89 Full Time jobs in Monmouth

? Beachley Barracks
? £14.65 per hour
⏱ 37.5 hours per week – Full Time
? 5 days over 7 (Shift rotation)

Shift Patterns:

• Monday to Friday: Early Shift 06:00–14:00 | Late Shift 10:00–18:00

• Weekend: 10:00–18:00

Meal Service Times:

• Weekdays: Breakfast 07:00–07:45 | Lunch 12:30–13:15 | Evening Meal 16:45–17:30

• Weekends: Brunch 10:00–12:30 | Evening Meal 16:45–17:30

Serving up to 120 Service Personnel daily .

ESS, part of Compass Group UK & Ireland, is recruiting a passionate and motivated Chef to join our dedicated team at Beachley Barracks. ESS provides specialist catering and support services to the Defence, Government, and Energy sectors, where we take pride in delivering exceptional food and hospitality in unique and rewarding environments.

This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your culinary skills, develop your career, and make a real difference in serving those who serve the nation.

As a Chef with ESS at Beachley Barracks, you will:

• Prepare delicious, high-quality meals for up to 120 service personnel

• Identify opportunities to enhance and improve our food service

• Create a welcoming and supportive kitchen environment for your team

• Support the delivery of our innovative food concepts

• Represent ESS and Compass Group UK & Ireland with professionalism and positivity

• Assist with ordering, stock control, and responsible food waste management

• Oversee kitchen cleaning duties to maintain hygiene standards

• Support with budgets and help meet financial targets

• Ensure compliance with Food Handling, Hygiene, and Health & Safety regulations

Our ideal Chef will:

• Hold an NVQ Level 1 & 2 or City & Guilds 706/1 and 2

• Hold a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

• Create a positive and supportive working environment

• Communicate effectively and build strong relationships

• Demonstrate ambition, initiative, and a passion for excellence

• Stay calm under pressure and make customer-focused decisions

• Show reliability, strong time management, and attention to detail

• Be passionate about great-tasting food and inspiring others

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

• Free meals
• Onsite free car parking
• Contributory pension scheme
• Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
• Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
• Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
• Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
• Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
• You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families

About Us

Part of Compass Group UK&I, ESS is the Defence, Government, and Energy services sector of Compass Group UK & Ireland. We support 250+ UK military establishments, high profile police, secure environments and government sites, along with a range of onshore and offshore facilities including platforms, drilling rigs, floatels and offices for the energy sector. We know that a friendly face makes all the difference, so we look for people who are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, at all levels, to join our teams.

Job Reference: com/0110/ / /SU #Defence

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!

We're currently recruiting a part time Cleaner to join our cleaning and facilities teams for Defence, contracted to 30 hours per week. As one of our dedicated Cleaners, you will help to deliver on our promise to always create the best and brightest experiences for our clients and customers. If you're a committed Cleaner looking for a role you'll shine in, we've got the position for you.

Here's an idea of what your shift pattern will be:

• Mon: Full-time (Days)
• Tues: Full-time (Days)
• Weds: Full-time (Days)
• Thurs: Full-time (Days)
• Fri: Full-time (Days)
• Sat:
• Sun:

Please note: This role is contracted to 50.2 weeks per year

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Working alongside our cleaning and facilities teams to keep environments safe and hygienic for every client and customer
• Dusting, sweeping, polishing, mopping, and vacuuming designated areas to a high standard
• Ensuring surface areas, floors, windows, and other touchpoints are sanitised regularly
• Performing additional cleaning duties as and when required, such as mopping up spillages quickly and efficiently
• Emptying and disposing of bin waste
• Monitoring and re-stocking cleaning supplies.

Our ideal Cleaner will:

• Have brilliant organisational skills and attention to detail
• Enjoy working in a hands-on role
• Have had cleaning experience in a similar role, although this is not essential
• Have a flexible approach to working

Part of Compass Group UK&I, ESS is the Defence, Government, and Energy services sector of Compass Group UK & Ireland. We support 250+ UK military establishments, high profile police, secure environments and government sites, along with a range of onshore and offshore facilities including platforms, drilling rigs, floatels and offices for the energy sector. We know that a friendly face makes all the difference, so we look for people who are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, at all levels, to join our teams.

Job Reference: com/1109/ / /BU #LI-DNP #Defence

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!

We're currently recruiting a full time Cleaner to join our cleaning and facilities teams for Defence, contracted to 37 hours per week. As one of our dedicated Cleaners, you will help to deliver on our promise to always create the best and brightest experiences for our clients and customers. If you're a committed Cleaner looking for a role you'll shine in, we've got the position for you.

