""It's amazing to think that from a part-time job, I've got this life now that I couldn't have imagined when I was younger.""
""I would never shut down any opportunity. You never know what path it could lead down. Promotions and big breaks can come from anywhere.""
""When you look at hospitality, it isn't just the job that you see in front of you. There's this whole support network that goes behind it.""
Sam Henderson began his career as a part-time barista at Starbucks at 17, seeking pocket money. Nearly 20 years later, he oversees drink flavors for Starbucks in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. His journey illustrates how hospitality roles can offer better pay, stability, and growth opportunities, especially as AI eliminates entry-level office jobs. Henderson advises Gen Z to remain open to opportunities, emphasizing the support network within hospitality that can lead to diverse career paths.
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