At a Glance
- Tasks: Craft delicious coffee and create memorable experiences for customers.
- Company: Join Pret, a vibrant team making a difference in the food and coffee industry.
- Benefits: Earn £14.55/hour, enjoy free food, flexible hours, and 28 days annual leave.
- Other info: Diversity is celebrated here; everyone is welcome at Pret.
- Why this job: Be part of a fast-paced environment where you can grow and learn every day.
- Qualifications: Passion for coffee and teamwork; no prior experience needed!
Part Time 24 hours per week at Pret! We’re proud makers of delicious food, organic coffee and big ideas across 750+ shops in 20+ countries. Whether you’re making our customers’ days with the perfect latte or leading your team to success, roles in Pret shops come with huge opportunities for growth. This role is located in 11-15 Borough High Street, London SE1 9SE GBR.
Growing Good Things: Pret is where passionate, hardworking, wonderful people (like you!) find the confidence and skills they need to grow and choose their unique paths. And the proof is in the pudding – 80%+ of our Managers and 20% of our Support Centre teams started on the shop floor.
What we’re looking for:
- Our Baristas are brilliant team players who are passionate about what they brew.
- You’ll handmake and lovingly pour all our Barista-prepared drinks.
- Before pouring a single customer’s espresso, you’ll undergo weeks of training.
About you:
- Be kind, honest and generous: bring genuine warmth and your authentic self to work every day.
- Bring your passion: share our passion for exceptional customer service.
- Spread joy every day: small acts of kindness are a big part of what makes the Pret experience special.
Experience needed:
- You’re a team player with a passion for coffee, proud to serve every cup with care and energy—and always ready to learn and grow.
We offer:
- Hourly rate is £14.55 (inclusive of mystery shopper bonus).
- After initial training, earn an extra £5 per hour for any shift started between 3-5am.
- 28 days annual leave (pro-rata if you're part-time).
- Pension scheme.
- Healthcare cash plan.
- Free food and drink while you’re working.
- Club Pret Membership (giving you 50% off food and up to 5 free Barista-made drinks a day).
- Loyalty award after 5, 10, 15, 20 years’ service.
- Regular rewards and recognition for amazing standards.
- Access marketplace discounts on shopping, travel, fitness, dining, tech and more.
- Flexible working hours.
- Comfy free shoes to wear on shift.
Individual ways to grow:
- We offer lots of opportunities for learning, including fully funded professional qualifications – apprenticeships Level 3 and internal transfer opportunities.
Diversity and belonging:
- Everyone is welcome at Pret; we want you to feel confident and valued for who you are.
Pace and variety:
- Our work is fast-paced with lots of variety; you’ll build a diverse skill set and learn a lot!
Community and purpose:
- We’re proud to make a difference through The Pret Foundation, from tackling homelessness to reducing food waste.
Our values:
- Happy Teams
- Happy Customers
- Amazing Standards Every day
- Never Standing Still
- Doing The Right Thing
The interview journey:
- Every interview process at Pret begins with an initial phone screening and a 60-minute shop-based interview with the General Manager and the team.
Everyone is welcome at Pret. We encourage applications from underrepresented groups, including women, people with disabilities, neurodiversity, ethnic minorities, and the LGBTQ+ community. Please let our recruitment team know if you need any adjustments or support during the recruitment process.
Barista - Borough High Street, 11-15 employer: Pret A Manger
At Pret, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture where every team member is valued and encouraged to grow. Located in the heart of London, our Bankside shop provides a dynamic environment with opportunities for personal development, including fully funded professional qualifications and flexible working hours. With a commitment to community and sustainability, along with generous benefits like free food and drink, we ensure that our team members not only thrive professionally but also feel a sense of belonging and purpose.
