Cook & Chef Job Vacancies in England Care Homes & Care Settings

Posted 12 hours ago Care home Chef/Cook

North Shields, Tyne & Wear 

The Old Vicarage Care Home
  • Full Time
  • competitive overtime rates
  • £13.11 per hour

Posted 16 hours ago Cook (Part-Time)

New Milton, Hampshire 

Barton Lodge Care Home
  • Part Time
  • £14.51 - 14.51 per hour

Part-Time Cook – Barton Lodge Care Home 20 Hours per week – Thursday and Friday one week then Saturday and Sunday the next week (Also to help out covering holidays and sickness) £14.51 per hour 8am - 6pm Barton-on-Sea, New Milton We are currently looking for a Cook to join our Care home based in a family-run Residential home in Barton-on-Sea. What’s on Offer? Competitive rates of pay and benefits...

Posted 21 hours ago Cook/Chef

Portsmouth, Hampshire 

Cosham Court
  • Full Time

Prepare menus and agree them with the Service Users and the Manager, including any service user preferences, special diets and specific foods as needed. Prepare and serve all meals in a timely manner. To order enough supplies for the catering operation from specified suppliers for the catering operation from the specified suppliers using company procedures and maintain strict control over costs. Operate...

Posted 22 hours ago Head Chef

Wetherby, West Yorkshire 

HC-One
  • Full Time
  • £16.20 to £16.80 per hour

As a Head Chef at HC-One, kindness is at the heart of everything you do. It’s a quality that touches every part of life in our Dementia, Nursing, Residential, and Specialist care homes. Everyone who works here understands that our Residents are individuals, each with their own life stories – and by joining HC-One, you’ll have the opportunity to give something meaningful back to them through your care...

Posted 22 hours ago Chef

St Helens, Merseyside 

HC-One
  • Full Time
  • £15.05 to £15.65 per hour

At HC-One, kindness is at the heart of everything we do. We are looking for a dedicated Chef who can bring their skills and passion for food into our care home kitchen. You’ll play a vital role in preparing and serving wholesome, homemade meals that not only meet nutritional needs but also bring comfort and enjoyment to our Residents every day. About You You will be an experienced cook with a recognised...

Posted 22 hours ago Chef

Stockport, Greater Manchester 

HC-One
  • Full Time
  • £15.05 to £15.65 per hour

At HC-One, kindness is at the heart of everything we do. We are looking for a dedicated Chef who can bring their skills and passion for food into our care home kitchen. You’ll play a vital role in preparing and serving wholesome, homemade meals that not only meet nutritional needs but also bring comfort and enjoyment to our Residents every day. About You You will be an experienced cook with a recognised...

Posted 22 hours ago Head Chef

Newark-on-Trent, Nottinghamshire 

HC-One
  • Full Time
  • £16.20 to £16.80 per hour

As a Head Chef at HC-One, kindness is at the heart of everything you do. It’s a quality that touches every part of life in our Dementia, Nursing, Residential, and Specialist care homes. Everyone who works here understands that our Residents are individuals, each with their own life stories – and by joining HC-One, you’ll have the opportunity to give something meaningful back to them through your care...

Posted 22 hours ago Chef

Derby, Derbyshire 

HC-One
  • Full Time
  • £14.55 to £15.15 per hour

At HC-One, kindness is at the heart of everything we do. We are looking for a dedicated Chef who can bring their skills and passion for food into our care home kitchen. You’ll play a vital role in preparing and serving wholesome, homemade meals that not only meet nutritional needs but also bring comfort and enjoyment to our Residents every day. About You You will be an experienced cook with a recognised...

Posted 22 hours ago Chef de Partie

Barnet, London 

Avery Healthcare Group
  • Full Time
  • £15.45 per hour

Package Description: At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and we’re here to celebrate and support you every step of the way. When you join us, you’ll be making a positive impact on residents’ lives every day – your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. We’re committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive...

Posted 22 hours ago Chef - Bank

Hayling Island, Hampshire 

Barchester Healthcare Ltd
  • Full Time
  • £16.25 per hour

Are you a qualified chef looking to work with fresh seasonal food, with the opportunity to have more of a work life balance and make what you do matter? Working as a Bank Chef at Barchester, you will have the chance to deliver hotel/restaurant standards without the split shifts and long weeks. You will assist the Head Chef in creating nutritious, flavoursome and well balanced menus whilst working...

Posted 22 hours ago Chef - Bank

Oxted, Surrey 

Barchester Healthcare Ltd
  • Full Time
  • £18.48 per hour

Are you a qualified chef looking to work with fresh seasonal food, with the opportunity to have more of a work life balance and make what you do matter? Working as a Bank Chef at Barchester, you will have the chance to deliver hotel/restaurant standards without the split shifts and long weeks. You will assist the Head Chef in creating nutritious, flavoursome and well balanced menus whilst working...

