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

Posted 23 hours ago 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 17 Mar 2026 Sous Chef

Hornchurch, London 

Signature Senior Lifestyle Ltd
  • Full Time
  • £17.00 - £19.00 per hour

Use your experience and passion for amazing food, when you join Signature Senior Lifestyle as a Sous Chef. You'll take on an important role in a superbly-equipped kitchen at our luxury care and nursing home in Hornchurch. What Signature Offer From £17.00 per hour Full Time: 37.5 hours per week Shift Times: 07.00 - 15.00 and 12.00 - 19.00 We require you to be flexible for alternate weekends Up to 30...

Posted 17 Mar 2026 Chef De Partie

Hornchurch, London 

Signature Senior Lifestyle Ltd
  • Part Time
  • £14.45 - £15.25 per hour

Develop your passion for food within a highly equipped kitchen, in-house bistro and fine dining restaurant, as part of our caring and supportive team, when you join Signature Senior Lifestyle as a Chef de Partie at our luxury care and nursing home in Hornchurch. What Signature Offer From £14.45 per hour Part Time: 24 hours per week Bank contracts available Shift Times: 07.00 - 15.00 and 12.00 - 19.00...

Posted 17 Mar 2026 Senior Head Chef

Kenley, London 

Carey Care
  • Full Time
  • n/a
  • £17.00 – £20.00 per hour

Posted 17 Mar 2026 Second Chef - Care Home

Isleworth, London 

Barchester Healthcare Ltd
  • Full Time
  • £16.00 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? 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 17 Mar 2026 Assistant Chef - Bank

Woodford Green, London 

Bupa Care Homes
  • Part Time
  • None

Job Description: Assistant Chef / 2nd Chef - Bank Harts House Care Home - Harts Grove, Woodford, Woodford Green IG8 0BF CQC rating: Good Salary £13.04 - £14.58 per hour depending on experience Bank contract We make health happen Here at Bupa we support those when they need it the most. Our care homes are dedicated to delivering person-centred care, supporting independence and honouring choice to help...

Posted 17 Mar 2026 Assistant Chef - Bank

Enfield, London 

Bupa Care Homes
  • Part Time
  • None

Job Description: Assistant Chef / 2nd Chef - Bank Nairn House Care Home - 7 Garnault Rd, Enfield EN1 4TR Salary £13.04 - £14.58 per hour depending on experience Bank contract We make health happen Here at Bupa we support those when they need it the most. Our care homes are dedicated to delivering person-centred care, supporting independence and honouring choice to help our residents live their best...

Posted 17 Mar 2026 Assistant Chef

Woodford Green, London 

Bupa Care Homes
  • Full Time
  • £13.04 - £14.58 per hour

Job Description: Assistant Chef / 2nd Chef Harts House Care Home - Harts Grove, Woodford, Woodford Green IG8 0BF CQC rating: Good Salary: £13.04 - £14.58 per hour depending on experience Perm contract 36 hours per week Welcome bonus* We make health happen Here at Bupa we support those when they need it the most. Our care homes are dedicated to delivering person-centred care, supporting independence...

Posted 17 Mar 2026 Chef Manager

Haringey, London 

Bupa Care Homes
  • Full Time
  • None

Job Description: Chef Manager Stamford Care Home - 21 Watermill Ln, London N18 1SH Salary up to £36,212 depending on experience + £2000 annual bonus* Permanent contract 40 hours per week on a rota basis Welcome bonus: £1000** We make health happen Here at Bupa, we support those when they need it the most. Our care homes are dedicated to delivering person-centred care, supporting independence and honouring...

Posted 17 Mar 2026 Assistant Chef - Bank

Haringey, London 

Bupa Care Homes
  • Part Time
  • None

Job Description: Assistant Chef / 2nd Chef - Bank Stamford Care Home - 21 Watermill Ln, London N18 1SH CQC rating: Good Salary £13.04 - £14.58 per hour depending on experience Bank contract We make health happen Here at Bupa we support those when they need it the most. Our care homes are dedicated to delivering person-centred care, supporting independence and honouring choice to help our residents...

Posted 16 Mar 2026 Regional Head Chef

Barnet, London 

Signature Senior Lifestyle Ltd
  • Full Time
  • £20.00 per hour

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Head Chef to join Signature Senior Lifestyle in a roving capacity, providing leadership and support across our portfolio of luxury care homes. What Signature Offer Up to £20.00 per hour. Up to 30 days annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays, depending on length of service Workplace pension Free meals on shift for staff working 6+ hours Private medical...

Posted 14 Mar 2026 Head Chef

Barnet, London 

Avery Healthcare Group
  • Full Time
  • £19.80 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 13 Mar 2026 Head Chef

Enfield, London 

Signature Senior Lifestyle Ltd
  • Full Time
  • £44,000 - £46,000 + benefits

At Signature Senior Lifestyle, we believe dining should be an experience to savour. From beautifully presented plates to exceptional service, our award-winning care homes offer restaurant-quality dining every day. We’re now looking for an inspiring Head Chef to lead our kitchen team and deliver culinary excellence to our residents and guests at our luxury new care and nursing home in Enfield. What...

Posted 11 Mar 2026 Second Chef - Care Home

Southwark, London 

Barchester Healthcare Ltd
  • Full Time
  • £17.50 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 07 Mar 2026 Chef

Pinner, London 

High Meadows
  • Full Time

Chef High Meadow Care Home, Pinner HA5 2HD Job Summary You’re a capable, experienced chef with a City & Guilds 705 qualification (or the equivalent). You’re a caring person who knows the vital role mealtimes play in the lives of frail, older people. Ideally, you’ve already got some experience catering for older people in a care home or similar setting. You’re well-organised and a good team player....