Here's an idea of what your shift pattern will be:

• Mon: Full-time (Days)
• Tues: Full-time (Days)
• Weds: Full-time (Days)
• Thurs: Full-time (Days)
• Fri: Full-time (Days)
• Sat:
• Sun:

Please note: This role is contracted to 50 weeks per year

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Working alongside our cleaning and facilities teams to keep environments safe and hygienic for every client and customer
• Dusting, sweeping, polishing, mopping, and vacuuming designated areas to a high standard
• Ensuring surface areas, floors, windows, and other touchpoints are sanitised regularly
• Performing additional cleaning duties as and when required, such as mopping up spillages quickly and efficiently
• Emptying and disposing of bin waste
• Monitoring and re-stocking cleaning supplies.

Our ideal Cleaner will:

• Have brilliant organisational skills and attention to detail
• Enjoy working in a hands-on role
• Have had cleaning experience in a similar role, although this is not essential
• Have a flexible approach to working

Part of Compass Group UK&I, ESS is the Defence, Government, and Energy services sector of Compass Group UK & Ireland. We support 250+ UK military establishments, high profile police, secure environments and government sites, along with a range of onshore and offshore facilities including platforms, drilling rigs, floatels and offices for the energy sector. We know that a friendly face makes all the difference, so we look for people who are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, at all levels, to join our teams.

Job Reference: com/0209/ / /BU #LI-DNP #Defence

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!

• Lead and motivate a team of retail staff, fostering a positive and high-performing work environment.
• Drive store sales and profitability by implementing effective sales strategies and achieving targets.
• Ensure exceptional customer service standards are consistently met and exceeded.
• Manage store operations, including inventory control, visual merchandising, and compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Oversee staff scheduling, training, and development to build a skilled and engaged team.
• Manage store budgets and control expenses to maximise profitability.
• Maintain store presentation, ensuring a clean, organised, and appealing environment for customers.
• Handle customer enquiries and resolve any issues or complaints promptly and professionally.
• Conduct regular performance reviews for store staff and provide constructive feedback.
• Implement and maintain effective stock management systems to minimise shrinkage and ensure product availability.
• Represent the brand with professionalism and uphold its values at all times.
• Analyse sales data and market trends to identify opportunities for growth and improvement.

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We're currently recruiting a dedicated Cleaning Supervisor to help ensure the smooth running of the operations in Defence on a full time basis, contracted to 35 hours per week.

As a Cleaning Supervisor, you will use your skills to maintain a high standard of quality work. In return, you will have the chance to progress your career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.

Here's an idea of what your shift pattern will be:

• Mon: Full-time (Days)
• Tues: Full-time (Days)
• Weds: Full-time (Days)
• Thurs: Full-time (Days)
• Fri: Full-time (Days)
• Sat:
• Sun:

Please note: This role is contracted to 50 weeks per year

Are you willing to learn new skills? Here's what you need to know before applying with Compass Group UK&I:

Your key responsibilities may include:

• Ensuring all deliveries are checked and stored promptly and correctly
• Supervising a team, creating a positive environment where the team feel welcomed and supported
• Being a responsible key holder
• Assisting with weekly bookwork and any other duties that are necessary
• Producing weekly rotas following the manager's guidelines
• Placing orders for stock to maintain the correct stock levels
• Delegating where necessary and ensuring the team are proactive at all times
• Complying with Food Handling & Hygiene standards
• Complying with Health & Safety regulations

Our ideal Cleaning Supervisor will:

• Previous experience supervising frontline teams within a similar environment
• Good communication skills with a focus on great Customer Service
• Team player and can-do attitude
• Ability to work under pressure whilst maintaining a positive attitude

Part of Compass Group UK&I, ESS is the Defence, Government, and Energy services sector of Compass Group UK & Ireland. We support 250+ UK military establishments, high profile police, secure environments and government sites, along with a range of onshore and offshore facilities including platforms, drilling rigs, floatels and offices for the energy sector. We know that a friendly face makes all the difference, so we look for people who are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, at all levels, to join our teams.

Job Reference: com/1609/ / /BU #Defence

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!

We're currently recruiting a full time Cleaner to join our cleaning and facilities teams for Defence, contracted to 40 hours per week. As one of our dedicated Cleaners, you will help to deliver on our promise to always create the best and brightest experiences for our clients and customers. If you're a committed Cleaner looking for a role you'll shine in, we've got the position for you.