Posted 22 hours ago Chef - Bank

Herne Bay, Kent 

Barchester Healthcare Ltd
  • Full Time
  • Up to £19.15 per hour

Are you a qualified chef looking to work with fresh seasonal food, with the opportunity to have more of a work life balance and make what you do matter? Working as a Bank Chef at Barchester, you will have the chance to deliver hotel/restaurant standards without the split shifts and long weeks. You will assist the Head Chef in creating nutritious, flavoursome and well balanced menus whilst working...

Posted 08 Apr 2026 Head Chef

Borehamwood, Hertfordshire 

Westgate Healthcare Ltd
  • Full Time
  • £40k - 42k per year

Head Chef – Borehamwood, Hertfordshire Location: Meadowhill Care Home, Castleford Close, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, WD6 4AL Salary: £40,000 to £42,000 per annum (depending on experience) Hours: 40 hours per week Job type: Permanent Come and make a difference with the team at Westgate Healthcare! #CareWithUsAtWestgate We believe that good food plays a crucial role in the well-being and happiness of...

Posted 08 Apr 2026 Cook

Spilsby, Lincolnshire 

Patchett Lodge
  • Full Time
  • £13.24 per hour

Cook Location: Patchett Lodge Pay rate: £13.24 Per Hour Contracted hours: 14 Hours per week ABOUT THE ROLE Are you an experienced catering assistant, commis chef or cook that takes pride in your work? Are you looking for your next challenge without split shifts and anti-social hours? We’re currently recruiting for a Cook to join our passionate, hard-working and friendly catering team, to create delicious...

Posted 08 Apr 2026 Chef

Basildon, Essex 

HC-One
  • Full Time
  • £14.55 to £15.15 per hour

At HC-One, kindness is at the heart of everything we do. We are looking for a dedicated Chef who can bring their skills and passion for food into our care home kitchen. You’ll play a vital role in preparing and serving wholesome, homemade meals that not only meet nutritional needs but also bring comfort and enjoyment to our Residents every day. About You You will be an experienced cook with a recognised...

Posted 08 Apr 2026 Chef

Hinckley, Leicestershire 

HC-One
  • Full Time
  • £14.55 to £15.15 per hour

At HC-One, kindness is at the heart of everything we do. We are looking for a dedicated Chef who can bring their skills and passion for food into our care home kitchen. You’ll play a vital role in preparing and serving wholesome, homemade meals that not only meet nutritional needs but also bring comfort and enjoyment to our Residents every day. About You You will be an experienced cook with a recognised...

Posted 08 Apr 2026 Regional Bank Chef

Stamford, Lincolnshire 

Barchester Healthcare Ltd
  • Full Time
  • £18.06 per hour

Are you a passionate and qualified Chef looking for a better work life balance? If you are keen to be part of a company that is driven by quality and high standards, Barchester is the place to be! We have a Regional Bank Chef opportunity to support our care homes in and around the region. Working days only with the chance to work flexible hours as well as multiple locations. You will also have the...

Posted 08 Apr 2026 Regional Bank Chef

Bourne, Lincolnshire 

Barchester Healthcare Ltd
  • Full Time
  • £17.50 per hour

Are you a passionate and qualified Chef looking for a better work life balance? If you are keen to be part of a company that is driven by quality and high standards, Barchester is the place to be! We have a Regional Bank Chef opportunity to support our care homes in and around the region. Working days only with the chance to work flexible hours as well as multiple locations. You will also have the...

Posted 08 Apr 2026 Second Chef - Care Home

Bedlington, Northumberland 

Barchester Healthcare Ltd
  • Full Time
  • £13.59 per hour

Are you a qualified Chef looking to work with fresh seasonal food, with the opportunity to have more of a work life balance and make what you do matter? Working as a Second Chef at Barchester, you will have the chance to deliver hotel/restaurant standards without the split shifts and long weeks. You will assist the Head Chef in creating nutritious, flavoursome and well balanced menus whilst working...

Posted 08 Apr 2026 Head Chef - Care Home

Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire 

Barchester Healthcare Ltd
  • Full Time
  • Up to £18.75 per hour

Are you a passionate and qualified Chef looking for a better work life balance? If you are keen to be part of a company that is driven by quality and high standards, Barchester is the place to be! Your Benefits and Rewards Working days and alternate weekends only, across 4/5 days a week Rewarding Excellence' bonus where you will be financially rewarded up to £500* for a Good or Outstanding CQC inspection...

