The site, located between junction five and six on the M25, first opened for business on 21st July 1993 and celebrated the milestone with a themed party reflecting on the last three decades.
Nicola Standing was one of the first employees in 1993, who started on just £3.72 an hour. She progressed to become a senior team leader before moving into production. She said: “It has been nothing but an absolute pleasure being a part of the Roadchef family for the last 30 years.
“When I first started, we offered a Juggernauts café for truckers, an en-route continental café food, and a retail shop – it was an old-fashioned cafeteria where you would push your tray around collecting food as you go.
“I’ve thoroughly enjoyed working with such dedicated staff, many of whom have become friends for life. I appreciate all the wonderful opportunities that Roadchef has given me which truly have made my experience so enjoyable.”