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Create comforting meals that truly matter. Blue Arrow offers care home chef positions where you can provide nutritious and enjoyable food for residents. Whether you're seeking flexible work or a permanent role, find rewarding opportunities in care home catering today.

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  • JN -092026-133207_1790074804
    • £17 - £21 per hour
    • Mansfield, Nottinghamshire
    • Employment Type Unspecified

    Chef's Environments: Hotels, Restaurants, Pubs, Events, Golf clubs and many more….. Position: Relief Chefs (Various Levels) Location: Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Rate: £17-£21 per hour About the Role: We're on the hunt for passionate, reliable ...

  • JN -092026-133712_1790076513
    • £17.00 - £19.00 per hour + Holiday Pay, Pension
    • Leeds, West Yorkshire
    • Full-Time

    Pay Rate: £17 per hour Monday to Friday and £19 per hour weekends Contract Type: Temporary agency work, flexible shifts, part-time and full-time hours available Blue Arrow Leeds is currently recruiting experienced Chefs for flexible agency chef ...

  • JN -092026-133713_1790077415
    • £17.00 - £19.00 per hour + Holiday Pay, Pension
    • Kingston Upon Hull, East Riding of Yorkshire
    • Temporary

    Head Chef in Hull Location: Hull and surrounding areas Pay Rate: £17 per hour Monday to Friday and £19 per hour weekends Contract Type: Temporary agency work, flexible shifts, part-time and full-time hours available Blue Arrow is recruiting exp...

  • JN -092026-133714_1790078322
    • £15 - £16 per hour
    • Reading, Berkshire
    • Contractor

    Maintenance Manager 📍 Reading, Berkshire 💷 Competitive Hourly Rate (Dependent on Experience) 🕒 Part-Time | 2 Days per Week | 8:00am - 4:00pm Must have Enhanced Adult DBS About the Role We are seeking an experienced and multi-skilled Maintenance...

  • JN -092026-133718_1790079522
    • £12.71 - £13.50 per hour + Holiday Pay, Pension
    • Leeds, West Yorkshire
    • Temporary

    Catering Assistant in Leeds - Enhanced DBS Essential Blue Arrow Leeds Team is currently recruiting experienced and enthusiastic Catering and Kitchen Assistants for temporary catering jobs in schools and care homes across Leeds and the surrounding ...

  • JN -092026-133717_1790082367
    • Up to £12.71 per hour
    • Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire
    • Temporary

    Part-Time Temporary Administrator Location: Newcastle-under-Lyme Hours: 6 hours per week Wage: £12.71ph Contract: Temporary Working Pattern: Flexible across 1 or 2 days per week About the Role We are recruiting for a reliable and organised Pa...

  • JN -092026-133743_1790087509
    • £16 - £21 per hour
    • Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
    • Contractor

    Head Chef Opportunities | North East England £16.00 - £21.00 per hour Are you an experienced Head Chef ready for your next challenge? We are recruiting talented and passionate Head Chefs for a range of exciting opportunities across the North Ea...

  • JN -092026-133745_1790087869
    • £15 - £20 per hour
    • Gateshead, Tyne and Wear
    • Contractor

    Sous Chef Opportunities | North East England £15.00 - £20.00 per hour Are you a talented Sous Chef looking for your next challenge? We are recruiting experienced Sous Chefs for a range of exciting opportunities across the North East , working w...

  • JN -092026-133208_1790092802
    • £19 - £34 per hour
    • Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire
    • Employment Type Unspecified

    Chefs Environment: Prison catering - chefs to work within prisons Location: Staffordshire, Burton Upon Trent, Litchfield, Uttoxeter, Telford, Stoke on Trent, Newcastle Under Lyme, Crewe, Congleton, Leek & surrounding areas Pay: From £19 pe...

  • JN -092026-133156_1789974025
    • £17.50 - £21 per hour
    • Winsford, Cheshire
    • Employment Type Unspecified

    Chefs Environments: Hotels, Restaurants, pubs, events, golf clubs, plus many more… Location: Crewe, Winsford, Stoke-on-Trent, Leek, Stafford, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Congleton, Shrewsbury, Telford, Nantwich, and surrounding areas Pay: £17.50 to £2...