Here's an idea of what your shift pattern will be:

• Mon: Full-time (Days)
• Tues: Full-time (Days)
• Weds: Full-time (Days)
• Thurs: Full-time (Days)
• Fri: Full-time (Days)
• Sat:
• Sun:

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Working alongside our cleaning and facilities teams to keep environments safe and hygienic for every client and customer
• Dusting, sweeping, polishing, mopping, and vacuuming designated areas to a high standard
• Ensuring surface areas, floors, windows, and other touchpoints are sanitised regularly
• Performing additional cleaning duties as and when required, such as mopping up spillages quickly and efficiently
• Emptying and disposing of bin waste
• Monitoring and re-stocking cleaning supplies.

Our ideal Cleaner will:

• Have brilliant organisational skills and attention to detail
• Enjoy working in a hands-on role
• Have had cleaning experience in a similar role, although this is not essential
• Have a flexible approach to working

Part of Compass Group UK&I, ESS is the Defence, Government, and Energy services sector of Compass Group UK & Ireland. We support 250+ UK military establishments, high profile police, secure environments and government sites, along with a range of onshore and offshore facilities including platforms, drilling rigs, floatels and offices for the energy sector. We know that a friendly face makes all the difference, so we look for people who are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, at all levels, to join our teams.

Job Reference: com/1509/ / /R/BU #LI-DNP #Defence

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!

We're currently recruiting a dedicated General Labourer to help ensure the smooth running of the operations in Defence on a full time basis, contracted to 37.5 hours per week.

As a General Labourer, you will use your skills to maintain a high standard of quality work. In return, you will have the chance to progress your career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.

Could you bring your spark to Defence? Here's what you need to know before applying:

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Goose Poo clean up – At ground level only
• Cleaning of outdoor furniture / paint when required (yearly)
• Escort duties for external contractors – when required
• Single Item furniture moves
• Replacement of Fire Extinguishers when required
• Removal and storage of locker clothing when required
• Communal Area tidy up
• Red bag disposal

Our ideal General Labourer will:

• Able to speak & understand English

• Able to work flexibly in line with business requirements

• Able to undertake a range of manual cleaning duties

• Follows the right procedures and challenges unsafe behaviour

• Is positive and proud of doing a great job

• Shares knowledge and experience with other team members

Part of Compass Group UK&I, ESS is the Defence, Government, and Energy services sector of Compass Group UK & Ireland. We support 250+ UK military establishments, high profile police, secure environments and government sites, along with a range of onshore and offshore facilities including platforms, drilling rigs, floatels and offices for the energy sector. We know that a friendly face makes all the difference, so we look for people who are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, at all levels, to join our teams.

Job Reference: com/0809/ / /WJ #Defence

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!

Job Opportunity: Site Executive Chef
Location: Abbey Wood | Full Driving Licence Required
Full Time |  Salary: £40,000 Per Annum

Are you an experienced catering leader with a passion for food, service, and people? We’re looking for a Executive Chef to lead food operations across multiple outlets, ensuring high standards, customer satisfaction, and compliance with safety and contractual requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage catering operations across multiple kitchens and hospitality services
• Ensure food safety, health & safety compliance, and cleanliness across all sites
• Deliver consistent food quality and service, meeting client expectations
• Oversee stock, equipment, staffing, and labour planning
• Recruit, train, and develop catering teams and apprentices
• Maintain budget control, manage suppliers, and drive continuous improvement
• Role model company values and support innovation in menu development

What We’re Looking For:

• Minimum 2 years in a Head Chef or similar leadership role
• Proven ability to manage teams and deliver against budgets
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Strong IT skills and understanding of compliance procedures
• Passion for food, service excellence, and team development
• Flexible, self-motivated, and hands-on approach

Desirable:

• Experience managing multiple outlets
• Advanced Food Hygiene qualification
• Menu development and innovation experience
• Membership of a professional body (e.g., Craft Guild of Chefs)

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

• Contributory pension scheme
• Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
• Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
• Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
• Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
• Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
• You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families

About Us

Part of Compass Group UK&I, ESS is the Defence, Government, and Energy services sector of Compass Group UK & Ireland. We support 250+ UK military establishments, high profile police, secure environments and government sites, along with a range of onshore and offshore facilities including platforms, drilling rigs, floatels and offices for the energy sector. We know that a friendly face makes all the difference, so we look for people who are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, at all levels, to join our teams.

Job Reference: com/0909/ / /SU #Defence

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!