Starbucks Pay Schedule 2026

Starbucks employs over 200,000 partners across thousands of company-operated stores in the United States. All Starbucks partners, from baristas and shift supervisors to store managers and corporate support center employees, are paid on a biweekly basis. Paychecks are deposited every other Friday, giving partners 26 pay dates throughout 2026. Each two-week pay period runs from Monday through the following Sunday, and the corresponding paycheck is deposited on the Friday after the pay period ends.

Starbucks refers to all of its employees as "partners," reflecting the company's culture of shared ownership and collaboration. This is more than just a title: eligible partners can participate in the Bean Stock program, which grants Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) of Starbucks stock. Bean Stock grants vest over a two-year period and are distributed separately from your regular biweekly paycheck. Vesting dates and stock-related payments follow their own schedule and are managed through a separate brokerage platform, not through regular payroll.

The Starbucks work week runs Monday through Sunday for pay calculation purposes. Hours worked during each two-week pay period are tallied and processed for the following Friday's paycheck. Overtime for hourly partners is calculated on a weekly basis, so any hours exceeding 40 in a single Monday-through-Sunday work week are paid at one and a half times the regular hourly rate, regardless of total hours across the full two-week pay period.

Tips at Starbucks are handled separately from base pay. Cash tips collected in the tip jar during each shift are pooled among eligible partners and distributed weekly based on hours worked. Digital tips received through the Starbucks mobile app are also pooled and distributed, typically on a weekly basis, though the exact timing may vary by store and district. Baristas and shift supervisors are eligible for the tip pool, while store managers and assistant store managers are excluded. Tip income is reported as taxable earnings and will appear on your W-2 at the end of the year.

Starbucks partners can view their pay information through the My Partner Info (MPI) portal or the Partner Hub, which provides access to pay stubs, tax documents, benefits enrollment, and scheduling tools. Direct deposit is the most common and recommended method for receiving pay, and partners can split their deposit across multiple bank accounts if desired.

Starting pay at Starbucks varies by location and position but generally ranges from $15 to $24 per hour for baristas depending on the market. Shift supervisors and store managers earn higher hourly rates or salaried compensation. In addition to wages, Starbucks offers comprehensive benefits to partners who average 20 or more hours per week, including health insurance, tuition reimbursement through the Starbucks College Achievement Plan with Arizona State University, and the aforementioned Bean Stock equity grants.

Below is the complete list of all 26 biweekly Friday pay dates for Starbucks partners in 2026.

  • January 9, 2026
  • January 23, 2026
  • February 6, 2026
  • February 20, 2026
  • March 6, 2026
  • March 20, 2026
  • April 3, 2026
  • April 17, 2026
  • May 1, 2026
  • May 15, 2026
  • May 29, 2026
  • June 12, 2026
  • June 26, 2026
  • July 10, 2026
  • July 24, 2026
  • August 7, 2026
  • August 21, 2026
  • September 4, 2026
  • September 18, 2026
  • October 2, 2026
  • October 16, 2026
  • October 30, 2026
  • November 13, 2026
  • November 27, 2026
  • December 11, 2026
  • December 25, 2026

December 25 is Christmas Day and a bank holiday, so your direct deposit for that pay period will likely arrive on Wednesday, December 24 instead. For all other dates, expect your deposit on Friday morning. For real-time pay and scheduling information, log in to the My Partner Info portal or check the Partner Hub app.

Frequently Asked Questions

How often does Starbucks pay partners?

Starbucks pays partners (the company's term for employees) on a biweekly basis, resulting in 26 paychecks per year in 2026. Each pay period spans two weeks, running from Monday through the following Sunday. Your paycheck for each two-week period is deposited on the Friday after the pay period closes. This biweekly cycle applies to all Starbucks positions, including baristas, shift supervisors, store managers, and corporate support center employees. The consistent every-other-Friday schedule makes it easy to plan your finances and know exactly when your next paycheck will arrive.

What day do Starbucks employees get paid?

Starbucks partners receive their paychecks on Fridays. If you have direct deposit set up, your funds will typically appear in your bank account on Friday morning, though some financial institutions may make the deposit available as early as Thursday evening. The biweekly pay cycle means you are paid every other Friday rather than every Friday. If a scheduled Friday payday coincides with a bank holiday, such as Christmas Day, Starbucks typically processes the direct deposit on the preceding business day so you receive your pay without delay. Paper checks, if applicable, follow the same adjusted schedule. Check the Partner Hub for your specific pay dates.

Are Starbucks tips paid on the same schedule?

Starbucks tips are handled separately from base pay and follow a different distribution schedule. In most stores, cash tips collected in the tip jar are pooled and distributed weekly to eligible partners based on the number of hours worked during that week. Digital tips received through the Starbucks app are also pooled and distributed, though the timing may vary slightly by location. These tip distributions are separate from your biweekly paycheck and are typically paid out in cash or added to your paycheck depending on your store's procedures. Shift supervisors and baristas are eligible for tips, while store managers and assistant store managers are generally not included in the tip pool.

How do I access my Starbucks pay stub?

Starbucks partners can access their pay stubs through the My Partner Info (MPI) portal or the Partner Hub. After logging in with your partner number and credentials, navigate to the pay or compensation section to view your current and historical pay statements. Each pay stub shows your gross earnings, hours worked, tax withholdings, benefit deductions such as health insurance and 401(k) contributions, and your net take-home pay. You can also view and download your W-2 tax forms at the end of the year through the same portal. The MPI portal is accessible from any device with internet access. If you have trouble logging in, your store manager or the Partner Contact Center can help you reset your credentials.

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