Starbucks Parental Leave Policy
Retail & Consumer · 381K employees · HQ: WA
Policy Details
Eligibility
12 months minimum tenure required
Part-time eligible
Additional Benefits
✓ Equal adoption/surrogacy leave
✓ Recently tripled parental leave benefits
✓ Part-time eligible (20+ hours/week)
State Benefits (Washington)
Starbucks's headquarters is in Washington. Washington has a state paid family leave program that may provide additional benefits on top of your employer's policy.
View Washington maternity leave benefits → View Washington paternity leave benefits →Frequently Asked Questions
Does Starbucks offer paid parental leave?
Yes, Starbucks offers 18 weeks of paid leave for birth parents at 100% pay, and 12 weeks for non-birth parents at 100% pay. We give Starbucks a grade of A for their parental leave policy.
How many weeks of maternity leave does Starbucks provide?
Birth parents at Starbucks receive 18 weeks of paid leave at 100% of their salary. Non-birth parents receive 12 weeks of paid leave.
Who is eligible for Starbucks parental leave?
You must have worked at Starbucks for at least 12 months to be eligible for parental leave benefits. Part-time employees are also eligible.
Does Starbucks offer parental leave for adoption?
Yes, Starbucks provides equal parental leave benefits for adoption as for birth parents.
How does Starbucks's parental leave compare to other Retail & Consumer companies?
Starbucks receives a grade of A for their parental leave policy. The average for Retail & Consumer companies in our database is 15.6 weeks for birth parents. Starbucks offers 18 weeks.
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Source: starbucks.com (verified 2025-03). Policies may vary by role, location, and employment type. Full disclaimer.