At a Glance
- Tasks: Craft delicious coffee and create memorable experiences for customers at Coventry Train Station.
- Company: Join Pret, a vibrant company with over 750 shops worldwide, dedicated to growth and community.
- Benefits: Earn £14.40 per hour, enjoy free food, flexible hours, and 28 days annual leave.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Be part of a passionate team, learn new skills, and make a real difference every day.
- Qualifications: No prior experience needed, just bring your enthusiasm and love for coffee!
Full time 35 hours per week
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.
- 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 £14.40 (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 (50% off food and 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.
We also offer:
- Individual ways to grow – opportunities for learning, including fully funded professional qualifications.
- Diversity and belonging – Everyone is welcome at Pret.
- Pace and variety - Our work is fast paced with lots of variety.
- Community and purpose - We’re proud to make a difference through The Pret Foundation.
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 the same two stages: 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. Please let our recruitment team know if you need any adjustments or support during the recruitment process.
We’d love to get to know you, not a robot, so please do not rely on AI to complete your application.
Barista - Coventry Train Station employer: Pret A Manger
Pret A Manger is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture in the heart of the City of Westminster. With competitive pay, flexible hours, and a strong emphasis on employee growth and development, we empower our Kitchen Leaders to inspire their teams while maintaining high standards of food quality and safety. Join us for a rewarding career where your contributions are valued and celebrated.
