Urban Pubs & Bars was founded in 2014 by Nick Pring and Malcolm Heap and has since expanded to an estate of 20 pubs, bars and restaurants across London, including the recent acquisition of the Salt Yard Group.
Our ethos focuses on acquiring the best sites and recruiting exceptional operators who are as passionate about food and drink as we are. Establishing the right offer and investing in the right areas is key, and devoting time and attention to the team that operate those sites is a major part of that investment.
In 2018 Urban Pubs & Bars was ranked number 28 in the Sunday Times Virgin Atlantic Fast Track 100 list, recognising Britain's private companies with the fastest-growing sales. The Company was then nominated for 2 Publican Awards in 2020, winning the award for ‘Best Managed Pub Company (2-50 sites)’ on the night.
" Working in Greene King Urban Pubs is waaayy more than just pouring pints, in fact; we’re actually looking for people who can pour happiness… It’s our company mission! We try not to take ourselves too seriously, except for when it comes to customer service… we’re committed to showing the best of hospitality by creating amazing experiences that our customers are fanatical about! For us, it’s our people that make our pubs special (although we do have some pretty amazing pubs!), and we believe our team makes our pubs special simply by being themselves! If you want to join us in creating amazing customer experiences, whilst having a load of fun along the way… Then what are you waiting for? We can’t wait to hear from you! (We’re sure you’ll soon be saying to yourself: “why would I work anywhere else?”)"Jess Evans, Urban Pubs, Fast paced and rewarding
I have built a career with Greene King over the past 6 years. A leading force in hospitality, they have helped me broaden my knowledge and become a Manager. Greene King has become my family… Greene King is my home!
Wendy, General Manager
Greene King is my home!
I have built a career with Greene King over the past 6 years. A leading force in hospitality, they have helped me broaden my knowledge and become a Manager. Greene King has become my family… Greene King is my home!
Working for Greene King has been an exciting journey, working with a great team who are enthusiastic, supportive and always willing to go the extra mile for not only the customers but each other. Greene King is a very friendly, open and honest company that is always there to give you advice and support whenever needed, with great training opportunities to advance your career.
Emi, Team Member
A great team who are enthusiastic, supportive and always willing to go the extra mile
Working for Greene King has been an exciting journey, working with a great team who are enthusiastic, supportive and always willing to go the extra mile for not only the customers but each other. Greene King is a very friendly, open and honest company that is always there to give you advice and support whenever needed, with great training opportunities to advance your career.
Working for Greene King has always been great! It shaped me as a person and has given me so many opportunities for progression throughout the company. The support you get is priceless!
Will, Kitchen Manager
The support you get is priceless!
Working for Greene King has always been great! It shaped me as a person and has given me so many opportunities for progression throughout the company. The support you get is priceless!
