The pub lunch: a time-honoured tradition that’s been slowly strangled by corporate wellness memos and caffeine-fuelled productivity hacks. But don’t be fooled—there are still jobs where a pub lunch is acceptable, even celebrated. These professions have held onto the noble practice of knocking back a pint at midday, keeping the spirit of camaraderie and relaxation alive.

Here’s a rundown of the jobs where a pub lunch is acceptable and even celebrated.