  • JN -092026-133658_1789988466
    • £17 - £21 per hour
    • Lincoln, Lincolnshire
    • Contractor

    Relief Chefs wanted | Lincoln | Blue Arrow Are you a talented chef looking for flexibility, variety and regular work? Blue Arrow is recruiting experienced Relief Chefs to join our growing team across Lincoln and the surrounding areas . We have ...

  • JN -092026-133662_1789991271
    • Up to £12.71 per hour
    • Canterbury, Kent
    • Temporary

    Catering Assistants 📍 Canterbury and surrounding areas (multiple sites) 💷 Competitive hourly pay | Weekly pay available 🕒 Flexible shifts - part-time & full-time opportunities Blue Arrow is currently recruiting Catering Assistants to work a...

  • JN -092026-133154_1789891211
    • £17 - £20 per hour
    • Alfreton, Derbyshire
    • Temporary

    Chefs Location: Derby, Derbyshire and surrounding areas Establishments: Schools Colleges, Care & Nursing homes Retirement villages and nurseries. Contract type: Temporary - some contracts may lead to permanent after successful period. Hour...

  • JN -092026-133526_1789721997
    • £13.50 - £20 per hour
    • Dundee
    • Employment Type Unspecified

    Chefs Required | All Levels Welcome We're recruiting talented Chefs to support a range of clients across Dundee, Perth, Angus, Fife and surrounding areas . We have opportunities for: Commis Chefs Chef de Partie Sous Chefs Head Chefs Relief Chef...

  • JN -092026-133570_1789722610
    • £16.00 - £18.00 per hour
    • Glasgow
    • Temporary

    Chefs Wanted Glasgow & West of Scotland Blue Arrow is looking for talented and reliable Chefs to join our established team, working across Glasgow and the West of Scotland . If you're passionate about food, thrive in a fast-paced kitchen e...

  • JN -092026-133420_1789724677
    • £16 - £18 per hour
    • Essex
    • Employment Type Unspecified

    Agency Chefs Required Across Essex Schools | Care Homes | Nurseries Flexible Work * Competitive Pay * Immediate Starts Available Are you a passionate and reliable Chef looking for flexible work across Essex? We are currently recruiting experienced...

  • JN -092026-133511_1789738013
    • £16.00 - £22.00 per hour
    • Bournemouth, Dorset
    • Temporary

    Agency Chefs Wanted - Bournemouth and Dorset Area Pay: £16.00 - £22.00 per hour Benefits: Weekly Pay & Holiday Pay We are currently recruiting experienced Chefs and Chef Managers to join a variety of catering and hospitality settings across ...

  • JN -092026-133363_1789742404
    • £16.00 - £25.00 per hour
    • Newbury, Berkshire
    • Temporary

    👨‍🍳 Temporary Chefs Wanted - West Berkshire & Surrounding Areas Flexible Hours | Excellent Rates of Pay | Immediate Starts Available Are you an experienced chef looking for flexible work across a variety of hospitality and catering environme...

  • JN -092026-133627_1789747249
    • £17.00 - £30.00 per hour
    • Harpenden, Hertfordshire
    • Employment Type Unspecified

    Chef Harpenden, Watford, Hemel Hempstead, St Albans and surrounding areas in Hertfordshire, £17.00-£30.00 p/h Blue Arrow is recruiting for all levels of chefs to join our team, working at various client sites around St Albans, Hatfield, Harpenden,...

  • JN -092026-133485_1789644142
    • £17 - £22 per hour + + holiday pay + Weekend enhancements
    • Basingstoke, Hampshire
    • Employment Type Unspecified

    Head Chef - Care Home Basingstoke, Hampshire Full-Time/Part time Lead a Kitchen That Makes a Difference We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Head Chef to lead the catering operation within a welcoming care homes in Basingstoke . This rew...

