© Licensed to London News Pictures. 22/04/2013. London, UK Pret A Manger stores in Piccadilly London today 22nd April 2013. Sandwich chain Pret A Manger has said it plans to create at least 500 new jobs in the UK this year, as part of a plan to add 1,000 new staff worldwide. Its announcement came as it reported a 17% rise in profits to £61.1m in 2012, with sales also up by 17% to £443m.. Photo credit : Stephen Simpson/LNP