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Starbucks has announced plans to hire 7.500 new baristas in the UK over the next five years, following a major restructuring of the coffee giant. The company is undergoing a major transformation under Brian Niccol, a process that led to the closure of dozens of stores in the UK last year.
However, last month the CEO stated that the business is experiencing solid growth and is aiming for further expansion, following two years of menu simplification, staff investment, and an operational overhaul aimed at improving service. In March, the company announced plans to open 500 new stores nationwide by 2031.
The Seattle-based chain announced that the expansion will involve a hiring campaign, adding to its current workforce of more than 18.000 employees.
The company stated that the hiring plan will focus specifically on the Midlands, Northern England, Wales, and Scotland, with a view to fostering further growth in the northern regions. These hiring plans come despite rising labor costs for businesses: in the budget presented last month, the government confirmed that, starting in April next year, the national minimum wage will increase by 3,9%.
Darren King, vice president and managing director of Starbucks in the UK, said: “We are proud to create thousands of new jobs in the UK over the next five years, providing new opportunities for communities across the country as we continue to invest and grow here.”
“At the heart of our ‘Back to Starbucks’ strategy is the ambition to create an environment where people can build skills, advance their careers, and feel part of a team.” “We are working hard to help more young people enter these roles, starting with making entry-level roles as accessible as possible. No previous experience in the sector is required; from day one, we will provide the necessary training and support.” Starbucks is one of the leading employers of young people in the UK: more than half of the staff employed in company-owned stores are under 24.
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