Does ESS sponsor Skilled Worker visas?
Yes — ???£ ESS LTD holds a UK sponsor licence.
It appears on the UK Home Office register of licensed sponsors (checked against the register download of 2026-07-26). A licence means the employer can sponsor eligible hires — it is not a guarantee that any particular vacancy comes with sponsorship, so always confirm with the employer for the specific role.
ESS is currently hiring on FindSponsorJobs across Hospitality & Catering (31).
Live ESS roles
Barista
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Kingswear, Dartmouth
We're currently recruiting a driven Barista to help us create beautifully crafted drinks for Defence on a part time basis, contracted to 28 hours per week. As a Barista, you will use your skills to deliver first-class service and perfectly crafted coffees to our customers. You'll get given every opportunity to progress within a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewa
Senior Retail Supervisor Cafe Bar
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High Lanes, Newquay
We're currently recruiting a dedicated Cafe Supervisor 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 Cafe 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
Chef
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Exton, Exeter
As a Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and serving the kind of food that truly brightens our clients' and customers' days, all within the market-leading food service company in the UK. You'll get given every opportunity to progress within 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 you
Head Chef
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UK
Head Chef - Buckley Barracks, Chippenham Salary: £36,000 per annum Location: Buckley Barracks, Chippenham Hours: 40 hours per week, predominantly Monday to Friday with occasional weekend functions Bring your passion, creativity, and leadership to Compass Group, where you'll play a key role in delivering fresh, nutritious, high-quality food to Junior Ranks and the Combined Mess at Buckley Barracks. As
Chef
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Welby, Melton Mowbray
We're currently recruiting an ambitious Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Defence on a part time basis contracted to 15 hours per week. As a Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and serving the kind of food that truly brightens our clients' and customers' days, all within the market-leading food service company in the UK. You'll get given every opportunity to progress
Catering Assistant
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Chicksands, Shefford
As a Catering Assistant, you'll be part of a dynamic, fast-paced team, contributing to a positive and friendly work environment. The role offers numerous opportunities for growth within a company that values individuality and invests in its employees. Your hard work will be recognised and rewarded, making it an excellent chance to advance in a supportive setting. Here's an idea of what your shift p
Catering Assistant
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Ryton On Dunsmore, Warwickshire
As a Catering Assistant, you'll be part of a dynamic, fast-paced team, contributing to a positive and friendly work environment. The role offers numerous opportunities for growth within a company that values individuality and invests in its employees. Your hard work will be recognised and rewarded, making it an excellent chance to advance in a supportive setting. Here's an idea of what your shift p
Catering Assistant
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Houghton, Huntingdon
As a Catering Assistant, you'll be part of a dynamic, fast-paced team, contributing to a positive and friendly work environment. The role offers numerous opportunities for growth within a company that values individuality and invests in its employees. Your hard work will be recognised and rewarded, making it an excellent chance to advance in a supportive setting. Here's an idea of what your shift p
Cafe Manager
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Birmingham, West Midlands
Cafe Manager Location: HS2 Curzon Street Construction Site, Birmingham Salary: £31300 per annum Monday to Friday 7:00am - 3:30pm No evening or weekend work required. We're recruiting an experienced and passionate Café Manager to lead the day-to-day operation of our busy site canteen based at the HS2 Curzon Street development in Birmingham. This is a hands-on role for a strong leader who can deliver ex
Chef
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Watchfield, Swindon
We're currently recruiting an ambitious Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Defence on a full time basis contracted to 36.25 hours per week. As a Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and serving the kind of food that truly brightens our clients' and customers' days, all within the market-leading food service company in the UK. You'll get given every opportunity to progre
Chef
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Saltersford, Grantham
We're currently recruiting an ambitious Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Defence on a full time basis contracted to 37.5 hours per week. As a Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and serving the kind of food that truly brightens our clients' and customers' days, all within the market-leading food service company in the UK. You'll get given every opportunity to progres
Chef De Partie
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Watchfield, Swindon
We're currently recruiting an ambitious Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Defence on a full time basis contracted to 36.25 hours per week. As a Chef De Partie, you will be responsible for preparing and serving the kind of food that truly brightens our clients' and customers' days, all within the market-leading food service company in the UK. You'll get given every opportunity
Cook
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Carrick Castle, Lochgoilhead
We're currently recruiting a passionate Cook to bring the flavour to Defence on a full time basis, contracted to 35 hours per week. As a Cook, you will support our talented culinary teams in preparing and serving the delicious food we're known for! You'll help to keep our clients and customers smiling with dining experiences that align with popular tastes and dietary requirements, and in return, y
Head Chef
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Northville, Bristol
Head Chef MOD Abbey Wood, Bristol Monday to Friday 06:30-15:30 40 Hours per Week Salary: £40,319 per annum Full UK Driving Licence and 5 Years UK Residency Required We're looking for an experienced Head Chef to lead a large-scale catering operation at MOD Abbey Wood. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate culinary leader to oversee multiple catering outlets, hospitality services, and support
Kitchen Assistant
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Boscombe Down, Amesbury
We're looking for a motivated and passionate Kitchen Assistant who will be the heart of our operation for Defence on a full time basis, contracted to 40 hours per week. You'll join a team that takes a real pride in what they do, in their food, in their brand but most of all pride in their people. You'll get given every opportunity to progress within a company that invests in its people, celebrates
Chef Manager
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Hazlehead, Aberdeen
