UK Jobs: Starbucks to Hire 7,500 Baristas by 2031
UK jobs news: Starbucks plans to hire 7,500 baristas over five years for 500 new UK coffee shops, mainly in the Midlands, the North, Wales and Scotland.
UKIn brief
- Starbucks plans to hire 7,500 new baristas in the UK over the next five years.
- The staff are for 500 new coffee shops it hopes to open by 2031.
- Hiring will focus on the Midlands, the north of England, Wales and Scotland.
- Starbucks already employs more than 18,000 people in the UK.
| Country | UK |
|---|---|
| Organization | Starbucks UK |
| Official source | The Guardian – Starbucks plans to hire 7,500 staff in major UK expansion plan ✓ theguardian.com |
Young people looking for a first job have a big new opening. Starbucks plans to hire 7,500 new baristas across the UK over the next five years to staff 500 new coffee shops by 2031, with most of the growth outside London. Roles will appear on Starbucks' official careers site.
What has Starbucks announced?
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| New baristas | 7,500 over five years |
| New coffee shops | 500 by 2031 |
| Focus areas | Midlands, north of England, Wales, Scotland |
| Current UK staff | 18,000+ |
The plan follows a global restructuring last year that closed dozens of weaker UK outlets. Starbucks UK boss Darren King said the company wants to help more young people into work by keeping entry-level roles easy to access.
Why does this matter for young people?
Early this year, more than 1 million young people in the UK were classed as NEET, meaning outside work, education and training. At the same time, the latest KPMG and REC jobs report showed permanent hiring fell in October for the first time in four months, so a large youth-friendly hirer is welcome news.
Which roles will be available?
New coffee shops typically need:
- Baristas (the main role announced)
- Shift supervisors
- Assistant store managers
- Store managers
Only barista numbers have been announced; the other roles are typical for new stores.
Who can apply?
Barista roles usually need no formal qualifications and suit school leavers, students and people returning to work. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
How do I apply?
Search UK locations on Starbucks' official careers site and set alerts for new stores near you.
What it means for job seekers
- Entry-level hospitality is hiring in northern England, Wales and Scotland.
- Steady five-year pipeline, so new openings will keep appearing.
- Barista experience can lead to supervisor and manager roles.
- Related: B&M opens Newtown store with 45 jobs.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Starbucks hiring in the UK?
Yes. Starbucks plans to hire 7,500 new baristas over the next five years as it opens 500 new UK coffee shops.
Where will the new Starbucks jobs be?
Mainly outside London, in the Midlands, the north of England, Wales and Scotland.
Do I need experience to be a Starbucks barista?
Starbucks UK says it wants to make entry-level roles as accessible as possible, especially for young people.
How do I apply for Starbucks jobs?
Through Starbucks' official careers site, where UK store roles are listed by location.
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