Nando’s
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They care about what their frontline employees think and want to be a good employer.
DismissNando’s is a restaurant chain. They serve Portuguese-African food.
nandos.co.uk
Rating based on 2,004 employees who took the Breakroom Quiz
About jobs at Nando’s
Pay
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Needs improving
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Most people aren’t paid a living wage
Do Nando’s pay a living wage?
Most people are not paid a living wage.
How we know this
74% of people say they are paid below the Real Living Wage for where they live.Based on data from 130 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2025 and April 2026.
Why this matters
Everyone should be paid enough to live on.
The Real Living Wage is a voluntary rate employers can sign up to that is based on the real cost of living.
The current rates are £13.45 per hour, and £14.80 per hour in London.
Find out more in our explainer about the Real Living Wage.
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Only some people are paid market rates
Do Nando’s pay market rates?
Only some people are paid above average for their job.
How we know this
38% of people are paid below average for the type of work they do.Based on data from 113 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2025 and April 2026.
Why this matters
Pay can vary a lot between types of job. Employers should be ensuring that the rates their staff are paid are in line with similar roles elsewhere.
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Under 18s get paid less than everyone else
Do Nando’s pay the same regardless of age?
No, people under the age of 18 get paid less than those above 21.
See what Nando’s pays different age groupsHow we know this
The average pay of under 18s is less than those who are over 21.Based on data from 264 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and April 2026.
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Most people get paid breaks
Do workers at Nando’s get paid breaks?
Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
How we know this
94% of people say they get paid breaks.Based on data from 136 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2025 and April 2026.
Why this matters
A good job should have paid breaks.
You should be paid for all your time at work, whether you’re on a break or not.
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Most people don’t get sick pay
Do Nando’s pay sick pay?
No. Most people don’t get proper sick pay.
How we know this
95% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.Based on data from 118 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2025 and April 2026.
Why this matters
Everyone gets sick sometimes. You should be able to take time off without worrying.
At a good job you should still get paid if you’re scheduled to work but can’t due to sickness. Your contract should say how many sick days you can take each year.
This is more than the legal minimum, which says you should only get paid if you are unwell for 4 full days. See Citizens Advice for more details.
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Most people don’t do unpaid extra work
Do workers at Nando’s do extra work that they don't get paid for?
Rarely. Most people don’t do unpaid extra work.
How we know this
73% of people report that they don’t do extra unpaid work.Based on data from 123 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2025 and April 2026.
Why this matters
Everyone should get paid for any extra work they do, even if it is outside your contracted hours. At a good job, you should be paid for all the time you spend at work.
Hours and flexibility
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Less than 4 weeks notice of shifts
How much notice do people get of their shift pattern at Nando’s?
Most people don’t get 4 weeks notice of when they’re working.
How we know this
- 28% of people with changing schedules report getting one week notice or less.
- 45% of people with changing schedules report getting two weeks notice.
- 20% of people with changing schedules report getting three weeks notice.
- 7% of people with changing schedules report getting four weeks notice or more.
Based on data from 132 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2025 and April 2026.
Why this matters
At a good job, you get plenty of notice about when you’re working.
This makes it easy for you to plan the rest of life, as well as your finances, because you know how much you’ll be working and when.
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Most people don’t worry about their hours
Do workers at Nando’s worry about hours?
Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
How we know this
77% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.Based on data from 132 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2025 and April 2026.
Why this matters
At a good job, you shouldn’t have to worry about getting enough hours each week.
A good job should guarantee you a minimum number of hours in a contract, if you want it.
This makes it easier to plan your finances, because you know how much you’ll be earning.
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Only some people get a choice of shifts
Do Nando’s workers get to choose the shifts they work?
Some people don’t get enough choice over which shifts they work.
How we know this
34% report that their manager doesn’t give them enough choice over which shifts they work.Based on data from 128 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2025 and April 2026.
Why this matters
A good job is flexible around your personal life. This means you get a say in when you prefer to work.
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Can be hard to change shifts
How easy is it for Nando’s workers to change shifts?
Some people find it hard to change shifts.
How we know this
59% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.Based on data from 105 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2025 and April 2026.
Why this matters
A good job is flexible around your personal life. It should be easy to change a shift if you need to, whether that’s in an emergency or for planning ahead.
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Easy to book holiday
How easy is it to book a holiday at Nando’s?
Most people find it easy to book holiday.
How we know this
83% of people report it’s easy to book holidays.Based on data from 125 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2025 and April 2026.
Why this matters
A good job should let you take time off when you need it, and it shouldn’t be a nightmare to arrange.
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Shifts don’t get changed at short notice
Do Nando’s managers change shifts at short notice?
Most managers don’t change people’s shifts at short notice.
How we know this
78% of people say their manager doesn’t changes their shifts at the last minute.Based on data from 121 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2025 and April 2026.
Why this matters
If your manager is often changing your shifts at short notice that’s a sign of poor planning. At a good job you won’t be messed around at the last minute.
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Most people find it easy to take sick leave
How easy is it to take sick leave at Nando’s?
Most people find it easy to take sick leave.
How we know this
69% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.Based on data from 118 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2025 and April 2026.
Why this matters
Everyone gets sick sometimes. You should be able to take time off when you need to.
A good job should support you when you’re unwell and have systems in place that will allow you to take time off to recover when you need it.
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Most students say it’s good
Is a Nando’s job good for students?
Most students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
How we know this
85% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studying.Based on data from 137 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and April 2026.
Why this matters
A good job should allow you to fit work around important things in your life, like studying.
Life isn’t just about work. Good jobs make space for you to do well in both.