Posted 07 Mar 2026 Sous Chef - Bank

Sidcup, London 

Avery Healthcare Group
  • Full Time
  • £13.50 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 05 Mar 2026 Sous Chef

Wandsworth, London 

Caring Homes Group
  • Full Time
  • £15.75 - £15.75

Sous Chef - The Pines, Wandsworth - £15.75 per hour 50 Bedded Nursing, Dementia and Residential Home Full time contract, 40 hours per week Previous experience required Are you a talented chef with a passion for creating delicious meals and making a difference in people's lives? Look no further! At Caring Homes, we're on a mission to make each home the best possible place to live and work, and that...

Posted 05 Mar 2026 Chef De Partie

Kingston upon Thames, London 

Signature Senior Lifestyle Ltd
  • Full Time
  • £27,300.00 - £31,200.00 per annum
  • £27,300 – £31,200 per annum

Develop your passion for food within a highly equipped kitchen, in-house bistro and fine dining restaurant, as part of our caring and supportive team, when you join Signature Senior Lifestyle as a Chef de Partie at our luxury care and nursing home in Kingston Upon Thames. What Signature Offer From £27,300 per annum Shift times: 06:30-14:30, 11:00-19:00. Alternate weekends required. Full-time shifts...

Posted 05 Mar 2026 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 05 Mar 2026 Head Chef - Care Home

Beckenham, London 

Barchester Healthcare Ltd
  • Full Time
  • £20.87 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 28 Feb 2026 Weekend Assistant Cooks

Upminster, London 

Freshfields
  • Part Time
  • To be discussed with candidate at interview

We are seeking Weekend Assistant Cooks to join our care home. We would consider a job share or cover for Saturday or Sunday or both days. It is a busy/open planned kitchen producing 40 covers at breakfast/lunch and preparing tea-time food. Our weekday Chefs prepare food for the weekend. It is basic good home cooking. Must be organised, reliable and willing to work with the elderly people.

Posted 27 Feb 2026 Care Home Chef

Enfield, London 

Brookwater House Care Home
  • Full Time
  • £32800.00 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 Sous Chef to help us achieve our goals. As our chef, you’ll play a vital role in preparing meals tailored to the dietary needs and preferences of our residents. Ensuring every dish is made with love, supporting the health and happiness of those we care for. Joining...

Posted 26 Feb 2026 Chef de Partie

Camden Town, London 

Avery Healthcare Group
  • Full Time
  • £14.50 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 26 Feb 2026 Sous Chef - Bank

Purley, London 

Avery Healthcare Group
  • Full Time
  • £13.50 per hour

Package Description: Shift Details: 10.00-18.00, 06.30-14.30 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...

Posted 24 Feb 2026 Bank Chef

Ealing, London 

Torkington House
  • Temporary / Cover
  • paid monthly
  • £14.00 – £17.00 per hour

Our care home, Torkington House, is now seeking a bank Chef to prepare, cook and serve nutritionally balanced and attractively presented meals. This will be covering weekends, 7am – 4pm. As our Chef, you will: Prepare, cook and serve meals Supervise all staff working in the kitchen area or dining room. To apply, you will have: Experience of working in a kitchen environment Experience of serving food...

Posted 23 Feb 2026 Chef

South Croydon, London 

Beechwood House
  • Full Time or Part Time
  • pay is according to experience
  • £11.50 – £12.50 per hour

Are you a friendly and caring person seeking a new position with great job satisfaction within a care home that can support you in your career with progression? We are looking for a skilled and passionate Chef to support our team and ensure the efficient and effective running of the kitchen. To always strive to be the best, delivering the best food experience. You must be enthusiastic and self-motivated,...

Posted 22 Feb 2026 Weekend Chef - Care home, Ickenham

Uxbridge, London 

Woodlands Care Home
  • Part Time
  • ACCORDING TO EXPERIENCE

POSITION: WEEKEND CHEF A family run care-home caring for 19 residents with Dementia. SATURDAY: 08:00 – 15:00 SUNDAY: 08:00 – 15:00 RESPONSIBLE TO: The Kitchen Manager / Registered Home Manager As a Weekend Chef you'll be asked to support with; - Food Preparation, following meal specs and menu plans - Delivering Good Quality Cuisine & Safe Service - Temperature recording - Cooking a variety of menus...

Posted 20 Feb 2026 COOK

Beckenham, London 

Oak Lodge Care Home
  • Full Time or Part Time
  • 0

We have a unique and exciting opportunity for an experienced and enthusiastic Chef/Cook. Do you love being in a care setting, providing healthy balanced cuisine for the elerdy?

Posted 18 Feb 2026 Head Chef

Surbiton, London 

Signature Senior Lifestyle Ltd
  • Full Time
  • £44,000 - £46,000 + benefits

Take charge of our superbly-equipped kitchen, and bring your passion, flair and experience to create amazing menus which inspire our team and delight our diners! Join Signature Senior Lifestyle as the Head Chef at our luxury care and nursing home in Surbiton. What Signature Offer Up to £46,000 per annum Up to 30 days annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays, depending on length of service Workplace pension...

Posted 17 Feb 2026 Chef

Wandsworth, London 

Country Court
  • Full Time
  • 14.5 - 14.5 Per Hour
  • £14.50 per hour

Chef -required at Lyle House Care Home, Roehampton London SW15, Part of the Country Court Family We are no longer accepting applications for sponsorship. Hours: 40 hours per week, working weekends on rota Lyle House Care Home in Roehampton offers specialist residential and dementia care across 4 floors of luxury facilities. Our amazing staff led by the manager create a comforting routine for the residents...