Video - Behind the Bar: The Hidden Struggles of Starbucks Baristas

I’m a barista at Starbucks. I love what I do, but the truth is, working here comes at a high price… especially for my mental health. Our wages don’t keep up with the cost of living, we face unsafe working conditions, and our schedules change without notice. It’s not easy to keep smiling under these circumstances. We are now over nine thousand unionized baristas, fighting for change. Enjoy the coffee we serve, and also appreciate and support the workers who prepare it. Together, we can change this story. Starbucks Workers United.