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

Posted 3 hours ago Cook

Brentwood, Essex 

Heron Court
  • Full Time
  • £13.00 per hour

Posted 12 hours ago Chef

Buckhurst Hill, Essex 

Forest Place
  • Full Time or Part Time
  • £17.00 per hour
  • £17.00

Chef – £17 per hour Location: Forest Place Hours: Full-time / Part-time available Are you passionate about creating nutritious, delicious meals that make a real difference in people’s lives? We are looking for an experienced Chef to join our dedicated team and provide high-quality meals for our residents. What We Offer Competitive pay: £17 per hour Supportive working environment Opportunities for...

Posted 12 hours ago Cook

Hitchin, Hertfordshire 

Highbury Rise
  • Full Time or Part Time
  • £12.25 – £14.75 per hour

Highbury Rise is a small 22 bedroom care home in Hitchin focussed on providing a homely environment and person centred care. Highbury is one of three homes in the Hertfordshire area and part of the Benslow care home group. Steve McQuinn formed the Benslow group in 1982 with his wife Sue. We know the heart of delivery of great care is developing a great team and the cook is integral to this team. For...

Posted 07 Feb 2026 Second Chef Bank

Ely, Cambridgeshire 

Care UK Careers
  • Temporary / Cover
  • £16.99 per hour
  • £16.99 per hour

Set in the picturesque Cambridgeshire countryside, nestled in the charming village of Fordham near Chippenham, Waterhouse Manor offers exceptional residential, dementia and respite care in elegant, purpose-built surroundings Designed for comfort and connection, residents enjoy leisure time the way they choose. Whether that is having cake and coffee with friends in our stylish lounges, enjoying a quiet...

Posted 07 Feb 2026 Head Chef

Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire 

Falcon House
  • Full Time
  • £13.00 – £16.00 per hour

About Us Falcon House Care Home is a well-established, family-run residential home that has been providing high-quality care for over 35 years. We pride ourselves on offering a warm, homely environment where residents enjoy freshly prepared, nutritious meals every day. We are now looking for a dedicated and passionate Head Chef to join our team and lead the kitchen operations. Key Responsibilities...

Posted 07 Feb 2026 Assistant Chef

Chelmsford, Essex 

HC-One
  • Full Time
  • £13.25 to £13.60 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, 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...

Posted 06 Feb 2026 Sous Chef

Royston, Hertfordshire 

Quantum Care Ltd
  • Full Time
  • £30k per year

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...

Posted 06 Feb 2026 Chef

Bedford, Bedfordshire 

Kingsley Healthcare Group
  • Contract
  • £16.00 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 06 Feb 2026 Chef

Bedford, Bedfordshire 

Kingsley Healthcare Group
  • Full Time
  • £16.00 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 06 Feb 2026 Head Chef

Leigh-on-Sea, Essex 

Chalkwell Grange
  • Full Time
  • To be discussed

Posted 06 Feb 2026 Second Chef - Care Home

Waltham Abbey, Essex 

Barchester Healthcare Ltd
  • Full Time
  • £13.29 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 05 Feb 2026 Head Chef

Abbots Langley, Hertfordshire 

Kenwood Care Home
  • Full Time
  • £19
  • £19.00 per hour

Are you seeking an opportunity to make a positive impact in your local community? Do you enjoy cooking and have experience in managing a kitchen? Are you able to work alongside residents in a Care Home to cater for their meals? What does the job role involve? To co-ordinate all aspects of the kitchen so that food is prepared to the agreed standard and that time deadlines are met. The role includes...

Posted 04 Feb 2026 Bank Sous Chef

St Albans, Hertfordshire 

Caring Homes Group
  • Full Time
  • £14.06 - £14.06

Bank Sous Chef – The Orchard, St Albans - £14.06 per hour 63 Bedded Nursing Care Home Bank position; Flexible shifts 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 includes our kitchen. Join us in creating a culinary...

Posted 04 Feb 2026 Cook

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire 

Alex Wood House
  • Part Time
  • £12.66 per hour
  • £12.66 per hour

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...

Posted 03 Feb 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 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...

Posted 03 Feb 2026 Cook

Ware, Hertfordshire 

Ashwood
  • Part Time
  • £14.00 per hour

Cook Care Home: Ashwood Hours per week: 16 hours a 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 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 who are...

Posted 03 Feb 2026 Second Chef

King's Lynn, Norfolk 

Goodwins Hall Care Home
  • Full Time
  • £13.37 per hour
  • £13.37 per hour

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...

Posted 03 Feb 2026 Chef

Peterborough, Cambridgeshire 

Ashlynn Grange Care Home
  • Full Time
  • £12.46 per hour
  • £12.46 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 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...

Posted 03 Feb 2026 Sous Chef

Woodbridge, Suffolk 

Aria Care
  • Full Time
  • £16.30

About the Home Rendlesham Care Centre, Rendlesham, IP12 2TP 60 Bedded, Residential, Nursing & Dementia care Home CQC Rating - Good About the role Sous Chef 40 hours per week required £16.30 per hour What will Aria Care Offer you? Blue Light Discount Card Holiday & days out discounts Long service awards Recognition programme And much more! We are looking for a highly skilled Sous chef to create fresh...

Posted 02 Feb 2026 Chef

Holt, Norfolk 

Kingsley Healthcare Group
  • Full Time
  • £15.50 per hour
  • £15.50 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 01 Feb 2026 Cook

Ely, Cambridgeshire 

The Firs Residential Care Home
  • Full Time
  • hourly paid
  • £12.50 – £14.00 per hour

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.

Posted 30 Jan 2026 Head Chef

Bedford, Bedfordshire 

Richmond Manor Care Home
  • Full Time
  • £42000.00 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 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...

Posted 30 Jan 2026 Chef

Cromer, Norfolk 

Halsey House
  • Full Time
  • £11.73 – £12.60 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 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...

Posted 30 Jan 2026 Sous Chef

Bushey, Hertfordshire 

Avery Healthcare Group
  • Full Time
  • £17.00 - £17.00

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...

Posted 29 Jan 2026 Cook Manager - Toftwood Infant School

Dereham, Norfolk 

Norse Care (Services) Ltd
  • Part Time
  • £25,938 per annum

Are you looking for a career where you can make a difference to the lives of others? Cook Manager - Toftwood Infant School, Dereham The salary for this role is £ 25,938.12 pro rata which equates to £ 12.79 per hour. Join the team at Norse Catering and help make a difference to the lives of young people through delivering healthy, nutritious and balanced meals at Toftwood Infant School. We offer fully...

Posted 29 Jan 2026 Chef

Downham Market, Norfolk 

Downham Grange Nursing Home
  • Full Time
  • £14.50 per hour
  • £14.50 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 29 Jan 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 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...

Posted 28 Jan 2026 Chef

Diss, Norfolk 

Kingsley Healthcare Group
  • Part Time
  • £16.00 per hour
  • £16.00 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 28 Jan 2026 Weekend Chef

Basildon, Essex 

Woodbury Court
  • Part Time
  • £13.00 per hour
  • £13.00 per hour

Weekend Chef Care Home: Woodbury Court Hours per week: 20 hours a week Salary: £13.00 an hour About the role: We are currently recruiting for a Second Chef to join our Hospitality team. Working as a Second Chef at 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...

Posted 27 Jan 2026 Sous Chef

Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire 

Quantum Care Ltd
  • Full Time
  • £16.33 - 17.33 per hour

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. Full Time – Weekdays & alternate weekends Your Skills: Good knowledge...