An employee at a Starbucks location in Ohio was fired after writing an offensive message on a customer’s cup when she ordered Charlie Kirk’s preferred mint majesty beverage. Autumn Perkins, a resident of Middletown, Ohio, visited a Starbucks branch operated by Kroger on Sunday evening and ordered the drink. Upon receiving her beverage, she was startled to find the message ‘racist’s fav drink’ written on the cup.
Perkins reported the incident to the manager of the store, who confirmed that the employee had admitted to writing the message and was subsequently fired. Starbucks issued a statement stating that writing negative messages on cups is unacceptable and that they have clear policies to prevent such behavior, emphasizing the need to maintain a welcoming environment for all customers.
Kroger, which operates the Starbucks location, confirmed the termination of the employee, stating that the behavior did not align with their company values. Perkins, who frequently visits Starbucks during her travels, expressed her intention to no longer support the brand and discouraged her family from doing so. She emphasized the importance of mutual respect and the consequences of disrespectful actions in public spaces.
This incident has sparked discussions about workplace conduct and the responsibilities of businesses to ensure respectful treatment of their customers. Starbucks and Kroger have taken steps to address the issue, but the broader implications remain a topic of debate, highlighting the sensitivity of public spaces and the importance of maintaining a respectful environment for all consumers.