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From the employer's careers site First seen 13 Nov 2026

Assistant Manager

Pret Ashford full-time

Salary

£34,654 per year

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Description

We are seeking a passionate leader to join our team as an Assistant Manager at our Ashford location. As an Assistant Manager, you will support the General Manager in overseeing the day-to-day operation of the shop, helping to create an environment where both our teams and customers can thrive.

You will lead by example, motivate and develop your team, and ensure our products, service, and standards consistently reflect what makes Pret special. Whether supporting front of house or kitchen operations, you will play a key role in delivering an outstanding experience for our customers while maintaining the high standards we're known for.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and inspire a team to deliver exceptional customer experiences
  • Maintain outstanding food quality and drive high standards every day
  • Support front of house and kitchen operations
  • Manage stock and waste, maintain food safety standards

Requirements:

  • Experience in retail, hospitality, food production, or another fast-paced customer-focused environment
  • Ability to lead and inspire a team, drive performance, maintain high operational and food safety standards
  • Passion for exceptional customer service, great food, and creating memorable experiences

What We Offer:

  • Starting salary of £34,654
  • Discretionary 15% quarterly bonus
  • 33 days of annual leave (increasing to 38 days)
  • Free private medical cover
  • 4% pension contribution matched by Pret
  • Life assurance at 3x annual salary
  • Loyalty award for 5, 10, 15, 20 years' service
  • Flexible Benefits Platform
  • Season ticket loans
  • Healthcare cash plan
  • Financial wellbeing provisions
  • Free mortgage services
  • Sabbatical after 3 years
  • Opportunities to support our charity, The Pret Foundation
  • Comfy free shoes to wear on shift

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