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Team Member - Birmingham Airport, Airside - Full Time - Seasonal

Pret A Manger
£12.05–£13.30 per hour
B26 3QJ
Full time

Breakroom Rating

5.8

4th of 28 cafés

Rating based on 427 employees who took the Breakroom Quiz

  • Free food
  • Recommended by students
  • Recommended by parents
  • Respectful managers
  • Proper training

About the job

Job description from Pret A Manger

We are looking for enthusiastic Kitchen Team Members who are passionate about preparing freshly prepared food throughout the night ready for our wonderful customers at Pret, Birmingham Airport, Birmingham, Birmingham B26 3QJ GBR!

We have the following positions available right now:

  • Full-time - Shifts are spread over 5 days and can start as early as 5am (don't worry, early starts mean early finishes!)
We offer:
  • £12.05 to £13.30 per hour (Inclusive of weekly mystery shopper bonus of £1.25 per hour)
  • Free food when you're working
  • Club Pret Membership, with 50% off food and 5 free drinks a day
  • Outstanding training and development (over 85% of our Managers started as Team Members)
  • Grow with us and earn professional qualifications - we offer Apprenticeships Level 2 and beyond
  • Up to £200 cash rewards for every successful friend referred**
If you would like to know more about the role and all our benefits please visit https://www.pret.co.uk/en-GB/pret-jobs

*After initial training

**Terms and conditions apply
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About Pret A Manger

Pret A Manger is a sandwich shop franchise. They're popularly referred to as Pret.

The best things about working at Pret A Manger

  • 81% of students say it’s good
  • 70% of parents and carers say it’s good
  • 70% say they get enough training

Featured by Pret A Manger, based on 427 employees who took the Breakroom Quiz

Perks of working at Pret A Manger from Pret A Manger

  • 💰 Industry leading pay
  • 💸 Up to £250 cash reward for wowing our customers
  • 👯 Earn up to £200 cash when you successfully refer a friend
  • 🥙 Free food when you’re working and 50% off when not
  • 🕴️ The Pret Academy — outstanding training and development opportunities (over 85% of our Managers started as Team Members)
  • 🎁 Generous discounts across retailers, gyms and supermarkets

Company values from Pret A Manger

At Pret, we believe happy teams means happy customers, and try to live by the 3 B’s:

Be Kind
Be Honest
Be Generous

Diversity and inclusion statement from Pret A Manger

At Pret, D&I is at the heart of our culture, and to ensure voices are heard, we have belonging groups. What is a belonging group? We’ve created inclusive communities, shaped & led by employees, from across our shops and support centre. Each group will aim to support, strengthen & benefit the communities – making real and lasting positive change to our culture, with the support of allies.

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A Pret chef works in the kitchen
A Pret team member stand behind the counter ready to serve customers
A Pret team member puts a pastry in to a paper page

What Pret A Manger employees say

427 Pret A Manger employees have taken the Breakroom Quiz and told us what it’s really like to work there. Here’s everything they have told us:

Breakroom Rating for Pret A Manger

5.8

Pret A Manger

Based on 427 employees from Pret A Manger who took the Breakroom Quiz

5.4

Cafés average

Based on 8,263 employees from cafés who took the Breakroom Quiz

Pay

    Needs improving
  • Most people aren’t paid a living wage

    Do Pret A Manger pay team members enough to live on?

    Most people are not paid a living wage.

    How we know this

    71% of people say they are paid below the Real Living Wage for where they live.

    Based on data from 48 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2022 and March 2024.

    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 £12.00 per hour, and £13.15 per hour in London.

    Find out more in our explainer about the Real Living Wage.

  • Good
  • Most people are paid market rates

    Do Pret A Manger pay team members market rates?

    Most people are paid above average for their job.

    How we know this

    100% of people are paid above average for the type of work they do.

    Based on data from 47 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2022 and March 2024.

    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.

  • Good
  • Everyone is paid the same, whatever their age

    Do team members at Pret A Manger get paid the same regardless of age?

