5 reasons to consider pub jobs for students

A pub job at Greene King could be the recipe for your best summer yet. Pubs employ more young people than ever before, and we’re no different. From flexible hours to fit around your busy schedule to the invaluable skills you’ll gain, there is a lot more to the part-time pub job experience than meets the eye. 

We get student life. That’s why our student pub jobs are designed to give you everything you need, without getting in the way of those all-important studies. At Greene King, we’ve been part of the community for generations and our jobs give you the opportunity to get involved in that. 

From a fun and friendly environment to invaluable experiences that’ll live long beyond the summer, here’s five top reasons to make Greene King your hottest summer destination. 

1. You Don’t Need Experience To Get Experience

Worried about applying for a pub job with no experience? Don’t be. From day one, you’ll get all the training you need to feel confident, capable, and ready to make a great impression on our guests. 

Whether you are interested in our bar or waiting staff jobs, you can learn everything from pouring the perfect pint, to delivering brilliant customer service and working as part of a team. These are skills you can carry into whatever you do next. 

We win, learn, and celebrate together and this is one of the values that defines us. This value looks like learning from your teammates, evolving, and adapting with the business. You’ll always have the support you need to try new things and improve every day.

2. Real Career Progression

Our student pub jobs don’t just help to pay for the next night out (although it can definitely do that too). It can be a stepping stone to a future full of opportunities. 12% of the UK work in hospitality and there’s plenty of rewarding career paths to go down. 

Once you find your feet, the options are endless. You can take advantage of our awesome Apprenticeships after you’ve finished school or university, explore new career opportunities in our Head Office, or if you enjoy the lively atmosphere of the pub, you can progress to pub management roles. 

Whatever your desired career path, we can help you to get there with our support and training. 

3. Make New Friends and Build Connections That Last

Don’t underestimate the fun factor in this job. One of the best parts of working in a pub is the people. In every Greene King pub up and down the country, you’ll find a welcoming team, loyal regulars, and new faces walking through the door every day. 

From the moment you put on your uniform, you’re part of a community. Between everyday laughs and team wins, you can spend the summer building friendships that often go beyond the job itself with people who are on your wavelength. 

Our culture is deeply rooted in friendships, relationships and camaraderie. It's our teams who help keep this culture alive and are the reason our customers come back time and time again. 

4. Flexible Hours That Work Around You

We were students once too! We understand your schedules can be a whirlwind of lectures, making time for your friends and family, for yourself, and for studying. But don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. 

Our pub jobs are flexible which means we offer shifts that fit around your schedule, giving you the freedom to earn whilst having time for your other commitments. 

A pub job with Greene King means you’ll strike the perfect balance between working hard and playing hard.

Customers visit our pubs, restaurants, and hotels to enjoy memorable and fun experiences. This is no different for our teams. We want you to have fun and enjoy the lively atmosphere and social nature of the work.

5. A fun, social place to work

Coming to work should feel good. At Greene King, we create working environments that are full of energy, warmth, and good vibes. We believe working in a pub is the perfect summer job thanks to the buzz of working shoulder to shoulder with a great team.

There’s also plenty of perks to help make the summer even better. You’ll get 33% off food and drink at our restaurants and pubs, half-price hotel stays, and a 15% discount for your nearest and dearest for those well-earned post-work pints with your pals. 

See where a student pub job could take you 

Ready to work in a pub this summer? With opportunities all over the UK, Greene King has a place for you. Our student pub jobs are all about building confidence, gaining skills, and having some fun, on pint (or plate) at a time.

Ready to shake things up? Join our team at Greene King and explore our pub jobs.