Xin Lang Cai Jing·2025-09-11 08:27Core Viewpoint - Recent reports from self-identified Starbucks employees on social media indicate significant pressure related to the sale of mooncakes, with some employees reportedly purchasing mooncakes out of pocket due to sales targets [1] Group 1: Employee Experiences - Multiple employees from regions such as Hunan, Zhejiang, and Jiangsu have shared experiences of being pressured to meet sales targets, with one claiming to have purchased 15 boxes of mooncakes, totaling nearly 3000 yuan, which strained their living expenses [1] - Another employee, who recently joined the company, reported being required to sell 20 sets of mooncakes and faced criticism for not meeting the target, leading to personal financial losses [1] Group 2: Company Response - Starbucks China has stated that they are verifying the claims made by the employees and emphasized that the company does not permit employees to purchase products out of pocket as it is a matter of principle [1] - The company urged customers to purchase mooncakes through official channels to protect their rights, highlighting the popularity of their mooncakes each year [1]