Barista - Warren Street, 14

Full time 35 hours per week. 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. Together, we're doing the right thing and growing fast - it's an exciting team to hop on board! This role is located in 14 Warren Street, London W1T 5LL 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 (ice ones too).
• Taking your responsibility to make people their favourite drinks seriously.
• Before pouring a single customer's single 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 (like giving away a free coffee on the house) 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, whether you join us for a short stint or the long game, you're good to grow with us. Including fully funded professional qualifications - apprenticeships Level 3 and internal transfer opportunities to explore.

Diversity and belonging

Everyone is welcome at Pret, we want you to feel confident and valued for who you are and to truly belong.

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 and creating positive change for people and communities.

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, 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 - your experience matters to us.

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