    Yes, people under the age of 21 get paid the same as those above 21.

    See what Pret A Manger pays different age groups

    How we know this

    The average pay of under 21s is the same as those above 21.

    Based on data from 54 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2022 and March 2024.

  • Needs improving
  • Most people don’t get paid breaks

    Do team members at Pret A Manger get paid breaks?

    No. Most people don’t get paid breaks.

    How we know this

    98% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.

    Based on data from 51 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2022 and March 2024.

    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.

  • Needs improving
  • Most people don’t get sick pay

    Do Pret A Manger pay team members sick pay?

    No. Most people don’t get proper sick pay.

    How we know this

    86% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.

    Based on data from 44 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2022 and March 2024.

    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.

  • Okay
  • Some people do unpaid extra work

    Do team members at Pret A Manger do extra work that they don't get paid for?

    Sometimes. Some people do unpaid extra work.

    How we know this

    38% of people report that they do extra work that they don’t get paid for.

    Based on data from 47 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2022 and March 2024.

    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

    Needs improving
  • Less than 4 weeks notice of shifts

    How much notice do team members get of their shift pattern at Pret A Manger?

    Most people don’t get 4 weeks notice of when they’re working.

    How we know this

    • 80% of people with changing schedules report getting one week notice or less.
    • 18% of people with changing schedules report getting two weeks notice.
    • 2% of people with changing schedules report getting three weeks notice.
    • 0% of people with changing schedules report getting four weeks notice or more.

    Based on data from 50 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2022 and March 2024.

    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.

  • Okay
  • Some people worry about their hours

    Do team members at Pret A Manger worry about hours?

    Some people worry about getting enough hours.

    How we know this

    43% of people report they worry about getting enough hours.

    Based on data from 51 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2022 and March 2024.

    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.

  • Okay
  • Only some people get a choice of shifts

    Do team members at Pret A Manger get to choose the shifts they work?

    Some people don’t get enough choice over which shifts they work.

    How we know this

    46% report that their manager doesn’t give them enough choice over which shifts they work.

    Based on data from 48 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2022 and March 2024.

    Why this matters

    A good job is flexible around your personal life. This means you get a say in when you prefer to work.

  • Okay
  • Can be hard to change shifts

    How easy is it for team members at Pret A Manger to change shifts?

    Some people find it hard to change shifts.

    How we know this

    64% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.

    Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2022 and March 2024.

    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.

  • Good
  • Easy to book holiday

    How easy is it for team members to book a holiday at Pret A Manger?

    Most people find it easy to book holiday.

    How we know this

    76% of people report it’s easy to book holidays.

    Based on data from 41 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2022 and March 2024.

    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.

  • Okay
  • Shifts can get changed at short notice

    Do Pret A Manger managers change team members shifts at short notice?

    Some managers change people’s shifts at short notice.

    How we know this

    39% of people say their manager changes their shifts at the last minute.

    Based on data from 46 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2022 and March 2024.

    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.

  • Good
  • Most people find it easy to take sick leave

    How easy is it for team members to take sick leave at Pret A Manger?

    Most people find it easy to take sick leave.

    How we know this

    68% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.

    Based on data from 41 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2022 and March 2024.

    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.

  • Good
  • Most students say it’s good

    Is team members at Pret A Manger job good for students?

    Most students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying.

    How we know this

    92% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studying.

    Based on data from 25 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2022 and March 2024.

    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.

Workplace

    Good
  • Most people feel treated with respect

    Do team members at Pret A Manger feel treated with respect by their managers?

    Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.

    How we know this

    70% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.

    Based on data from 46 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2022 and March 2024.

    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.

  • Good
  • Most people get proper breaks

    Do team members at Pret A Manger get proper breaks?

    Most people get proper breaks.

    How we know this

    88% of people report that they get to take proper breaks.

    Based on data from 48 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2022 and March 2024.

    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.

  • Okay
  • Some people are stressed

    Is it stressful for team members to work at Pret A Manger?