  • JN -092026-133334_1789647795
    • £17 - £25 per hour + + holiday pay + Weekend enhancements
    • Andover, Hampshire
    • Employment Type Unspecified

    Head Chef - Schools & Care Homes Basingstoke & Surrounding Areas £17.00 - £25.00 per hour | Temporary Ongoing Assignments | Weekly Pay Looking for Flexible Head Chef Work? We're currently recruiting experienced and dedicated Head Chefs t...

  • JN -092026-133501_1789651144
    • Negotiable
    • Swindon, Wiltshire
    • Employment Type Unspecified

    Job Description Blue Arrow are currently recruiting reliable and enthusiastic Catering Assistants to work across a variety of catering environments in Swindon, Chippenham, Royal Wootton Bassett, Marlborough, Cirencester and surrounding areas . ...

  • JN -092026-133503_1789651768
    • £14 - £18 per hour
    • Swindon, Wiltshire
    • Temporary

    Are you an experienced Chef de Partie looking for flexible work, excellent rates of pay, and the opportunity to work in a variety of professional kitchens? Blue Arrow is currently recruiting skilled Chef de Parties to support our clients across ...

  • JN -092026-133364_1789653107
    • £30000 - £31000 per annum
    • Oxfordshire
    • Full-Time

    re available right away, and shifts are filling fast. Apply n Are you an experienced Chef Manager seeking flexible work that suits your schedule? Blue Arrow is looking for skilled and enthusiastic Chef Managers to support a variety of catering set...

  • JN -092026-133498_1789653380
    • £16.00 - £22.00 per hour + Holiday Pay, Pension
    • Horsham, West Sussex
    • Temporary

    Agency Chefs Wanted - Horsham and Surrounding Area Pay: £16.00 - £22.00 per hour Benefits: Weekly Pay & Holiday Pay We are currently recruiting experienced Chefs and Chef Managers to join a variety of catering and hospitality settings across...

  • JN -092026-133369_1789656380
    • £16.50 - £18.00 per hour
    • Oxfordshire
    • Contract To Hire

    y Chef - Rehabilitation Centre Are you a passionate Chef looking for a rewarding role where you can make a positive difference to people's wellbeing? Blue Arrow is recruiting experienced Chefs to work within rehabilitation centres, preparing nutr...

  • JN -092026-133457_1789656790
    • £16 - £20 per hour
    • Swindon, Wiltshire
    • Employment Type Unspecified

    More Than a Chef. Help Make a Difference Every Day. A great meal can brighten someone's day, support recovery, improve wellbeing, and help children learn and thrive. We're working with schools, colleges, care homes, residential settings, healthcar...

  • JN -092026-133460_1789657079
    • £12.71 - £15.00 per hour
    • Swindon, Wiltshire
    • Employment Type Unspecified

    Looking for Flexible Work Where You Can Make a Real Difference? A great meal, a friendly face, and excellent service can have a positive impact on someone's day. We're working with schools, colleges, care homes, healthcare providers, and specialis...

  • JN -092026-133380_1789657695
    • £17.00 - £18.00 per hour
    • Oxfordshire
    • Full-Time

    School Chef Are you a talented Chef looking for a rewarding role with excellent work-life balance? We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic School Chef to join a busy catering team, preparing nutritious, high-quality meals for pupils, staff,...

  • JN -092026-133535_1789659035
    • £40000.00 - £42500.00 per annum
    • Oxfordshire
    • Full-Time

    Head Chef Reports To: Care Home Manager Hours: Flexible according to service needs, including weekends and public holidays Job Purpose To oversee the day-to-day operation of the kitchen, ensuring the delivery of nutritious, appealing, and well...

  • JN -092026-133336_1789659729
    • £12.71 - £13.00 per hour
    • Watford, Hertfordshire
    • Employment Type Unspecified

    Kitchen staff required - Full time and part time shifts available - Variety of working locations - Immediate shifts available. Hemel Hempstead, Watford, St Albans £12.70 - £12.99 per hour, weekends pay even more! Working at various client site...

