Starbucks faced intense backlash from Gen Z employees after revealing a new and conservative dress code aimed at creating a uniform coffeehouse experience. Union workers in Seattle protested, expressing concerns that the new policy stifles personal expression amidst larger issues like understaffing and low wages. Statements from the company indicated that the changes focused on a simplified color palette for staff attire, with the intention of enhancing brand consistency. The incident has sparked widespread debate on social media about the impacts of dress codes on worker satisfaction and service quality.
Starbucks workers across the country are facing understaffing, inaccessible benefits, discrimination, and low wages. Instead of fixing these issues, Starbucks decided to introduce an unpopular, more conservative dress code.
I don't understand how [the dress code] is in good faith of letting us express ourselves.
Starting May 12, we're evolving our dress code in all stores to focus on simplified colour options that allow our iconic green apron to shine.
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