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

Posted 1 hour ago Chef

Cromer, Norfolk 

Halsey House
  • Full Time
  • £12.71 per hour

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...

Posted 3 hours ago Second Chef - Bank - Care Home

Woodbridge, Suffolk 

Barchester Healthcare Ltd
  • Full Time
  • £16.47 per hour

Bank Flexible 0 hrs contract to cover annual leave, sickness and gaps in rotas. Are you a qualified chef looking to work with fresh seasonal food, with the opportunity to have more of a work life balance...

Posted 02 Jun 2026 Cook

Epping, Essex 

Wensley House
  • Full Time or Part Time

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...

Posted 02 Jun 2026 Head Chef - Care Home

Rayleigh, Essex 

Barchester Healthcare Ltd
  • Full Time
  • £36,990.58 per annum

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...

Posted 02 Jun 2026 Chef - Bank

Waltham Abbey, Essex 

Barchester Healthcare Ltd
  • Full Time
  • £16.81 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...

Posted 02 Jun 2026 Second Chef - Bank - Care Home

Norwich, Norfolk 

Barchester Healthcare Ltd
  • Full Time
  • £14.58 per hour

This is bank 0hrs contract, to cover annual leave, gaps in rotas and sickness. Are you a qualified chef looking to work with fresh seasonal food, with the opportunity to have more of a work life balance...

Posted 01 Jun 2026 Cook/Chef

King's Lynn, Norfolk 

Kings Lynn Residential Home
  • Part Time
  • £14.45 per hour

Cook/Chef At Black Swan Care Group, we are currently looking for a cook/chef to work in one of our residential care facilities, Kings Lynn on a part time, 35 hour, permanent contract, £14.45 per hour....

Posted 01 Jun 2026 Head Chef

Peterborough, Cambridgeshire 

Ashlynn Grange Care Home
  • Full Time
  • £17.77 per hour

As the Head Chef at Ashlynn Grange Care Home, you will be responsible for overseeing the whole catering service within the home. About Ashlynn Grange Care Home: Ashlynn Grange is an exceptional 153-bed...

Posted 01 Jun 2026 Cook

Peterborough, Cambridgeshire 

Ashlynn Grange Care Home
  • Part Time
  • £13.00 per hour

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...

Posted 30 May 2026 Sous Chef

Downham Market, Norfolk 

Avery Healthcare Group
  • Full Time
  • £13.15 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...

Posted 29 May 2026 Cook

Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire 

Wing View Care Centre
  • Full Time
  • £13.13 per hour

Cook Location: Wing View Care Centre, Leighton Buzzard Pay Rate: £13.13 per hour (Monday-Sunday) Contracted Hours: 30 Hours per week Shift Pattern : Various shifts working opposite the Chef and alternative...

Posted 29 May 2026 Cook

Maldon, Essex 

Brewster House
  • Part Time
  • £13.45 per hour

Cook Care Home: Brewster House Hours per week: 20 hours per week Salary: £13.45 an hour About the role: We are currently recruiting for a Second Chef to join our Hospitality team. Working as a Second...

Posted 28 May 2026 Chef Manager

Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire 

Quantum Care Ltd
  • Full Time
  • £34,669 per month

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...

Posted 28 May 2026 Chef - Bank

Wisbech, Cambridgeshire 

Barchester Healthcare Ltd
  • Full Time
  • £13.78 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...

Posted 27 May 2026 Chef

Thetford, Norfolk 

Buckingham Lodge Nursing Home
  • Contract
  • £15.00 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,...

Posted 26 May 2026 Head Chef

Dereham, Norfolk 

Caring Homes Group
  • Full Time
  • £15.91 - £15.91

Head Chef – Sanford House, Dereham- £15.91 per hour 40 Bedded Nursing, Dementia and Residential Care Home Full time; 40 hours per week Are you a talented chef with a passion for creating delicious meals...

Posted 26 May 2026 Cook

Ware, Hertfordshire 

Ashwood
  • Part Time
  • £14.00 per hour

Cook Care Home: Ashwood Hours per week: 16 hours per week Salary: £14.00 an hour About the role: We are currently recruiting for a Second Chef to join our Hospitality team. Working as a Second Chef at...

Posted 26 May 2026 Chef

Thetford, Norfolk 

Buckingham Lodge Nursing Home
  • Contract
  • £15.00 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,...

Posted 26 May 2026 Second Chef

Saffron Walden, Essex 

Care UK
  • Full Time
  • Hourly
  • £16.01 per hour

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...

Posted 26 May 2026 Deputy Chef Manager

Borehamwood, Hertfordshire 

Quantum Care Ltd
  • Full Time
  • £13.73 - 14.10 per hour

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...

Posted 26 May 2026 Deputy Chef Manager

Biggleswade, Bedfordshire 

Quantum Care Ltd
  • Full Time
  • £13.47 - 13.97 per hour

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,...

Posted 23 May 2026 Chef

Luton, Bedfordshire 

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...

Posted 23 May 2026 Second Chef - Care Home

Brentwood, Essex 

Barchester Healthcare Ltd
  • Full Time
  • £14.59 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...

Posted 22 May 2026 Regional Head Chef

Benfleet, Essex 

Runwood Homes Ltd
  • Full Time
  • £17.00 per hour

Regional Head Chef To cover a cluster of homes in Essex Hours per week: 40 Hours (5 days) Salary: £17 an hour About the role: We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Regional Head Chef to join...

Posted 22 May 2026 Chef

Ingatestone, Essex 

Ardtully Retirement Residence
  • Full Time
  • £13.75 - £14.50 per hour Paid by the hour
  • £13.75 – £14.50 per hour

Looking for a friendly, articulate, experienced chef for a 30-hour contract to work Friday, Saturday & Sunday and cover annual leave when required, to work in our 22-bed retirement residence care home....

Posted 21 May 2026 Chef

Wymondham, Norfolk 

Sutherlands
  • Full Time
  • £14.00 per hour

We are currently looking for an experienced and compassionate relief chef to provide flexible kitchen cover in a care home environment. Ensuring that residents have a nutritious and well-balanced diet...

Posted 20 May 2026 Sous Chef

Borehamwood, Hertfordshire 

Avery Healthcare Group
  • Full Time
  • £16.80 per hour

Package Description: Shift details; 7am-7pm and 7am-14.30pm and 11am -7pm 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...

Posted 19 May 2026 Cook

Great Dunmow, Essex 

Bings Hall
  • Full Time or Part Time
  • Up to £14.50 per hour (depending on experience)

We seek a compassionate and caring Cook to join our family at Bings Hall. We are looking for individuals who share our values, have an interest in helping others, have a can-do attitude, and will treat...

Posted 19 May 2026 Assistant Chef

Chelmsford, Essex 

HC-One
  • Full Time
  • £14.10 to £14.45 per hour

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,...

Posted 18 May 2026 Chef

Colchester, Essex 

The Oaks Care Home
  • Full Time
  • £14.28
  • £14.28 per hour

Are you seeking an opportunity to make a positive impact in your local community? Do you enjoy cooking and have experience? Are you able to work alongside residents in a Care Home to cater for their meals?...