Does Second Cup pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Second Cup employees rate their compensation and benefits as 2.1 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Second Cup. This rating has decreased by 12% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Second Cup?

44% of Second Cup employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Second Cup 3.2 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.0 for culture and values and 2.5 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Second Cup?

Barista (279) , Cashier/Barista (55) , Cashier and Barista (15) , Sales Associate (10) , Manager (9) , Supervisor (8) , Barista, Shift Supervisor (5) , Barista/Cashier (5) , Store Manager (5) , Barista, Keyholder (4) , Assistant Manager (3) , Cafe Barista (3) , Cashier (3) , Customer Service Representative (3) , Assistant Store Manager (2)

What are the pros of working at Second Cup according to real employee reviews?

"free drinks and food." ((in 48 reviews)); "Flexible hours and shifts to choose from" ((in 30 reviews)); "Customer service, great staff, fast" ((in 18 reviews)); "workers will be as jaded as you so you will meet some really great people." ((in 17 reviews)); "Flexible schedules, pretty accommodating" ((in 9 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Second Cup according to real employee reviews?

"Bad management and often worked alone" ((in 44 reviews)); "low pay; boring; bad bosses; customers" ((in 21 reviews)); "no raise and no benefits" ((in 18 reviews)); "Minimum wage, open late, busy when closing," ((in 17 reviews)); "Assistant managers typically look down on everyone else and make them do all the work" ((in 15 reviews))

What are the top reviewed Second Cup locations?

Toronto , Ottawa , Montreal , Calgary , Mississauga , Edmonton , North York , Winnipeg , Hamilton , Halifax , Laval , Vancouver , Etobicoke , Burlington , Oakville , Moncton , St. John's , Red Deer , Prince George , Richmond Hill , Markham , Pickering , Bolton , Waterloo , Thornhill , York Mills , Whitby , Guelph , Dundas , Tecumseh

Second Cup Reviews

3.2

44% would recommend to a friend

(577 total reviews)

Stacey Mowbray

72% approve of CEO

28% positive business outlook

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Ratings trend for the last 6 months (577 reviews)

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Second Cup has an employee rating of 3.2 out of 5 stars, based on 577 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Second Cup employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Restaurants and food service industry (3.7 stars).

Reviews by job title

577 reviews

1.0

Jun 3, 2026

Free food and drinks, but severely understaffed

Barista/server

Recommend

CEO approval

Business outlook

Pros

Free food *IF* you have a 30 min break, free drinks while you work

Cons

Severly understaffed, working alone, no training

2.0

May 28, 2026

Cool staff and ok tips, but toxic environment

Cashier/barista

Recommend

CEO approval

Business outlook

Pros

Really cool staff and lots of customers (students) which means lots of tips

Cons

The tips arent fully given, constant pressure and micro management. Belittle employees in front of customers. Health and food safety abysmal

1.0

May 18, 2026

Nice coworkers, but payment issues are frustrating

Cashier/barista

Recommend

CEO approval

Business outlook

Pros

Very Nice coworkers, discount on products

Cons

Very late payment, owner doesn't reply to your texts about late payments. It all really depends on the owner. Others might be nicer.

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Free food and drinks, but severely understaffed

Cool staff and ok tips, but toxic environment

Nice coworkers, but payment issues are frustrating

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