Assistant Manager (Front of House) - Gatwick Airport

Pret; Guildford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A beloved international fast-casual restaurant chain is seeking an Assistant Manager at Gatwick Airport. You will oversee daily operations, motivate the team, and ensure exceptional customer service. Previous retail management experience and a passion for food are essential. We offer excellent benefits including a quarterly bonus and career growth opportunities.

Benefits

15% quarterly bonus

Free meals while working

Club Pret Membership with discounts

33 days of holidays

Free shoes

Length of service reward

Legendary Pret parties

Qualifications

• Previous retail management experience is essential.
• Passion for food and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Support the General Manager in overseeing daily operations.
• Motivate the team to uphold high service standards.
• Foster teamwork and camaraderie among team members.
• Deliver exceptional customer experiences and resolve concerns.
• Train and develop team members to enhance their skills.
• Collaborate with back-of-house teams for efficiency.
• Uphold health and safety standards in the working environment.
• Assist in inventory management and minimizing wastage.

Skills

Passion

Clear Communication

Team Working

Great Execution

Open to Change

Business Sense

One Pret

Thoughtful Leadership

Job description

Social network you want to login/join with:

Assistant Manager (Front of House) - Gatwick Airport, Gatwick

col-narrow-left

Client:

Pret

Location:

Gatwick, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

-

EU work permit required:

Yes

col-narrow-right

Job Reference:

d262972d3438

Job Views:

7

Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

col-wide

Job Description:

Join Our Team as a Front Of House Assistant Manager at Pret a Manger!

We are looking for enthusiastic Front of house Assistant Managers who will guarantee the smooth running of the front of house operations and our wonderful customers’ and teams’ happiness!

Overview:

Our Assistant Managers support the General Manager in upholding exceptional standards, boosting sales, and ensuring the delivery of delightful products to our customers daily. Additionally, you'll have the opportunity to gain valuable skills and knowledge through our Training Academy, paving the way for advancement and future opportunities.

Key responsibilities:

• Support the General Manager in overseeing daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store.
• Assist in leading and motivating the team to uphold Pret's high standards of customer service and food quality.
• Help maintain a positive and inclusive work environment by fostering teamwork and camaraderie among team members.
• Lead by example in delivering exceptional customer experiences and resolving any customer concerns or issues promptly.
• Assist in training and developing team members to enhance their skills and capabilities, contributing to their professional growth within the company.
• Collaborate with back-of-house teams, to optimize efficiency and productivity in serving customers.
• Uphold health and safety standards, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and procedures to maintain a safe working environment for both Team members and customers.
  
• Assist in inventory management and stock control activities, including stock ordering, stock takes, and minimizing wastage.

If you have previous retail management experience and a passion for food and customer service, apply now!

• Passion
• Clear Communication
• Team Working
• Great Execution
• Open to Change
• Business Sense
• One Pret
• Thoughtful Leadership

We offer:

• 15% quarterly bonus
• Free meals while you’re working
• Club Pret Membership, with 50% off food and 5 free drinks a day.
• 33 days of holidays
• Free shoes
• Length of service reward.
• Legendary Pret parties

You want career Growth?

• Outstanding training and development (our CEO, Pano, joined Pret as an Assistant Manager 20 years ago and there are so many more stories of amazing careers at Pret)
• Grow with us and earn professional qualifications: we offer Apprenticeships Level 4 and beyond
• Use of our internal ‘Opportunity Network’ to see all of our available Pret jobs both within our shops and at our Support Centre, 75B.

About us:

Pret a Manger is a beloved international fast-casual restaurant chain known for its fresh, natural ingredients and commitment to providing outstanding customer experiences. With a focus on quality, sustainability, and innovation, we're dedicated to delighting our customers every day. our food is handmade in our shop kitchens throughout the day and anything we don't sell, goes to charity. Our coffee is 100% organic (and always will be) and our Coffee Fund is supporting the next generation of farmers. It's (partly) what we think makes Pret special.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and lead a passionate team dedicated to providing exceptional service, we'd love to hear from you! Apply now to join the Pret a Manger family and make a difference in the lives of our customers and team members alike.

*All pay rates quoted are based on London and other expensive cities. Pay rates vary across the UK

If you would like to know more about the role and all our benefits, please visit