Costa Coffee baristas have taken to Reddit to vent about frustrating customer habits, with the top complaint being customers leaving empty sugar sachets and napkins in used latte glasses. The thread, started by a barista asking colleagues what they would like to say to customers, quickly filled with grievances.
One major annoyance is customers rearranging furniture without putting it back. Baristas pleaded for patrons to stop moving tables and chairs, as it can block walkways or create fire hazards. 'Stop rearranging the bloody furniture,' one worker wrote, while the original poster added, 'Or at least put it BACK.'
Another common issue is customers stuffing napkins into empty milk jugs or cups. While some may think they are helping, baristas have to handle the soiled items. An employee advised throwing napkins in the bin instead.
Returning trays to the bar is also discouraged, as baristas need them to clear tables. One Redditor said, 'Don't leave your trays in random places? Or give me your full tray when you can see I'm serving other customers.' The original poster added that taking trays to tables and then putting them back on the bar leaves staff without trays for clearing.
Finally, baristas urged customers to keep toilets clean, with one pleading, 'In the name of holy God, learn to use the toilet, it's like a dirty protest in there.'
