employee in Canada who has lost your job at Starbucks, you are entitled to a full severance package — up to 24 months’ pay depending on factors such as your role, age, and years of service.
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Lior Samfiru
Lior Samfiru is a Founding Partner at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP and the Practice Leader of the firm’s Labour & Employment Law Group. Known for his advocacy and success representing both employees and employers, Lior exclusively serves clients in Ontario, where his extensive experience has made him one of Canada’s most sought-after employment lawyers.
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