Pret A Manger
Barista - Manchester, Piccadilly Station
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Barista - Manchester, Piccadilly Station
Barista – Full Time (35 Hours Per Week) – Manchester Piccadilly Station
About Pret Pret is a proud creator of mouthwatering food, organic coffee, and big ideas, operating in over 750+ shops across 20+ countries. Whether you’re crafting the perfect latte or leading your team, every role at Pret comes with incredible opportunities to grow. Together, we strive to do things right—while growing at a thrilling pace!
Role Information
- Location: Unit 3, Concourse, Manchester Piccadilly Station, Manchester M1 23A, GBR
- Contract: Full-time (35 hours/week)
- Part of “Growing Good Things” – Pret’s commitment to nurturing talent from the ground up.
The Role: Our Vision for This Barista
You’ll be our hands-and-heart-powered Barista, behind the counter making people’s days brighter, one perfectly crafted cup at a time.
Your responsibilities include:
- Creating and expertly serving Barista-prepared drinks (including iced options) by hand, ensuring consistency and quality.
- Undergoing comprehensive training—before serving customers, you’ll build confidence behind the brew (and top up if needed).
- spoils of passion for excellent customer service, from offering the perfect pour to small acts of kindness (like an unexpected free coffee).
- Ensuring Happy Teams by working closely with your team to maintain Amazing Standards Every Day.
This is more than a job; it’s an entry route to grow into leadership—80%+ of our managers started on the shop floor!
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What’s Required of You: About You
- A team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
- A passionate coffee lover—your motivation is to pour passion into every cup.
- A warm, authentic self—you’ll bring kindness, energy, and energy into every interaction.
- Willingness to continually learn, sharpen your brewing skills, and grow.
What You’ll Gain: Our Benefits
Rewards & Compensation
- Hourly rate: £14.40 (includes a mystery shopper bonus).
- Early shift bonus: Earn an extra £5/hour for 3–5am shifts.
- Dedicated support: Weekly training, mentorship, and tools to Never Stand Still in your development.
Work-Life Balance
- 28 days annual leave (pro-rata for part-time, if applicable).
- Flexible hours to fit life outside work.
Health & Wellbeing
- Pension scheme for long-term security.
- Healthcare cash plan.
- Free comfy shoes to keep preventing discomfort during shifts.
Food & Drink Deals
- Club Pret Membership (even when you’re not working):
- 50% off all food.
- Free Barista-Made Drinks (up to 5/day).
- Unlimited free meals and drinks while on shift.
Evolving Together
- Professional growth:
- Apprenticeships (Level 3, fully funded).
- Transfer opportunities to shift into Pret’s Support Centre for bigger challenges.
- Reward on Loyalty: Awards at 5, 10, 15, and 20-year milestones.
- Marketplace discounts: Tech, travel, fitness, dining, shopping, and more for Pret people.
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Our Values (The Catalysts for How We Do Things)
- Happy Teams = Happy Customers – Together, we create a culture where people and service thrive.
- Amazing Standards Every Day – We hold ourselves to high (but celebrative) standards.
- Never Standing Still – Curiosity fuels our growth.
- Doing The Right Thing – Ethics are at the heart of everything.
The Interview Journey
We keep it simple and real:
- Phone screening – introduced by HR.
- Shop-based interview – meet with the General Manager and your future team.
Date: Every interview we aim to reflect human connection—no robot speaks here!
Diversity & Inclusion
We’re pret building a team that reflects the world—everyone belongs here, no matter whether you’re a woman, disabled, neurodivergent, from an ethnic minority, part of the LGBTQ+ community, or more! If you require adjustments or support in the process, just let us know—your success matters.
Pret doesn’t just serve coffee—we grow people. And hunger to hear from you.
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