About us
Signature Pubs Group is one of Scotland’s most exciting names in hospitality. Established in 2003, the group has grown steadily over the last two decades and now operates more than 20 venues across Scotland, including stylish bars, boutique hotels, restaurants and even its own brewery.
If you are looking for flexible student work or a long-term career in hospitality, Signature has plenty to offer.
About the Company
From the award-winning Kyloe steak restaurant in Edinburgh to lively city-centre pubs such as Cold Town House, The Spiritualist and Badger & Co, Signature Pubs Group has developed a reputation for creating unique venues with strong identities.
The company employs more than 650 staff across Scotland and was recognised as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work in 2024.
The business places a strong emphasis on values such as excellence, leadership, inclusion, accountability and fun. This approach is designed to ensure staff feel part of a supportive, forward-looking workplace while customers enjoy memorable experiences.
Opportunities for Students
Signature Pubs Group offers a variety of roles that can suit students at different stages of study.
Part time bar and waiting jobs provide valuable income alongside your study commitments, while flexible shift patterns make it easier to balance work with lectures and exams. For anyone keen on gaining kitchen experience, commis chef and kitchen assistant posts can provide hands-on training.
The company also has structured career development programmes. Students and recent graduates who want to pursue a career in hospitality can take advantage of training schemes that prepare them for supervisor and management roles.
Apprenticeships and specialist training opportunities are also available for people looking to build long-term careers.
Benefits & Work Culture
Signature Pubs Group promotes a friendly and engaging workplace. Benefits include discounts of up to 50 per cent off food and drink, flexible working hours and even an additional day of holiday to celebrate your birthday. Tips and bonus schemes mean that many staff also enjoy additional earnings on top of their basic pay.
What makes the group stand out is its culture. The company highlights caring, accountability and inclusion, but it also makes sure that fun is part of the mix. Staff are encouraged to enjoy themselves at work and feel proud of being part of an award-winning Scottish business.
Why Work Here?
For students, Signature Pubs Group offers a great balance: casual work that fits around studies, plus opportunities to develop transferable skills in customer service, teamwork and communication.
For anyone who wants to pursue hospitality as a career, the chance to grow within one of Scotland’s leading independent operators is a great prospect.