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

Posted 08 Nov 2025 Residential Care Home Cook

Christchurch, Dorset 

Avon Lee Lodge
  • Full Time or Part Time
  • £11.50 – £14.00 per hour

Job description Do you enjoy hospitality but do not like the unsociable hours? Do you wish to develop and hone your kitchen management skills? Would you like to be involved with seasonal menu plans using high quality ingredients? Do you enjoy high levels of autonomy at work, and do you enjoy learning and improving yourself? Do you enjoy engaging with the elderly and improving peoples lives? If so...

Posted 04 Nov 2025 Head Chef

Bournemouth, Dorset 

Care South
  • Full Time
  • £15.50 per hour

About The Role Head Chef Pay: £15.50 per hour Location: Wickmeads Residential Home, Tuckton, Bournemouth, BH6 4LG Hours: 40 hours over 4 days, to include alternate weekends Doing long hours in a pub or restaurant? Working in our Care Home kitchen will provide you more sociable hours, your shifts will mostly be daytime and every other weekend. We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Head...

Posted 04 Nov 2025 Chef

Weymouth, Dorset 

Kingsley Healthcare Group
  • Contract
  • £14.00 per hour

About the role As a Chef, you will be responsible for the planning and provision of daily nutritious meals for all our residents while ensuring the food you purchase is fresh and within budget. In addition, you will ensure all health and safety and environmental standards are achieved and maintained. You must be a team player who will inspire and motivate your team. Reports to: Home Manager Key duties...

Posted 04 Nov 2025 Chef

Bridport, Dorset 

HC-One
  • Full Time
  • £14.20 to £14.80 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. This role includes a £1,000 welcome bonus. About You...

Posted 04 Nov 2025 Head Chef

Bridport, Dorset 

HC-One
  • Full Time
  • £15.35 to £15.95 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 04 Nov 2025 Sous Chef - Bank

Christchurch, Dorset 

Avery Healthcare Group
  • Full Time
  • £15.50 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 31 Oct 2025 Head Chef

Poole, Dorset 

Upton Manor Care Home
  • Full Time
  • £36200 per annum
  • per annum

Be all you can be with Hamberley At Hamberley, we believe that our residents deserve something ‘Extra Special, Every Day’. We're seeking a Head Chef to help us achieve our goals. As our Head chef, you will be leading, managing and be accountable for the kitchen team to achieve and maintain an exceptional dining experience for our residents. Joining us at Upton Manor, our luxury care home that provides...