Staffing/Scheduling
Starting March 1, partners will receive up to 18 weeks of PAID parental leave as birth parents and up to 12 weeks PAID for Non-birth parents. True or false?
TRUE!
When is Winter Launch?
January 3rd 2025
What core product is getting a new scoop?
Matcha
What pastry will be returning for winter launch?
Vanilla Bean Danish
What is the last day partners can nominate a POQ?
12/31
How many minutes should each partner be scheduled to complete Winter Promotional Training?
30 minutes
What topping does the pistachio latte get?
Salted Brown Butter Topping
Espresso Bar pumps will all now be...
Full Dose Pumps
What new food item will launch 1/3?
Spicy Falafel Pocket
What single origin coffee will be coming to stores 1/3?
Starbucks® Single-Origin Ethiopia
With The Craft of Connection, what are we encouraging our partners to do for our customers?
Write hand written notes on cups for customers (Sharpies!!!)
What new refresher beverage(s) will be launching 2/4?
Blackberry Sage Refresher/Lemonade/Midnight Drink
What product is getting an extended unrefrigerated shelf life after it has been diluted?
Lemonade - Once diluted, it can be stored at ambient temperature for up to 48 hours without requiring refrigeration
What new reason code in the Inventory Management System (IMS) drop-down options for Mark In actions was added in December?
"Late Delivery"
Marking in products that have arrived past the adjustable receipt window
Original receipt has already been zeroed out, received and not adjustable in IMS
The limited-time "B*tchin' Sauce" must be refrigerated at all times - True or False
True, product arrives cold in cases of 24 that should be kept in a fridge at all times.
Partners are able to see available shifts at even more stores – no need to borrow into individual stores in districts. True or False?
True - Remember to get SM approval for any overtime and work with your SM if you need to end any borrowing associations within your district.
Matcha Lattes, Matcha Lemonades and Matcha Fraps will ALL come with classic by default starting during winter launch. True or False
TRUE! All will come with full dose classic pumps, see beverage recipe cards for exact amounts.
The Spicy Falafel Pocket will be a vegan option for customers. true or false.
True!
Valentines Day customizations will not be returning during Q2. True or False
False! We will have Valentines Day Customizations launching 2/4 with the Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Crème Frappuccino and the Chocolate Hazelnut Cookie Cold Brew. True or False
Hourly partners will gain access to their personal pay increase statements via Partner Central on..
12/30!
these should only be viewed during individual pay conversations. Do not print or download to protect partner privacy.
What QRG helps Play Callers understand how key elements come together to create play recommendations?
NEW! Deploy and Lead Plays as a Play Caller - Quick Reference Guide
What milk will be the standard for the Core Cortado beverage?
Whole Milk
Due to the updated Iced Matcha Latte, the store’s Vitamix® Blender base(s) setting #4 should last how many seconds?
25. If your store's blenders do not reflect this, button reprogramming instructions are available in SCEMM – Cold Beverage Station (Vitamin® Blender > Button Reprogramming)
What new updated tool is available for Store Managers to support our monthly business analysis routine?
Profit and Loss Analysis Tool
What winter promotional drink is NO LONGER launching 1/3?
White Chocolate Cinnamon Cortado