Cook & Chef Job Vacancies in or near East of England Care Homes & Care Settings

Deputy Chef Manager 32 hours per week Weekdays and alternative weekends Shidt Days: Week 1 - Mon,Tues,Thurs, Fri Week 2 - Sat, Sun,Thurs, Fri Shift Timings: 8.30 am -17.00 pm Quantum Care is a not?for?profit organisation dedicated to providing high?quality care for more than 2,000 older people across Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire and Essex. Our mission is simple: to help our residents live well, with...

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...

We are looking for a cook who is passionate about his/her work to cook for elderly people. Good knowledge about allergies, modified diet, fortifiedmeals. Passion about cooking and baking. Has experience to working in samilar setting and has a food hygiene certificate.

HC-One are looking for an Assistant Chef with at least a Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate and great understanding of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points. Beyond that, it’s all about your brilliant, positive energy and natural ability to get along with people. You’ll be organised and meet deadlines, present your food attractively and have a knack for following recipes perfectly. And, whenever you...

Package Description: Shift Details: 7 am-17:30, 11:30 am-19:00 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...

Job Description: 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 lives. Our fantastic Kitchen Team are the magic behind each delicious dish we serve our guests. They are passionate about all things food and take great pride...

As a Second Chef at Goodwins Hall Care Home, you will be responsible for ensuring a high quality of food service and meal preparation within the home. About Goodwins Hall Care Home: Nestled in a quiet area at the bottom of Goodwins Road, our 76-bedroom care home is known for its beautiful fountain centrepiece at the entrance. Our sought-after care home provides a variety of high-quality care, whilst...

As a Cook at Alex Wood House Care Home, you will be responsible for ensuring the catering services and residential dining experience is of the highest standard and quality for our residents. About Alex Wood House Care Home: Alex Wood House is an exceptional residential care home in Cambridge. At Alex Wood House we pride ourselves on our family-feel, attractive gardens and providing outstanding care...

As a Chef at Ashlynn Grange Care Home, you will be responsible for ensuring the catering services and residential dining experience is of the highest standard and quality for our residents. About Ashlynn Grange Care Home: Ashlynn Grange is an exceptional 153-bed care home in Peterborough. The home prides itself on the surrounding gardens that grow flowers and a variety of different vegetables. The...

The Legion is at the heart of a national network that supports our Armed Forces community through thick and thin – ensuring their unique contribution is never forgotten. We’ve been here since 1921 and we’ll be here as long as they need us. Our Values and Behaviours Does the following describe you? A desire to provide a great customer service and support Enjoy and thrive in working in teams and with...

Job Location: Epping, Essex Wensley House is Registered for 48 residents, situated in Epping, in an idyllic forest setting at the end of a private driveway with secure and ample free parking. We strive to ensure that the physical and emotional wellbeing of our residents is maintained at the highest level in a pleasant and friendly, harmonious environment. Your Duties: To cater to a high standard and...

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 Richmond Manor, our luxury care home that provides...

Job Description: 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 lives. You'll help us make health happen by: Using your passion for cooking and experience in a fresh food kitchen to create a varied and nutritional menu...

At TLC Care, our focus is quality of life and our approach to specialised nursing, residential and dementia care is, we believe, second to none, with dedicated highly-trained carers and nurses on hand 24 hours a day to provide assistance to meet the needs and wishes of each individual resident. TLC Care have care homes across London, Hertfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Surrey. TLC Care have a fantastic...

We are looking for an experienced and creative Head Chef to join our St Georges Court Care Home in Cambridge. You will become part of a compassionate and welcoming team providing physical, emotional, and social support and most importantly outstanding meal experiences for the people living in our care home. Your dedication, reliability and support will make a difference every day. Excelcare is a family-owned...

Sous Chef Care Home: Chalkwell Grange Hours per week: 40 Salary: £13.58 an hour About the role: We are currently recruiting for a Sous Chef to join our Hospitality team. Working as a Sous Chef at Sanders Senior Living, you will have the chance to deliver hotel and restaurant standard meals, without the split shifts and long hours. We are looking for warm, motivated, and passionate Sous Chefs who are...

As a Cook at Alex Wood House Care Home, you will be responsible for ensuring the catering services and residential dining experience is of the highest standard and quality for our residents. About Alex Wood House Care Home: Alex Wood House is an exceptional residential care home in Cambridge. At Alex Wood House we pride ourselves on our family-feel, attractive gardens and providing outstanding care...

Head Chef Care Home: Elizabeth House Hours per week: 35 (4 - 5 days per week) / Alternative weekends Salary: £15.50 to £16.00 an hour About the role: We are currently recruiting for a Head Chef to join our Hospitality team. Working as a Head Chef at Runwood Homes, you will have the chance to deliver hotel and restaurant standard meals without the split shifts and long hours. Our Head Chefs have full...

Chef Location: Wing View Care Home, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 0NY Salary: £44,000 per annum Contracted Hours: 48 Hours per week Shift Pattern: 7.00am - 5:00pm (5 Days a week) ABOUT THE ROLE Are you an experienced chef, used to catering for large groups of people, looking to design your own menus, cooking with fresh seasonal food? Are you looking for your next challenge without split shifts and anti-social...

Our new care home in Saffron Walden opens its doors in February 2026. At Care UK's Bailey Lodge in Saffron Walden, providing the highest standard of care for residents will be at the heart of what we do. As part of our friendly team, you'll have the opportunity to develop your career and the support to go far. Our team will work in a luxury, purpose-built home in warm and welcoming surroundings. We'll...

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...

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...

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 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...

This is bank flexible role. 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 Second Chef at Barchester, you will have the chance to deliver hotel/restaurant standards without the split shifts and long weeks. You will assist...

Cook Care Home: Crowstone House Hours per week: 16 hours per week Salary: £13.50 an hour About the role: We are currently recruiting for a Second Chef to join our Hospitality team. Working as a Second Chef at Runwood Homes, you will have the chance to deliver hotel and restaurant standard meals, without the split shifts and long hours. We are looking for warm, motivated, and passionate Second Chefs...

Deputy Chef Manager (Temporary role) Full Time – 37 hours per week Weekdays & Alternate Weekends Quantum Care is a not?for?profit organisation supporting over 2,000 older people across Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire and Essex. Our mission is simple: to help our residents live well, with dignity, comfort and joy. To do that, we need people who care as much as we do and Mak e Every Day Matter . We are...

Deputy Chef Manager Full Time – 37 hours per week Weekdays & Alternate Weekends Quantum Care is a not?for?profit organisation supporting over 2,000 older people across Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire and Essex. Our mission is simple: to help our residents live well, with dignity, comfort and joy. To do that, we need people who care as much as we do and Mak e Every Day Matter . We are seeking an Experienced...

Quantum Care is a not for profit company providing high quality care services for over 2000 older people in Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire and Essex. We need the right people to join us and provide the best possible care to our residents, offering support, maintaining dignity and assisting them to enjoy every day living in our Homes. Sous Chef Full time – 37 hours per week, alternate weekends required...

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...