Overview
Full time 35 hours per week. Pret here! We’re proud makers of delicious food, organic coffee and big ideas across 750+ shops in 20+ countries.
Barista — Full time 35 hours per week
Pret here! We’re proud makers of delicious food, organic coffee and big ideas across 750+ shops in 20+ countries. This role is located at 164 Buckingham Palace Road, London SW1W 9TP GBR.
What We’re Looking For
Our Baristas are brilliant team players who are passionate about what they brew. You’ll handmake and lovingly pour all our Barista-prepared drinks (including iced drinks). You’ll take your responsibility to make people their favourite drinks seriously. Before pouring a customer’s espresso, you’ll undergo weeks of training to give you the skills, pace and confidence you need to make the perfect organic Pret coffee.
About You
- Be kind, honest and generous: bring genuine warmth and your authentic self to work every day.
- Bring your passion: share our passion for exceptional customer service.
- Spread joy every day: small acts of kindness are a big part of the Pret experience.
- Experience needed: You’re a team player with a passion for coffee, proud to serve every cup with care and energy—and always ready to learn and grow.
We offer
- Hourly rate is £14.55 (inclusive of mystery shopper bonus)
- After initial training, 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 with 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 high standards
- Access marketplace discounts on shopping, travel, fitness, dining, tech and more
- Flexible working hours
- Comfy free shoes to wear on shift
Additional Opportunities
- Fully funded professional qualifications – apprenticeships Level 3 and internal transfer opportunities.
- Diversity and belonging – Everyone is welcome; you’ll be valued for who you are.
- Pace and variety – Fast-paced work with lots of variety to build a diverse skill set.
- Community and purpose – We contribute through The Pret Foundation to tackle homelessness, reduce food waste and create positive change.
Our values
- Happy Teams Happy Customers
- Amazing Standards Every day
- Never Standing Still
- Doing The Right Thing
The interview journey
- Two stages: initial phone screening and a 60-minute shop-based interview with the General Manager and the team.
- We encourage applications from underrepresented groups and will provide adjustments or support during the recruitment process if needed.
We’d love to get to know you. Please note: please do not rely on AI to complete your application.
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