Hot Food Chef – Pret A Manger - Belfast International Airport

Up to £14.75 per hour | Career Progression | Full Training | People-First Culture

Prepare Great Food. Deliver Consistency. Take Pride in Every Shift.

At Pret, we believe that happy teams create happy customers.

We're looking for a passionate and reliable Hot Chef to join our kitchen team and help deliver high-quality hot food products throughout the day. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, takes pride in food quality, and wants to develop their skills within a growing business.

What We're Looking For

· Previous kitchen experience in food production

· A passion for preparing high-quality food and maintaining excellent standards

· Good knowledge of food safety, HACCP and hygiene procedures

· The ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen

· Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality

· Excellent teamwork and communication skills

· A positive, reliable and hard-working attitude

· Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including early mornings and weekends

· A desire to learn and develop within a growing business

What You'll Be Doing

· Preparing and cooking Pret's hot food products to the highest standards

· Following recipes, specifications and food safety procedures at all times

· Ensuring products are available, fresh and presented to Pret standards

· Monitoring cooking times, temperatures and food quality throughout the day

· Maintaining excellent food safety, health & safety and hygiene standards

· Managing stock rotation and reducing waste through effective product management

· Supporting product ordering, deliveries and stock control processes

· Keeping all kitchen equipment and work areas clean and organised

· Working closely with the wider shop team to ensure a smooth customer experience

· Supporting the training and development of new kitchen team members

· Contributing to a positive, supportive and inclusive team culture

· Living Pret's Values and Behaviours every day

Why Join Pret?

Fresh Food, Made Daily
Be part of a team that prepares high-quality food from scratch every day using fresh ingredients.

Training & Development
Receive comprehensive training and ongoing support to build your skills and progress your career.

Great Team Culture
Join a supportive team where kindness, respect and teamwork are at the heart of everything we do.

Career Opportunities
Many of our Kitchen Leaders and Managers started their journey in kitchen team roles.

Competitive Package
Competitive salary and bonus opportunities.

About Pret

At Pret, we serve freshly made food and organic coffee while creating welcoming spaces for both customers and team members.
Our culture is built around kindness, honesty and generosity, and we believe great businesses are built by great people.
We're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and able to thrive.

Ready for Your Next Challenge?

If you're passionate about food, enjoy working in a fast-paced kitchen environment and want to build a long-term career with a business that genuinely invests in its people, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and become part of the Pret family.