  • JN -092026-133155_1789542014
    • £17 - £20 per hour
    • Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
    • Employment Type Unspecified

    Chefs Environments: Schools, Nurseries, Care & nursing homes and retirement villages Location : Nottingham & Nottinghamshire Contract type: Temporary ongoing Hourly rate : £17p/h to £21p/h dependant on experience, job role, and environme...

  • JN -092026-133421_1789562723
    • £13.40 - £13.95 per hour + 30hrs p/w
    • Bembridge, Isle of Wight
    • Employment Type Unspecified

    Chef 📍 Healthcare Site, Bembridge, Isle of Wight 💷 £13.95 per hour ⏰ 30 Hours per Week 📅 3 x 10-Hour Shifts | 4 Days Off Every Week 🏥 Healthcare Catering Environment Looking for a Chef Role with Outstanding Work-Life Balance? We are r...

  • JN -092026-133314_1789387912
    • Up to £16.00 per hour + Work Life Balance
    • Burnham-On-Sea, Somerset
    • Employment Type Unspecified

    Lead Chef | £16.00 per Hour | Burnham-on-Sea | 36 Hours per Week 📍 Burnham-on-Sea ⏰ 36 Hours per Week | Shift Work & Alternate Weekends 💷 £16.00 per Hour We are recruiting for an experienced and motivated Lead Chef to oversee the kitche...

  • JN -082026-132745_1789399778
    • £12.71 - £13.50 per hour
    • Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
    • Temporary

    Kitchen Assistant - Flexible Work Available 📍 Cambridge 💷 £12.71 - £13.50 per hour 🕒 Flexible shifts to suit your availability Blue Arrow is currently recruiting Kitchen Assistants to join our growing team, supporting a range of clients acros...

  • JN -092026-133272_1789130426
    • Up to £12.71 per hour
    • Blyth, Northumberland
    • Employment Type Unspecified

    Blue Arrow are currently recruiting for a Catering Assistant to join a friendly and hardworking team within a school in Blyth. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous catering experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced enviro...

  • JN -092026-133293_1789139650
    • Up to £42500.00 per annum
    • Oxfordshire
    • Full-Time

    Head Chef Reports To: Home Manager Hours: As required, including weekends and bank holidays Job Purpose To lead and manage the kitchen team in delivering high-quality, nutritious, and appetising meals for residents, visitors, and staff. The Head...

  • JN -092026-133222_1789040829
    • Up to £16.50 per hour + Overtime Paid & Evenings Off
    • Bournemouth, Dorset
    • Employment Type Unspecified

    Head Chef - Boscombe, Bournemouth | £16.50 per Hour | No Evenings! A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Head Chef to join a welcoming care facility in Boscombe, Bournemouth . You'll lead a small kitchen team, producing fresh, n...

  • JN -092026-133159_1788937179
    • £12.71 - £13.71 per annum
    • Durham, County Durham
    • Employment Type Unspecified

    Catering Assistant (12-Month Temporary Contract) Location: Durham Care Home Pay Rate: £12.71 per hour Contract: 12-Month Temporary Contract Hours: 5 days out of 7 on a rota basis, including weekends About the Role We are looking for an experienced...

  • JN -092026-133162_1788941252
    • £12.71 - £13.00 per hour
    • Cannock, Staffordshire
    • Employment Type Unspecified

    Catering Assistant Location: Cannock & Surrounding Areas Contract Type: Temporary, Ongoing & Flexible Assignments Pay Rate: £12.71 - £13.00 per hour, dependent on experience, client requirements, shift patterns, and working environment....

  • JN -092026-133163_1788943456
    • Up to £12.71 per hour
    • Telford, Shropshire
    • Employment Type Unspecified

    Key responsibilities: Assist with the preparation and serving of meals, snacks, and beverages for residents. Ensure meals are presented attractively and served in a timely manner. Support residents during mealtimes in a respectful and caring manne...

