The Salford pub where the incredible list of staff perks includes £2,000 holidays

Unsurprisingly, the benefits mean staff retention is high18:06, 12 Jul 2026The hospitality industry isn't exactly known for its perks. Working unsociable hours in often uncomfortable temperatures, it's no surprise that places struggle to recruit.‌But there's one pub that has people champing at the bit to work there and it's Coal & Cotton in Boothstown, Salford, known for producing its own hand-crafted Boothstown Gin.‌It first shared its list of staff perks publicly after the pandemic, when the hospitality sector was suffering from severe staff shortages. With EU workers leaving after Brexit and people getting a taste of life away from the industry during lockdown, it meant vacancy rates were higher than ever.‌Click here to keep up to date with the latest Family news in our newsletterSince