Posted 08 Apr 2026 Peripatetic Chef

Andover, Hampshire 

Barchester Healthcare Ltd
  • Full Time
  • £19.50 per hour

Are you a qualified Chef looking for more of a work life balance whilst looking for an opportunity to make what you do matter? We are currently looking for a Peripatetic Chef to join the Barchester family to help support our care homes in and around our the region. Great opportunity to help support several teams and homes in delivering high quality fresh food. Here at the Barchester family, we work...

Posted 08 Apr 2026 Peripatetic Chef- Bank

Winchester, Hampshire 

Barchester Healthcare Ltd
  • Full Time
  • Up to £17.00 per hour

Are you a qualified Chef looking for more of a work life balance whilst looking for an opportunity to make what you do matter? We are currently looking for a Peripatetic Chef (Bank) to join the Barchester family to help support our care homes in and around our the region. Great opportunity to help support several teams and homes in delivering high quality fresh food. Here at the Barchester family,...

Posted 08 Apr 2026 Chef - Bank

Haringey, London 

Barchester Healthcare Ltd
  • Full Time
  • £18.00 per hour

Are you a qualified chef looking to work with fresh seasonal food, with the opportunity to have more of a work life balance and make what you do matter? This is a casual, part-time role offering flexible working. Working as a Bank Chef at Barchester, you will have the chance to deliver hotel/restaurant standards without the split shifts and long weeks. You will assist the Head Chef in creating nutritious,...

Posted 08 Apr 2026 Chef - Bank

Salisbury, Wiltshire 

Barchester Healthcare Ltd
  • Full Time
  • £19.27 per hour

Are you a qualified chef looking to work with fresh seasonal food, with the opportunity to have more of a work life balance and make what you do matter? This is a casual, part-time role offering flexible working. Working as a Bank Chef at Barchester, you will have the chance to deliver hotel/restaurant standards without the split shifts and long weeks. You will assist the Head Chef in creating nutritious,...

Posted 08 Apr 2026 Head Chef - Care Home

Preston, Lancashire 

Barchester Healthcare Ltd
  • Full Time
  • £19.00 per hour

Are you a passionate and qualified Chef looking for a better work life balance? If you are keen to be part of a company that is driven by quality and high standards, Barchester is the place to be! Days only, 34 hours a week. Your Benefits and Rewards Working days and alternate weekends Rewarding Excellence' bonus where you will be financially rewarded up to £500* for a Good or Outstanding CQC inspection...

Posted 07 Apr 2026 Cook

Caterham, Surrey 

Buxton Lodge Care Home
  • Part Time
  • £15 per hour
  • £15.00 per hour

Are you seeking an opportunity to make a positive impact in your local community? Have you had the privilege of gaining valuable experience in the field of Cooking? Join us in a fulfilling and rewarding career where you can truly make a difference in the lives of others. What does the job role involve? The role includes but is not limited to: This role involves carrying out duties for meal preparations,...

Posted 07 Apr 2026 Chef

Nottingham, Nottinghamshire 

Belvoir Vale
  • Part Time
  • £14.00 per hour

Are you a chef that’s looking for more work life balance? Are you looking to move away from the split shifts and working into the early hours? If this sounds familiar, why not consider a move into the care sector. Here at Maria Mallaband our Chefs still work with seasonal ingredients and create dishes to restaurant standard. If you thrive on the delicate balance of creativity and budgets? Look no...

Posted 07 Apr 2026 Assistant Chef

Woking, Surrey 

Kingsbury Court Care Home
  • Full Time
  • £14.97 per hour

Are you a chef that’s looking for more work life balance? Are you looking to move away from the split shifts and working into the early hours? If this sounds familiar, why not consider a move into the care sector. Here at Maria Mallaband our Chefs still work with seasonal ingredients and create dishes to restaurant standard. If you thrive on the delicate balance of creativity and budgets? Look no...

Posted 07 Apr 2026 Chef

Stourport-on-Severn, Worcestershire 

The Wharf Care Home
  • Full Time or Part Time
  • £13.40 per hour

Are you a chef that’s looking for more work life balance? Are you looking to move away from the split shifts and working into the early hours? If this sounds familiar, why not consider a move into the care sector. Here at Maria Mallaband our Chefs still work with seasonal ingredients and create dishes to restaurant standard. If you thrive on the delicate balance of creativity and budgets? Look no...

Posted 07 Apr 2026 Cook

Bourne, Lincolnshire 

Digby Court
  • Full Time
  • £13.24 per hour

Cook Location: Digby Court Pay rate: £13.24 Contracted hours: 16 ABOUT THE ROLE Are you an experienced catering assistant, commis chef or cook that takes pride in your work? Are you looking for your next challenge without split shifts and anti-social hours? We’re currently recruiting for a Cook to join our passionate, hard-working and friendly catering team, to create delicious meals for our residents....