Chef Manager - CHC Scotia Salary: £37,615 per annum Hours: 40 hours per week (primarily Monday-Friday) Shift Pattern: Early starts from 05:00 - approx. 14:00 (Additional hours and occasional weekends required to support operational delays) About the Role We're looking for a strong, reliable, and committed Chef Manager to lead the catering operation at CHC Scotia. This is a great opportunity for a han
Chef De Partie
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Watchfield, Swindon
We're currently recruiting an ambitious Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Defence on a full time basis contracted to 36.25 hours per week. As a Chef De Partie, you will be responsible for preparing and serving the kind of food that truly brightens our clients' and customers' days, all within the market-leading food service company in the UK. You'll get given every opportunity
Catering Assistant
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Brecon, Powys
As a Catering Assistant, you'll be part of a dynamic, fast-paced team, contributing to a positive and friendly work environment. The role offers numerous opportunities for growth within a company that values individuality and invests in its employees. Your hard work will be recognised and rewarded, making it an excellent chance to advance in a supportive setting. Please note: This role is contracte
Hospitality Manager
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Bassingbourn, Royston
Hospitality Manager Bassingbourn Barracks ESS Defence Are you an experienced hospitality, catering, or Soft FM leader looking for your next challenge? ESS Defence is seeking a Hospitality Manager to lead the delivery of high-quality accommodation, catering, housekeeping, bar, and hospitality services within a busy military environment. In this varied and rewarding role, you'll take full responsibilit
Chef
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Beachley, Chepstow
We're currently recruiting an ambitious Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Defence on a full time basis contracted to 37.5 hours per week. As a Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and serving the kind of food that truly brightens our clients' and customers' days, all within the market-leading food service company in the UK. You'll get given every opportunity to progress
Chef De Partie
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Cottesmore, Oakham
We're currently recruiting an ambitious Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Defence on a full time basis contracted to 40 hours per week. As a Chef De Partie, you will be responsible for preparing and serving the kind of food that truly brightens our clients' and customers' days, all within the market-leading food service company in the UK. You'll get given every opportunity to
Chef De Partie
ESS
Beachley, Chepstow
We're currently recruiting an ambitious Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Defence on a full time basis contracted to 37.5 hours per week. As a Chef De Partie, you will be responsible for preparing and serving the kind of food that truly brightens our clients' and customers' days, all within the market-leading food service company in the UK. You'll get given every opportunity
Barista
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Lulworth Camp, Wareham
We're currently recruiting a driven Barista to help us create beautifully crafted drinks for Defence on a part time basis, contracted to 16 hours per week. As a Barista, you will use your skills to deliver first-class service and perfectly crafted coffees to our customers. You'll get given every opportunity to progress within a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewa
Chef
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Barnstaple, Devon
We're currently recruiting an ambitious Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Defence on a full time basis contracted to 35 hours per week. As a Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and serving the kind of food that truly brightens our clients' and customers' days, all within the market-leading food service company in the UK. You'll get given every opportunity to progress
Barista
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Northville, Bristol
We're currently recruiting a driven Barista to help us create beautifully crafted drinks for Defence on a full time basis, contracted to 35 hours per week. As a Barista, you will use your skills to deliver first-class service and perfectly crafted coffees to our customers. You'll get given every opportunity to progress within a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewa
Barista
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Northville, Bristol
We're currently recruiting a driven Barista to help us create beautifully crafted drinks for Defence on a full time basis, contracted to 35 hours per week. As a Barista, you will use your skills to deliver first-class service and perfectly crafted coffees to our customers. You'll get given every opportunity to progress within a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewa
Sous Chef
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Saltersford, Grantham
Sous Chef - Prince William of Gloucester Barracks Location: Prince William of Gloucester Barracks Salary: £30,200 per annum (based on 37.5 hours per week) Hours: 37.5 per week Working Pattern: 5 days over 7, between 6am and 8pm (rota basis) About the Role We are looking for a talented and driven Sous Chef to join our catering team within a professional Defence environment. This is an exciting opportunit
Catering General Assistant
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Blackhills, Peterhead
As a Catering Assistant, you'll be part of a dynamic, fast-paced team, contributing to a positive and friendly work environment. The role offers numerous opportunities for growth within a company that values individuality and invests in its employees. Your hard work will be recognised and rewarded, making it an excellent chance to advance in a supportive setting. Please note: This role is contracte
Chef
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Ayot St. Peter, Welwyn
We're currently recruiting an ambitious Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Defence on a full time basis contracted to 40 hours per week. As a Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and serving the kind of food that truly brightens our clients' and customers' days, all within the market-leading food service company in the UK. You'll get given every opportunity to progress w
Kitchen Assistant
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Ayot St. Peter, Welwyn
We're looking for a motivated and passionate Kitchen Assistant who will be the heart of our operation for Defence on a full time basis, contracted to 35 hours per week. You'll join a team that takes a real pride in what they do, in their food, in their brand but most of all pride in their people. You'll get given every opportunity to progress within a company that invests in its people, celebrates
Chef Manager
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Blackhills, Peterhead
Chef Manager - Netherton (Peterhead) ESS - Onshore Location: Netherton, Peterhead Salary: Competitive Salary Benefits Start Date: Site mobilisation planned for early September Join Compass Group and Lead an Exciting New Mobilisation Compass Group, the UK's leading food and support services provider, is seeking an experienced and passionate Chef Manager to lead the catering operation at a new onshore