Kitchen Leader — Lead a High-Impact Team & Fresh Food

Pret A Manger; England; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mystery Shopper bonus

Shift-start bonus 3-5am

28 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Healthcare cash plan

Free food and drink

Club Pret Membership

Loyalty awards

Marketplace discounts

Free shoes

Job summary

Pret A Manger is seeking a Kitchen Leader to ensure consistent preparation of delicious food, uphold our high standards, and lead a motivated team. You’ll manage stock, handle admin tasks, and support shift performance to deliver an outstanding Pret experience.

In this role, you’ll mentor and empower colleagues, maintain a safe kitchen, and work closely with management to ensure smooth operations and excellent customer service every day.

Qualifications

• Experience leading with purpose—driving team performance, protecting profit, and keeping customers happy through high standards and great energy.

Responsibilities

• Prepare delicious food to Pret's high standards and maintain a clean, safe kitchen environment.
• Lead and inspire the team to deliver excellence every day and support smooth operations.
• Manage stock counts and complete required administrative tasks accurately.
• Oversee shift performance, resolve issues quickly, and ensure customers enjoy a fresh, satisfying experience.

Skills

Kind & honest

Customer service passion

Team leadership

Job description

Pret A Manger is seeking a Kitchen Leader to ensure consistent preparation of delicious food, uphold our high standards, and lead a motivated team. You’ll manage stock, handle admin tasks, and support shift performance to deliver an outstanding Pret experience.

In this role, you’ll mentor and empower colleagues, maintain a safe kitchen, and work closely with management to ensure smooth operations and excellent customer service every day.