I applied online. I interviewed at Starbucks (İzmir) in Apr 2026
Interview
The recruitment process started with a call from Istanbul for a branch in Izmir. Although the interviewer was present at the location, I was kept waiting for 30 minutes without any explanation or apology. The overall process felt very amateur and unorganized.
Although the job posting and the phone call specifically emphasized (no experience required), it became clear that this was misleading as no feedback or follow-up was provided.
During my interview, they didn't even bother to specify the salary details. However, based on extensive feedback from past employees, the company’s wage policy is notoriously poor.
You are not just a barista. You are expected to be a janitor (cleaning toilets), a shelf stocker, a cashier, and a heavy-lifter (carrying pallets of milk and ice). The expectation is for one person to handle five different jobs simultaneously. The workload is extreme, especially during "pre-closing" and "closing" shifts.
The company does not provide a shuttle service or any commuting support. Only a food card is provided. The management often sets unreachable targets to avoid paying bonuses, leading to a high-pressure and unhappy environment.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
I was asked if I could work evening shifts and on weekends.
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Basically a short chat about my availability, my interest in the job, why I want to work there, how familiar I am with coffee and what my past experiences in hospitality were.
Easiest interview I've ever had. I was only asked 3 questions, 'tell me about yourself, what are your strengths & weaknesses, what is your availability?' Lasted about 10 minutes maximum
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it was great. I answered every question thoughtfully and easily. You have to have two interviews, one with the manager and one with the district manager. It is a in person interview. They ask many questions and will either hire you on the spot or you will have to call to see if you get the position.