Kitchen Leader

Pret · Manchester · £13.85 - £13.85 We are seeking a Kitchen Leader to join our team at Pret's Manchester Oxford Street location. As a Kitchen Leader at Pret a Manger, you’ll play a key role in ensuring the consistent preparation of delicious food that meets our high standards, while leading and inspiring your team to deliver excellence every day. Responsibilities include: Acting as a role model, promoting Pret’s core values and maintaining a safe, clean, and compliant kitchen environment Managing stock counts and completing administrative tasks accurately to support smooth operations Working closely with Managers to help oversee shift performance, resolve issues quickly, and ensure every customer enjoys a fresh and satisfying experience Requirements: Be kind, honest, and generous, bringing genuine warmth and your authentic self to work every day Share our passion for exceptional customer service Spread joy every day through small acts of kindness Experience leading with purpose, driving team performance, protecting profit, and keeping customers happy through high standards and great energy Benefits: Base Pay Rate: £13.85 - £13.85 Additional £1.25 per hour Mystery Shopper bonus once training is complete 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 Comfy free shoes to wear on shift