Pret A Manger

?? Christmas at Pret is a time of joy. It’s when our festive menu comes to life, full of seasonal favourites and exciting new treats. This year, we’ve gone one step further to celebrate. We asked the public through consumer research to choose their most joyful moments of 2024, and we’ve brought three of them to life in our festive window displays. Think of it as a sprinkle of Pret magic, featuring our famous (and delicious) Christmas menu, showcased in selected shops across the UK. And because sharing joy is what Christmas is all about, 50p from every Pret’s Christmas Lunch granary sandwich and Very Merry Lunch sandwich sold goes to support those affected by hunger, poverty and homelessness through The Pret Foundation. Pop by, enjoy our festive menu, and check out the displays – let’s #ShareTheJoy together this Christmas! Find out how you can support The Pret Foundation: https://lnkd.in/eMCWDC_C And check out my blog post: https://lnkd.in/efqmXbWS – Katherine Bagshawe, UK Food & Coffee Director ??

Incredibly proud of my UK-based ‘Service’ team here, at Pret A Manger. Yesterday, they won the award for the ‘Difference Makers’ at our Q4 IT Summit?? Here’s a cracking team photo of us all with our CIO, Amanda - congratulations, all! ???? ?? left to right: Amanda, Sean, Ibrokhim, Patryk, Deepanshu, Alejandro, Ricardo & Chris. #pret #careers #differencemakers

A thank you from me to everyone at Pret A Manger for all the hard work, dedication and joy to make this festive season a cracker! From the beautifully designed campaign and packaging, to the positivity from customers and media alike for our delicious Christmas Lunch Sandwich, Very Merry Lunch Sandwich and Boxing Day Toastie with many 5/5's! A Little Pret Star summed it up beautifully...'tayst perfikt'...

Love brewed right here at Pret! ??? A year ago, Juliet & Luke met in our Balham shop over their morning coffees, and what started with a flat white has turned into a latte love story. From chance smiles in the queue to a whirlwind of memories across continents, these two prove you never know where a Pret coffee might lead! To mark their one-year anniversary, we set up a Pret-iversary dinner at the very spot they first met. We’re beyond thrilled to be part of their journey and wish them all the love and coffee they can share in the years ahead. Here’s to finding love in the most unexpected places – one cup of coffee at a time. ?

?? A huge shoutout to Lenka and Marianna for both reaching 20 incredible years with Pret! ?? ? Lenka, Operations Manager – The heart of Waterloo. Leading with precision and serving smiles with a dash of determination and a sprinkle of strength, you’ve kept things running on time. Beyond your role, you also co-lead our Parents and Carers Belonging Group, creating a supportive space for so many. ? Marianna, General Manager – Our star at Cabot Place. You’ve always created an atmosphere where customers feel right at home. Here’s to many more years of success and taking Pret to new heights! ? Cheers to 20 years. Pret wouldn’t be the same without you both. ??

?? We’re honoured to have won Most Impactful Social Mobility Project at the 2024 Inclusion In Awards, powered by WiHTL & Diversity in Retail! ? Our Rising Stars programme helps those facing homelessness find stability through meaningful work at Pret. With training, travel support, and weekly groups, we’re committed to offering more than a job – it’s a fresh start. ? Thank you to our supporters and customers who makes this work possible! ??

???? Everybody knows the festive season doesn’t truly begin until Christmas sarnies hit the shops! Well, it may well be time to deck the halls because our festive menu is back and it’s as tantalising as you’d expect.????? Pret favourites are returning, including the legendary Pret’s Christmas Lunch Sandwich, as well as introducing new flavour combinations to add a dash of joy to the winter gloom with the launch the vegan friendly Very Merry Lunch Sandwich, the Brie & Caramelised Onion Toastie and the Chicken Festive Feast Sandwich, all freshly made in Pret’s shop kitchens every day for the best taste.?? ? Christmas is the season for giving and that’s why for every Christmas Lunch Sandwich and Very Merry Sandwich sold, 50p will be donated to The Pret Foundation, which works to alleviate hunger and homelessness by supporting grassroots charities across the UK via food donations, financial aid, and employment opportunities. "At Pret, we take great pride in pushing the boundaries of festive food innovation while staying true to our roots as the home of the Christmas sandwich," says Katherine Bagshawe, UK Food & Coffee Director. "Our team works tirelessly to create exciting new flavours, and we're thrilled to offer both returning classics and inventive new options, all freshly made every day to ensure the highest quality and taste." See more of our seasonal menu here: https://lnkd.in/eye3pPri

Today, we’re thrilled to be serving up freshly made food and organic coffee in two brand new locations in the UK! ?? Our latest franchise partner, Joup, has just opened the very first Pret shop in the beautiful Scottish town of Dundee! Just a short walk from the train station and local shopping centre, it’s perfectly placed for a warm welcome from Chloe and her team, who can’t wait to greet you with smiles all around. Meanwhile, on the sunny south coast, our partner Iceking Group has opened its ninth Pret shop, right in Eastbourne! Whether you’re headed to the beach or exploring the town, pop in to say hi to Abhi and his team - they’ll have the coffee ready ? ??

In The Standard 100 by The London Standard, among so many inspiring figures who shape London, our CEO, Pano Christou, is recognised for his leadership in our mission. ? This recognition truly reflects the dedication of our incredible teams at Pret and The Pret Foundation. Our people work hard to make a difference, and we want to extend our heartfelt thanks to our customers for their ongoing support. ? Since starting on the shop floor over two decades ago, Pano has led Pret by remaining true to our roots – freshly preparing our food in shop kitchens throughout the day with high-quality ingredients, brewing organic coffee, and giving the best service. ? At Pret, we believe in doing the right thing—a core value that guides everything we do. That’s why, at the end of each day, we donate as much of our unsold food as possible to those who need it most through The Pret Foundation. ? Together, we’re working towards a better future, thanks to the kindness, honesty, and generosity of our Pret team. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eTeC3zNV #Standard100 #TheLondonStandard

We are honoured to be featured in Prince William: We Can End Homelessness, a compelling new documentary airing this week. This powerful series shines a light on the urgent need to end homelessness and highlights the significant efforts of the Homeward programme, led by The Prince of Wales.? ? At The Pret Foundation, we’re deeply committed to this cause. Our Rising Stars programme provides training and employment to individuals experiencing or at risk of homelessness, helping them rebuild their lives. From tailored support to dedicated mentors, we offer a fresh start for those most in need. We’re proud to be expanding this initiative, aiming to welcome 500 more Rising Stars by 2028 as part of our growing partnership with Homewards.? ? Thank you Prince William, Fara Williams MBE,?and the entire Homewards team at The Royal Foundation of The Prince and Princess of Wales. ? For more information on our journey and mission, please read my blog post: https://lnkd.in/eTvCRJZ4 And support us here: https://lnkd.in/eMCWDC_C ? Nina, Global Head of The Pret Foundation Prince William: We Can End Homelessness airs 30th and 31st October at 9pm on ITV1 and ITVX, STV and STV Player? ? #Homewards?