  • JN -092026-132978_1788947283
    • £12.71 - £18.00 per hour
    • Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire
    • Employment Type Unspecified

    Chef Roles Available - Middlesbrough (Care Homes) £16.00 - £19.00 per hour | Flexible Shifts | Better Work-Life Balance Are you a passionate chef ready to move away from the fast-paced restaurant scene? Looking for a role with more stability, flex...

  • JN -082026-132521_1788956772
    • Up to £35000.00 per annum + Work Life Balance
    • Totton and Eling, Hampshire
    • Employment Type Unspecified

    Chef 📍 Ashurst Area, Hampshire 💷 Salary: Up to £35,000 ⏰ Full Time | Day Shifts Only ✅ Immediate Start Available Looking for a Chef Role with Better Work-Life Balance? We're recruiting on behalf of a well-respected care home in the Ashurs...

  • JN -092026-133101_1788850120
    • £17 - £20 per hour
    • Derby, Derbyshire
    • Full-Time

    Relief Chefs Pay: £17-£20 p/h (dependent on level, experience & shift patterns,) Shifts: Breakfast Shifts | Days | Evenings | Weekends | Immediate starts Contract: Temporary - full‑time & part‑time available Locations: Derby & Der...

  • JN -092026-133103_1788853922
    • £17 - £20 per hour
    • Uttoxeter, Staffordshire
    • Employment Type Unspecified

    Chef Environments - Schools, Colleges, Nurseries, Care homes, Retirement villages and any other DBS environments. Locations: Uttoxter, Tamworth, Burton Upon Trent, Litchfield, Ashby-de-la-Zouch, Staffordshire and surrounding areas Pay: £17.00 per...

  • JN -092026-133105_1788854885
    • £16.00 - £22.00 per hour + Holiday Pay, Pension
    • Guildford, Surrey
    • Part-Time

    Chefs & Chef Managers Wanted | Surrey Area Pay: £16.00 - £22.00 per hour Benefits: Weekly Pay & Holiday Pay We are currently recruiting experienced Chefs and Chef Managers to join a variety of catering and hospitality settings across the...

  • JN -092026-133112_1788860690
    • £12.71 - £13 per hour
    • Lichfield, Staffordshire
    • Employment Type Unspecified

    Catering Assistant Location: Lichfield & Surrounding Areas Contract Type: Temporary, Ongoing and Ad-Hoc Assignments Pay Rate: £12.71 - £13.00 per hour, dependent on experience, client placement, shift patterns and work environment Looking f...

  • JN -092026-133114_1788861419
    • £12.71 - £13 per hour
    • Tamworth, Staffordshire
    • Employment Type Unspecified

    Catering Assistant Location: Tamworth & Nearby Areas Contract Type: Temporary, Flexible and Ongoing Opportunities Pay Rate: £12.71 - £13.00 per hour, depending on experience, assignment type, shift pattern and client requirements Looking fo...

  • JN -092026-132976_1788874522
    • Negotiable
    • Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
    • Employment Type Unspecified

    Care Home Chef (Weekend Shifts) Location: Newcastle, Gateshead and Morpeth Hours: Between 7:00am and 6:00pm (Weekend Shifts) Pay Rate: £18.00 - £20.00 per hour Contract Type: Ad Hoc / Temporary Are you an experienced Chef looking for flexible ...

  • JN -092026-133138_1788878713
    • £17 - £19 per hour
    • Derby, Derbyshire
    • Employment Type Unspecified

    Chefs - Care Homes/Nurseries/Schools/Hospitality Venues Derby & surrounding areas | Flexible Work | Competitive Pay | £17 per hour Blue Arrow is currently recruiting experienced chefs with an Enhanced DBS to work across a range of care homes a...

  • JN -092026-133139_1788879561
    • £17 - £24 per hour
    • Newark, Nottinghamshire
    • Employment Type Unspecified

    Work When You Want. Cook What You Love. Blue Arrow Nottingham is on the lookout for passionate, reliable Relief Chefs to join our growing culinary team. Whether you are looking to increase your income, gain flexibility, or enjoy variety in your wo...

