Calling in sick to work is never fun. But sometimes, it has to be done!
So if you work at Starbucks and want to learn how to call in sick, this is the article you were looking for.
How to Call in Sick at Starbucks
If you need to call in sick at Starbucks, call your specific store and speak directly to your shift manager. Although you can call in sick up to 2 hours before your scheduled start time, you should call as soon as possible to increase their chance of finding a substitute.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- Phone number for calling in sick at Starbucks: Your direct store line (which you can find online.)
- Starbucks can fire you for calling in sick. But only if it happens too frequently.
- There is no exact number of sick days you get at Starbucks.
Now, there is a lot more you need to understand about calling in sick to Starbucks. So keep reading!
You will have all the information you need in just a few minutes.
How to Call in Sick at Starbucks for an Opening Shift
If you work the opening shift at Starbucks and need to call in sick, but the store is closed, you should attempt to contact your manager directly on their personal phone.
Unfortunately, if you do not have your shift manager’s personal phone number, it’s almost impossible to call in sick when the store is closed.
Therefore, you should absolutely save your manager’s number on your phone in case of an emergency.
It’s also important to note that you’re supposed to call in at least 2 hours before your scheduled shift. So if you are on the opening shift, you should really call the night before.
Can You Get Fired for Calling in Sick at Starbucks?
Now, there are two questions that you need to know the answers to if you don’t want to get fired for calling in sick at Starbucks:
- How early before your shift should you call in sick?
- What happens if you call in sick too late?
You should try to call in sick at least 2 hours before your shift. But if you forget, can’t get a hold of your manager, or are simply running late, you should still call as soon as possible!
If you call in sick too late, you will likely be penalized with a verbal or written warning. However, not calling at all is much worse (as we will learn shortly.)
Realistically, you can get fired for calling in sick at Starbucks. Although it’s not very likely unless you are abusing the attendance policy. Or constantly calling in without finding coverage for your shift.
Can Starbucks Force You to Work if You Are Sick?
On the other hand, Starbucks cannot legally force you to work if you are sick.
But that being said, if they do not believe you are sick or if you continuously call in and miss your scheduled shifts, it could lead to disciplinary action or even termination.
One of the ways to ensure your Starbucks manager will not force you to work is to know what to say when calling in sick.
When you call in sick to Starbucks, you should tell the truth and be specific about your symptoms.
A perfect way to call in sick may sound like this: “I cannot work my shift today as I have a cough/ sore throat/ am vomiting/ have a fever… Etc. and don’t want to infect my coworkers or customers.”
Once again, your manager may try to force you to come in even if you say all the right things.
You don’t legally have to come in. But the best way to stay out of trouble is to try to find a substitute for your shift.
How Many Sick Days Do You Get at Starbucks?
According to Starbucks’ attendance policy, there is no exact number of sick days you get to use.
But if you continuously call in sick on a regular basis, you will certainly get at least a verbal warning, if not a written warning and maybe even be fired.
So if you attempt to call in sick and your manager tells you that you are out of sick days, what should you do?
The first thing you can do is try to get the shift covered by a coworker. If the shift is covered, it’s highly unlikely that you will get into any trouble for missing it.
However, if no one can cover the shift. You can use your PTO to call in sick without it counting as a sick day.
Although it may be annoying to use your accumulated PTO when you’re sick, it might be worth it to keep your job!
What Happens if You Make a “No Call, No Show” at Starbucks?
Finally, if you make a no-call, no-show at Starbucks, you will not be terminated immediately. (Unless you have worked for the company for less than 90 days.)
If you have worked for Starbucks for more than 90 days, a no-call, no-show will lead to an automatic write-up.
However, unless it happens again or you have issues with your manager, you will still have a job.
That being said, you should always call in to Starbucks if you’re going to miss your shift. And now you know exactly how to do so! That means you never have to get in trouble for a no-call no-show.