    Some people feel stressed here.

    How we know this

    57% of people say they often feel stressed at work.

    Based on data from 47 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2022 and March 2024.

    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.

  • Okay
  • Only some people enjoy their job

    Do team members at Pret A Manger enjoy their jobs?

    Only some people enjoy their job.

    How we know this

    38% of people report they don’t enjoy their job.

    Based on data from 42 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2022 and March 2024.

  • Okay
  • Only some people recommend their team

    Do team members at Pret A Manger recommend working with their team?

    Only some people recommend working with their team.

    How we know this

    45% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.

    Based on data from 51 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2022 and March 2024.

    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.

  • Okay
  • Only some people get enough training

    Do team members get enough training when they start at Pret A Manger?

    Some people did’t get enough training when they started.

    How we know this

    38% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.

    Based on data from 48 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2022 and March 2024.

    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.

  • Okay
  • Only some people get support to progress

    Are team members given support to progress at Pret A Manger?

    Only some people are given support to progress here.

    How we know this

    In the last year, 50% 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 44 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2022 and March 2024.

    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.

  • Okay
  • Head office only partly understands what’s happening

    Do team members think Pret A Manger 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

    67% 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 42 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2022 and March 2024.

    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.

  • Okay
  • Only some people feel well informed by head office

    Do team members feel well informed about how Pret A Manger is doing?

    Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.

    How we know this

    59% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.

    Based on data from 46 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2022 and March 2024.

    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.

Pret A Manger job reviews

  • Best thing

    Good food, nice people

    Worst thing

    Day to day changes, cutting hours, no respect from head office

    7.3

    Pret A Manger General manager, January 2024

  • Best thing

    Working with a variety of people

    Worst thing

    Customers are rude often and it’s not safe because the lack of security

    1.6

    Pret A Manger Team leader, December 2023

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  • Best thing

    Tram- people

    Worst thing

    To many responsibilities, tusk, crazy targets, so many changes

    5.5

    Pret A Manger General manager, October 2023

  • Best thing

    i love doing coffee and restocking they’re calming

    Worst thing

    certain people of management they’re rude and discriminatory making it an unpleasant experience and unprofessional situation

    5.5

    Pret A Manger Employee, September 2023

  • Best thing

    Good pay

    Worst thing

    stressful peak times and no time for proper training, cleaning

    6.4

    Pret A Manger Team leader, September 2023

  • Best thing

    lovely customers
    some great team members

    Worst thing

    some staff have a sick up their ass when given power.
    always stressed
    over worked for the pay

    6.0

    Pret A Manger Barista, February 2023

  • Best thing

    Supportive shop team, free coffee and food

    Worst thing

    Too many targets, long working hours, no support from higher management

    4.8

    Pret A Manger General manager, April 2021

  • Best thing

    Working for a bigger company gives me a better guarantee to always get paid, a few benefits and less chances to lose a job because of unexpected circumstances

    Worst thing

    Early starting hours, repetitiveness, constantly on the feet

    7.3

    Pret A Manger Team member trainer, February 2021

  • Best thing

    The people I work with

    Worst thing

    Having to do the same work with less staff
    Not being appreciated for all our hard work

    6.6

    Pret A Manger Floor leader, July 2020

  • Best thing

    Works around my child and hours I need

    Worst thing

    Over worked and no staff treated like a number not a person

    7.0

    Pret A Manger Team members trainer, April 2020

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Breakroom’s rough guide to being a fast food team member

Fast food team members

Fast food team members prepare and serve food and drink to customers in a fast food restaurant

What you’ll do as a fast food team member:

  • Prepare food and drinks
  • Serve food and drink
  • Deal with customers
  • Take payments
  • Be responsible for health and safety
  • Take orders and listen to customers

Is it right for you?

This job may involve:

  • Standing
  • Physical activities
  • Walking
  • Cleaning
  • Wearing a uniform
  • Anti-social hours
  • Dealing with customers
  • Using a computer

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