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Cook / Chef

Location: Longmoor Camp

Salary: £32,900 per annum

Hours: 40 hours per week, 5 days over 7 (early & late shifts between 5am and 6.30pm) - Overtime hours available

About the Role

We're looking for a passionate and reliable Cook/Chef to join our catering team at Longmoor Camp. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your culinary career in a busy, structured environment.

Working with a supportive team, you'll play a key role in delivering nutritious, high-quality meals that make a real impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve fresh, high-quality meals across breakfast, lunch, and dinner services
• Support day-to-day kitchen operations in a fast-paced environment
• Maintain high standards of food hygiene, safety, and cleanliness
• Follow recipes, portion control, and service specifications
• Work collaboratively with the wider team to deliver a smooth service
• Represent ESS with a positive and professional approach

What You'll Get

• Training and development opportunities
• Free meals on shift
• Free on site parking
• Uniform provided
• Site closed over Christmas
• Pension and life assurance
• Access to wellbeing support (Digital GP, mental health, financial support)
• Discounts and recognition schemes
• Stable, supportive team environment
• Contributory pension scheme
• Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
• Digital GP and wider healthcare benefits for you and your immediate family
• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia,
• Discounts on food shop with Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets
• Cash rewards for spend
• Free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
• Share discounts and offers with friends and family

What We're Looking For

• Kitchen or food preparation experience required
• A genuine passion for food and strong attention to detail
• Teamwork and communication skills
• Ability to thrive in a structured, high-volume environment
• Reliable, flexible, and committed to high standards
• A positive, hands on attitude