Live where you work: Why Greene King’s live-in jobs are a game-changer
What is a live-in role? We hear you ask. Well, let us tell you all about the live-in jobs at Greene King along with the benefits of working in such a way and how to apply to the roles we’ve got on offer!
What is the meaning of a live-in job?
At Greene King, we’ve got a bunch of pubs where live-in accommodation is an option, but what does this mean exactly?
First, things first, live-in jobs aren’t just exclusive to the hospitality industry, oh no! There are several other sectors where having your team on-site for longer periods is beneficial, including healthcare and education.
When we’re just talking about hospitality, a live-in job basically means that a team member lives and stays on-site at the property they work at in employer-provided accommodation, for Greene King, you would be staying at our pubs!
Some common live-in jobs in hospitality are for Chefs, Pub Managers, and Housekeepers.
Keep reading to find out just why a live-in job could be your next career move.
The benefits of live-in jobs at Greene King
You might be looking to relocate, or you might fancy keeping your commute to a minimum, whatever your reason, there are plenty of reasons to work in a live-in role, for example:
- Reduced living costs in terms of meals and utilities
- Fostering closer connections with your team and our regulars
- Work-life integration
- Job security and advancement opportunities
- And of course, as with any role at Greene King, access to our comprehensive employee benefits!
Live-in Chef jobs
We offer a number of different live-in Chef jobs, from Head Chef to Sous Chef, there’s something for everyone.
At Greene King, our live-in Chefs are masters at managing kitchen operations, they’re no strangers to taking the reins in the kitchen. They plan and prepare meals in line with our pub menus while ensuring they’ve got their eye on health and food safety standards at all times.
Living on-site means they’re available for flexible shifts and they know the pub inside out. Leading the team and focusing on crafting a warm, welcoming, and community-focused environment are also at the top of their to-do lists!
Live-in Pub Manager jobs
Whether you’re after a live-in Pub Manager or Assistant Manager position, here’s what you can expect:
- You’ll be at the heart of our management team who are responsible for the smooth running of our pubs.
- You’ll always lead by example, making sure both the customers and the team are having the best of times.
- You’re crucial to the success of the pub and you know a thing or two about bringing our brand to life while acting as a role model.
- You’ve got a keen eye for small details, are great with people, and at handling fast-paced situations.
Live where you work: browse our live-in jobs today
Now you’ve heard all about life in a live-in role at Greene King, hopefully, you’ve got a solid understanding of what a live-in job looks like!
Browse our open roles today or read our blog for more hospitality career insights.
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