Starbucks to give workers a raise
October 28, 2021
Starbucks announced that it will raise its average pay to nearly $17 an hour. Hourly rates will range from $15 to $23 an hour across the U.S. The chain, which is currently paying a $14 an hour minimum, is seeking to recruit and retain workers in a tight labor market. It offers current employees a $200 referral bonus for new workers.
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