We all know interviews are stressful and competition is intense.

However, with a little bit of preparation, you can ace the Pret Job Interview.

Here we will discuss how to successfully answer Pret a Manger Interview Questions.

Pret A Manger Interview Questions

About Pret

• Pret a Manger, a sandwich shop based out of the United Kingdom, is also known as Pret.
• The name Pret a Manger is French for “ready to eat”.
• Jeffrey Hyman founded Pret a Manger in 1983; the first Pret was not profitable and was eventually purchased by Sinclair Beecham and Julian Metcalfe.
• The Pret Foundation is a global charity to alleviate poverty and hunger; it helps break the cycle of homelessness by donating unsold food in partnership with local food rescue organizations.

• It’s okay to talk about your hobbies and interests but keep it brief. Try and focus on related work experience. Remember having related work experience will put you ahead of the competition.

• Say you love the product and the service you get at Pret and because of this you would be proud to represent them.
• Mention you would be proud to work for a company that donates food unsold to charities.
• Finally, say you admire Pret’s Global Plastic Pledge which aims to reduce their use of plastic to help the environment.

To answer this correctly you need to revisit the job description and find the experience needed to be successful in the role.

• For example, suppose I was on a Pret a Manager Team Member Interview. The job description states they are looking for someone who works in the kitchen and with customers. So if you have experience in restaurants or working with customers now is the time to mention it. Note having related work experience you will be ahead of other applicants.

• The best way to respond to this question is to describe the skills and experience that you have which directly correlate with the job you are applying for. Therefore review the job description and reassure the interviewer that you have the experience and skills to do the job.

• The best way to respond to this question is to describe the skills and experience that you have which directly correlate with the job you are applying for. Therefore review the job description and reassure the interviewer that you have the experience and skills to do the job.

Do Say

Try and bring your own examples for this question but here are some that come to mind.

• Once a customer wanted a particular item on a menu that our restaurant didn’t offer. We were able to go to the restaurant next door and pick up that item. The customer was very grateful.
• When I worked at a fast-food restaurant there was a mother who had several children with her. We don’t usually bring items to the table but I offered. I was also able to bring them free refills. The mother was very grateful.

Tip! Be familiar with the products at Pret.  

• First I would listen to the customer’s complaint.
• Second, I would sympathize with the customer.
• Next, I would try and fix the issue
• Finally, I would apologize for any issues that could be avoided.

• It is only natural to have a conflict with your boss.  What is most important is that you came to a positive outcome of the conflict in a peaceful manner.  The question is to see how good your communication skills are.
• For example, “In my last job, I worked in retail.  I was stocking inventory in a way I thought it would increase sales.   My boss said it was the wrong way and the head office had specific instructions on to display inventory.  My boss then took me to the office and explained to me why it maximized sales.   I was wrong and I feel I learned a lot about how products should be presented for maximum sales.”

After applying online, you will have an initial interview.  If you pass the initial interview you will be called to the shop or restaurant for a second interview.

The second interview is an opportunity for the interviewer to find more about you or to have someone more senior to interview the final list of candidates.

Many suggest the second interview is about past performance. Such as

• Name your greatest accomplishment in your last job?
• Tell us about how you increased sales and/or productivity?

Remember to use the names of all the people you met last time. Make sure you recognize them and greet them.

Make sure you wear a different outfit than the first interview.

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*Please note that we cannot guarantee specific questions asked on the interview. Also, note that we are not affiliated with the company mentioned in this post.