Kitchen Leader - Ashford - Full Time

Pret; Ashford; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Pret a Manger seeks enthusiastic Kitchen Leaders to support and coach team members in creating delicious food. The role involves ensuring operational success, maintaining quality standards, and providing opportunities for career growth. Join a company committed to quality and sustainability, with extensive training and exciting benefits.

Benefits

Competitive hourly pay including bonuses

Flexible shifts and free meals

Club Pret membership with discounts

Additional pay for early morning shifts

Virtual GP and free shoes

Length of service rewards

Parties and team-building events

Qualifications

• Supervisory experience in a kitchen or restaurant environment.
• Passion for food and customer service.
• Ability to train and inspire a team.

Responsibilities

• Ensure consistent creation of food in line with standards.
• Lead and inspire the team by embodying core values.
• Conduct stock counts and administrative tasks accurately.

Skills

Team Leadership

Customer Service

Food Safety

Job description

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Pret

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Ashford, United Kingdom

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

07.07.2025

Expiry Date:

21.08.2025

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Job Description:

Seeking Enthusiastic Kitchen Leaders to discover a world of opportunities at Pret, Unit 1, Kimberley Way, Ashford TN24 0SD GBR!

Join the heart of our kitchen at Pret a Manger, where you'll play a vital role in supporting, training, and coaching our team members to create delicious food for our customers.

Overview

As a Kitchen Leader, you are essential to the seamless operation of each shift. You will take ownership alongside our Managers, ensuring the success of our stores. At Pret, we invest in your growth through our Training Academy, opening doors to future management opportunities. Join us in shaping the culinary experience and making every bite delightful for our customers!

Available Positions:

• Full-time- Shifts are spread over 5 days from Monday to Sunday. Availability from 6am required.

Main Responsibilities:

• Ensure the consistent creation of delicious food in line with Pret standards.
• Lead and inspire the team by embodying Pret's core values.
• Maintain Pret's quality standards.
• Follow all health and safety policies.
• Conduct stock counts and administrative tasks accurately.

If you have supervisory experience and a passion for food and customer service, apply now!

We offer:

• Competitive hourly pay (£ to £) including weekly mystery shopper bonuses.
• Flexible shifts, free meals, Club Pret membership with discounts, and other benefits.
• Additional pay for early morning shifts.
• Virtual GP, free shoes, length of service rewards, and parties.

Career Growth Opportunities:

• Extensive training and development, with many managers promoted internally.
• Professional qualifications through Apprenticeships Level 3.
• Internal 'Opportunity Network' for career advancement within Pret.

About Pret:

Pret a Manger is an international fast-casual restaurant chain committed to quality, sustainability, and innovation. We serve handmade food and 100% organic coffee, supporting farmers through our Coffee Fund. We thrive in a fast-paced environment and value teamwork, fun, and passion for food. For more information, visit our website.