Cook & Chef Job Vacancies Grays Care Homes & Care Settings

Total of 100, showing 1-30
Posted 21 Jan 2026 Sous Chef

Gravesend, Kent  3.0 miles

Avery Healthcare Group
  • Full Time
  • £14.00 per hour
  • £14.00 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 16 Jan 2026 Sous Chef - Bank

Gravesend, Kent  3.0 miles

Avery Healthcare Group
  • Full Time
  • £14.81 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 19 Jan 2026 Chef

South Ockendon, Essex  3.1 miles

Leatherland Lodge
  • Full Time
  • £15.00 per hour

Chef - Temporary Care Home: Leatherland Lodge Hours per week: 36 Salary: £15 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 autonomy in creating nutritious, flavoursome,...

Posted 28 Jan 2026 Weekend Assistant Cooks

Upminster, London  6.1 miles

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 28 Jan 2026 Weekend Chef

Basildon, Essex  8.3 miles

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 20 Jan 2026 Second Chef - Care Home

Swanley, Kent  8.5 miles

Barchester Healthcare Ltd
  • Full Time
  • £17.00 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 20 Jan 2026 Head Chef - Care Home

Swanley, Kent  8.5 miles

Barchester Healthcare Ltd
  • Full Time
  • £45,000.00 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 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 14 hours ago Sous Chef

Sidcup, London  10.2 miles

Avery Healthcare Group
  • Full Time
  • £15.00 - £15.00

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 07 Jan 2026 Sous Chef - Bank

Sidcup, London  10.2 miles

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 Jan 2026 Sous Chef

Brentwood, Essex  10.8 miles

Hallmark Hutton View
  • Full Time
  • £15.14 per hour
  • £15.14 per hour

Craft Culinary Delights: Join Our Bighearted Team as a Sous Chef at Hallmark Luxury Care Homes and Serve up Joyful Dining Experiences! Position: Sous Chef Location: Hutton View Care Home Type: Full Time - 40 - 4 x 10 Hours shifts - Alternate weekends Salary: £15.14 At Hallmark Luxury Care Homes, we're dedicated to cherishing every moment and providing exceptional care that supports residents to live...

Posted 02 Jan 2026 Junior Sous Chef

Brentwood, Essex  10.8 miles

Hallmark Hutton View
  • Full Time
  • £14.26 per hour

Embark on a Culinary Journey: Join Our Culinary Team as a Junior Sous Chef at Hallmark Luxury Care Homes and Craft Delicious Memories! Position: Junior Sous Chef Location: Hutton View care Home Type: Full Time - 4 x 10 hour shifts - Alternate weekends Salary: £14.26 At Hallmark Luxury Care Homes, we're dedicated to cherishing every moment and providing exceptional care that supports residents to live...

Posted 16 Jan 2026 Head Chef

Redbridge, London  12.3 miles

Chestnut Manor Care Home
  • Full Time
  • £35k - 40k per year

Head Chef – Wanstead, East London Location: Chestnut Manor Care Home, 63 Cambridge Park, Wanstead, London, E11 2PR Salary: Up to £40,000 per annum. Dependent on experience and qualifications Hours: 40 hours per week Shifts: 7:00am to 5:30pm, shifts across Monday to Sunday, working 4 days over 7 Job type: Permanent Come and make a difference with the team at Westgate Healthcare! We are seeking a passionate...

Posted 07 Jan 2026 Head Chef

Benfleet, Essex  13.0 miles

Elizabeth House
  • Full Time
  • £15.50 - £16.00 per hour
  • £15.50 – £16.00 per hour

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...

Posted 21 Jan 2026 Regional Head Chef

Benfleet, Essex  13.1 miles

Runwood Homes Ltd
  • Full Time
  • £17.00 per hour
  • £17.00 per hour

Regional Head Chef To cover a cluster of homes in Essex & Hertfordshire 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 our Hospitality team. You will work alongside our Regional Support Chef & Group Hospitality Manager to support kitchen operations across multiple care home sites within a region/ cluster,...

