Starbucks' New Ring Policy Is Stirring Up Controversy
- 10 years ago
Starbucks is known to offer its employees, even the part-timers, some very impressive benefits. Now, however, there are some staffers who are upset over the coffee chain’s latest policy that involves rings.
Starbucks is known to offer its employees, even the part-timers, some very impressive benefits. Now, however, some staffers are upset over the coffee chain’s latest policy.
Employees are now being asked to leave their diamond or gem-encrusted rings at home. That pertains to fashionable pieces, as well as engagement and wedding rings with stones.
The jewelry policy is part of the latest dress code, but it is noteworthy that not all rings apply to it. The Starbucks manual reads “wearing a ring is okay if it’s a plain band, no stones. Unfortunately, no watches, bracelets or wristbands are allowed. Simple necklaces can be worn under your clothes.”
According to a company spokesperson, the change is reflective of FDA food safety guidelines. The policy went into effect on October 20th.
In addition to the jewelry, a few other variations from the previous dress code were made, but they offer employees a little more freedom.
For example, baristas can showcase their nose piercings. They can also wear shorts, skirts, untucked shirts, scarves, black jeans or tan khakis, and show off their tattoos.
Pay increases will also be given to managers and baristas starting in January of next year. Although some of the former restrictions have been lessened, the fact that married and engaged staffers may have to forego their rings is causing some turmoil.
Employees have started an online petition, asking Starbucks officials to modify the latest ring policy.
Starbucks is known to offer its employees, even the part-timers, some very impressive benefits. Now, however, some staffers are upset over the coffee chain’s latest policy.
Employees are now being asked to leave their diamond or gem-encrusted rings at home. That pertains to fashionable pieces, as well as engagement and wedding rings with stones.
The jewelry policy is part of the latest dress code, but it is noteworthy that not all rings apply to it. The Starbucks manual reads “wearing a ring is okay if it’s a plain band, no stones. Unfortunately, no watches, bracelets or wristbands are allowed. Simple necklaces can be worn under your clothes.”
According to a company spokesperson, the change is reflective of FDA food safety guidelines. The policy went into effect on October 20th.
In addition to the jewelry, a few other variations from the previous dress code were made, but they offer employees a little more freedom.
For example, baristas can showcase their nose piercings. They can also wear shorts, skirts, untucked shirts, scarves, black jeans or tan khakis, and show off their tattoos.
Pay increases will also be given to managers and baristas starting in January of next year. Although some of the former restrictions have been lessened, the fact that married and engaged staffers may have to forego their rings is causing some turmoil.
Employees have started an online petition, asking Starbucks officials to modify the latest ring policy.