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Only some parents say it’s good
Is working at Nando’s good if you’re a parent or carer?
Only some parents and carer say this is a good place to work.
How we know this
53% of people who care for a child or other relative report this isn’t a good place to work.Based on data from 43 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2024 and April 2026.
Why this matters
Whether it’s looking after children or caring for a relative, a good job should support your responsibilities outside of work.
Workplace
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Most people feel treated with respect
Do people at Nando’s feel treated with respect by their managers?
Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
How we know this
81% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.Based on data from 119 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2025 and April 2026.
Why this matters
Everyone should get treated with respect by their managers. You shouldn’t feel discriminated against or bullied, and if you have a problem you should be able to speak to someone about it.
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Most people get proper breaks
Do people at Nando’s get proper breaks?
Most people get proper breaks.
How we know this
83% of people report that they get to take proper breaks.Based on data from 127 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2025 and April 2026.
Why this matters
When you take a break it should be a proper rest. It should last the full duration and you shouldn’t get pulled off it.
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Most people are stressed
Is it stressful to work at Nando’s?
Most people feel stressed here.
How we know this
69% of people say they often feel stressed at work.Based on data from 123 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2025 and April 2026.
Why this matters
Work isn’t always easy, but if you’re frequently feel stressed, that’s not good.
Your employer should support you with enough people and resources to get your job done without feeling overwhelmed.
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Most people enjoy their job
Do people at Nando’s enjoy their jobs?
Most people enjoy their job.
How we know this
69% of people report they enjoy their job.Based on data from 108 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2025 and April 2026.
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Only some people recommend their team
Do people at Nando’s recommend working with their team?
Only some people recommend working with their team.
How we know this
34% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.Based on data from 139 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2025 and April 2026.
Why this matters
A good job means enjoying the place where you work.
The people you work with every day really matter. They can be the difference between a terrible day and a great one.
If you’d recommend your team to a friend, this shows that something’s going right.
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Only some people get enough training
Do people get enough training when they start at Nando’s?
Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
How we know this
39% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.Based on data from 130 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2025 and April 2026.
Why this matters
A good job should give you good training when you start, not just drop you in at the deep end.
This means that you’ll be happier and more productive from day one and shows that your employer values you.
It’s also very important if your job involves anything that could be dangerous. Good training from the outset keeps you and your team safe.
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Only some people get support to progress
Are people given support to progress at Nando’s?
Only some people are given support to progress here.
How we know this
In the last year, 37% of people report not being given an opportunity to get better at their job, learn a new skill, learn to manage a team or get more responsibility in their role.Based on data from 121 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2025 and April 2026.
Why this matters
A good job should help you progress at work, if you want to. That might be supporting you to get better at the job you currently have, learn something new, manage a team or take on more responsibilities.
This means you’ll be able to build on your skills and experience, and earn more money.
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Head office only partly understands what’s happening
Do people think Nando’s head office understands what's happening where they work?
Some people think head office doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
How we know this
64% of people think that this employer’s head office or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.Based on data from 122 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2025 and April 2026.
Why this matters
At a good job, the role of head office should be to support the people on the frontline serving customers.
To do that properly, the company’s owners or head office need to have a good understanding of what’s really happening on the frontline. This is especially important when a company owns multiple locations.
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Only some people feel well informed by head office
Do workers feel well informed about how Nando’s is doing?
Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
How we know this
37% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.Based on data from 125 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2025 and April 2026.
Why this matters
At a good job, there should be a supportive relationship between the people working on the frontline serving customers and the people who own the company or work in head office.
You should be kept informed about how the company is doing as a whole, both in good times and when things get tough for the business.
How Nando’s ranks
Nando’s ranks joint 2nd to work for out of casual dining restaurants.
- 1 Five Guys
- 2= Nando’s
- 2= Mosaic Pub & Dining
Rankings are based on Breakroom Ratings for employers with 30 or more Breakroom Quiz responses, accurate as of 11 April 2026.
Pay ranges at Nando’s
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£10.69-12.35 per hour
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£8.75-12.77 per hour
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£11.92-13.20 per hour
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£28.9k-39.0k per year
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£7.99-12.25 per hour
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£9.58-12.60 per hour
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£11.20-12.44 per hour
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£7.99-12.44 per hour
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£30.6k-50.0k per year
Nando’s job reviews
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Best thing
40% off if you eat there and the staff members unite like a family
Worst thing
Long shift and pay
Supervisor at Nando’s, November 2025
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Reply from Talent Acquisition Social Media Executive at Nando’s, November 2025
Hey, many thanks for your review. Great to see you're a fan of the Nandoca discount and working with your team but we'll make sure your feedback around hours and pay is noted too.
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Best thing
Besides working with amazing people with different backgrounds and life purpose, you get to enjoy your day with them and sometimes learn new things on everything. The rota can be flexible and requests can be accepted so long as you are honest and with integrity towards your colleagues.
Worst thing
Customers can of course be ungrateful and more importantly self entitled for certain things. Some restaurants are faced with long awaiting repair and maintenance which would benefit the company but dont happen for a long time. Feelings of stress and loosing control can occur often if the day doesn't go the way you hope for.
Supervisor at Nando’s, July 2023
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Reply from Talent Acquisition Social Media Executive at Nando’s, July 2023
Hey, many thanks for your review. Great to see you enjoy working with your team but we'd like to look into your comments around R&M and stress further - can you please email us with more detail to peoplesupport@nandos.co.uk so we can look into it and get back to you?
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Handy to know
How are people paid?
Based on 139 Nando’s employees
How much notice do people get of their shifts?
Based on 132 Nando’s employees
What contracts are people on?
Based on 120 Nando’s employees