At a Glance
- Tasks: Craft delicious drinks and spread joy with every cup you serve.
- Company: Join a vibrant team at Pret, where everyone is valued and included.
- Benefits: Earn £14.40 per hour, enjoy free food, and flexible hours.
- Other info: Opportunities for professional growth and community involvement await you.
- Why this job: Make a real impact while learning and growing in a fast-paced environment.
- Qualifications: Passion for coffee and a team player attitude are essential.
This role is located in Unit 6/7, Concourse, Glasgow G1 3SL GBR.
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.
- Giving you all the skills, pace and confidence you need (or need topping up) to make the perfect organic Pret coffee.
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.
- 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 (giving you 50% off food and 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, means you have the time to do what’s important to you.
- 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.
Overall Diversity & Inclusion statement:
- 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.
We think you need these skills to ace Barista - Glasgow Central Station
Communication Skills
Adaptability
Attention to Detail
Teamwork
Problem-Solving Skills
Customer Service
Time Management
