Careers

Chester Zoo employs around 300 core employees. We are currently a major employer in the Chester Area. In addition we have approximately 160 employees who join us for seasonal employment. The majority of our employees are recruited locally.

Chester Zoo provides a diverse range of opportunities encompassing a wide range of skills including Animal Keepers, Catering, Education and Commercial jobs.

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  Job Vacancies

  As a significant employer we often have job vacancies for both permanent and temporary positions.

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  Work Placement

  Many of the Zoo's departments offer work placements for the under 16s each year.
  

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