Posted 01 Jan 2026 Sous Chef

Bromley, London  14.3 miles

Aria Care
  • Full Time
  • £14.00

About the Home: Sundridge Court Nursing Home, 19 Edward Road, Bromley, Kent, BR1 3NG 30 Bedded, Residential, Nursing & Dementia Home CQC Rating – Good Rated 9.5 on Carehome.co.uk About the role Sous Chef 22 hours per week £14.00 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 highly...

Posted 06 Jan 2026 Peripatetic Chef

Rayleigh, Essex  14.3 miles

Barchester Healthcare Ltd
  • Full Time
  • £17.00 per hour

Are you a qualified Chef looking for more of a work life balance whilst looking for an opportunity to make what you do matter? We are currently looking for a Peripatetic Chef to join the Barchester family to help support our care homes in and around our the region. Great opportunity to help support several teams and homes in delivering high quality fresh food. Here at the Barchester family, we work...

Posted 19 Jan 2026 Head Chef

Rayleigh, Essex  14.8 miles

Rosedale Court
  • Full Time
  • £15.00 per hour

Head Chef Care Home: Rosedale Court Hours per week: 40 Salary: £15 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 autonomy in creating nutritious, flavoursome, and well-balanced...

Posted 06 Jan 2026 Bank Chef

Sevenoaks, Kent  15.0 miles

Aria Care
  • Full Time
  • £14.65 per hour
  • £14.65 per hour

About the Home: Kippingtons Nursing Home, Grange Road, Oak Lane, Sevenoaks, TN13 2PG 55 Bed Residential, Nursing & Dementia Home CQC Rating – Good About the role Bank Chef Bank Hours £14.65 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 highly skilled chefs to create fresh nutritious...

Posted 20 Jan 2026 COOK

Beckenham, London  15.4 miles

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 21 Jan 2026 Cook

Westcliff-on-Sea, Essex  15.8 miles

Crowstone House
  • Part Time
  • £13.00 per hour

Second Chef Care Home: Crowstone House Hours per week: 16 hours per week (2 days per week) Salary: £12.22 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...

Posted 09 Jan 2026 Chef

Buckhurst Hill, Essex  16.3 miles

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 29 Jan 2026 Cook

Epping, Essex  18.0 miles

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 29 Jan 2026 Head Chef - Care Home

Southwark, London  18.3 miles

Barchester Healthcare Ltd
  • Full Time
  • £38,000.00 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 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 27 Jan 2026 Second Chef - Care Home

Southwark, London  18.3 miles

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 08 Jan 2026 Assistant Chef

Chelmsford, Essex  19.1 miles

HC-One
  • Full Time
  • £13.25 to £13.60 per hour
  • £13.25 – £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 08 Jan 2026 Chef

Chelmsford, Essex  19.1 miles

HC-One
  • Full Time
  • £14.20 to £14.80 per hour
  • £14.20 – £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 12 Jan 2026 Head Chef

Waltham Abbey, Essex  19.8 miles

Tallis House
  • Full Time
  • To be discussed

Head Chef Care Home: Tallis House Hours per week: 40 Salary: To be discussed 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 autonomy in creating nutritious, flavoursome, and well-balanced...

Posted 23 Jan 2026 Chef

South Croydon, London  20.0 miles

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 27 Jan 2026 Second Chef - Bank - Care Home

Sittingbourne, Kent  20.0 miles

Barchester Healthcare Ltd
  • Full Time
  • £18.75 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 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 nutritious, flavoursome and well balanced menus whilst working...

Posted 14 hours ago Peripatetic Chef

Haringey, London  20.3 miles

Barchester Healthcare Ltd
  • Full Time
  • £19.00 per hour

Are you a qualified Chef looking for more of a work life balance whilst looking for an opportunity to make what you do matter? We are currently looking for a Peripatetic Chef to join the Barchester family to help support our care homes in and around our the region. Great opportunity to help support several teams and homes in delivering high quality fresh food. Here at the Barchester family, we work...