  • JN -092026-133141_1788879990
    • £17 - £19 per hour
    • Lincoln, Lincolnshire
    • Employment Type Unspecified

    Relief Chefs Wanted - Lincoln | Blue Arrow Are you a talented chef looking for flexibility, variety and regular work? Blue Arrow is recruiting experienced Relief Chefs to join our growing team across Lincoln and the surrounding areas . We have ...

  • JN -092026-133086_1788791775
    • £16 - £18 per hour
    • Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
    • Employment Type Unspecified

    Enhanced DBS Relief Chefs Wanted - Flexible Agency Work with Blue Arrow Location: Nottinghamshire Pay Rate: Competitive hourly rates, paid weekly Are you an experienced chef with a valid Enhanced DBS check? Looking for flexible work that fits ar...

  • JN -092026-133024_1788515703
    • £16 - £24 per hour
    • Maidstone, Kent
    • Temporary

    If you're a chef who's fed up with the same four walls, the same menu, or being tied into shifts that don't suit your life, we'd like to hear from you. We're looking for chefs of all levels, from Chef de Partie through to senior Chefs, to support ...

  • JN -062026-130739_1788521777
    • £17 - £20 per hour
    • Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
    • Employment Type Unspecified

    Chefs Needed - Cambridge 📍 Cambridge & surrounding areas 💷 £17.00 - £21.00 per hour (depending on experience) 🕒 Flexible working hours Blue Arrow is currently recruiting experienced Chefs of all levels to join our team in Cambridge , ...

  • JN -092026-132994_1788525430
    • £12.71 - £13.71 per hour
    • Tunbridge Wells, Kent
    • Temporary

    Catering Assistants 📍 Tunbridge Wells and surrounding areas (multiple sites) 💷 Competitive hourly pay | Weekly pay available 🕒 Flexible shifts - part-time & full-time opportunities Blue Arrow is currently recruiting Catering Assistants to w...

  • JN -092026-133054_1788533324
    • £17 - £22 per hour + Holiday pay
    • Plymouth, Devon
    • Employment Type Unspecified

    Sous Chef | Flexible Hours | Up to £20+ Per Hour | Weekly Pay At Blue Arrow, we're looking for talented Sous Chefs across Plymouth, Exeter & Taunton/Yeovil and the surrounding area who want more control over their schedule without compromising...

  • JN -082026-132399_1788424304
    • £17 - £19 per hour
    • Sheffield, South Yorkshire
    • Temporary

    🌟 Head Chef - Schools & Care Homes (Flexible Agency Shifts) 🌟 Pay: £17 per hour (Mon-Fri) £19 per hour (Weekends) Are you an experienced Head Chef with a passion for delivering high‑quality, nutritious meals within schools or care homes ?...

  • JN -092026-133004_1788452093
    • Negotiable
    • Northampton, Northamptonshire
    • Employment Type Unspecified

    Location: Northampton and surrounding areas Job Type: Temporary / Ad Hoc Agency Work Salary: Competitive hourly rates, paid weekly Are you a passionate and reliable Chef looking for flexible work that fits around your lifestyle? We are currentl...

  • JN -092026-133005_1788452318
    • Negotiable
    • Kettering, Northamptonshire
    • Employment Type Unspecified

    Location: Kettering and surrounding areas Job Type: Temporary / Ad Hoc Agency Work Salary: Competitive hourly rates, paid weekly Are you an experienced Chef looking for flexible work that fits around your lifestyle and commitments? We are curre...

  • JN -092026-133006_1788452525
    • Negotiable
    • Bedfordshire
    • Employment Type Unspecified

    Location: Bedford and surrounding areas Job Type: Temporary / Ad Hoc Agency Work Salary: Competitive hourly rates, paid weekly Are you a skilled and reliable Chef looking for flexible work that fits around your lifestyle? We are currently recru...

  • JN -072026-131908_1788341598
    • Up to £12.71 per hour
    • Dundee
    • Employment Type Unspecified

    General Assistants, Kitchen Porters & Front of House Staff Wanted - Dundee Area | Blue Arrow Looking for flexible work in hospitality? Join Blue Arrow today! Blue Arrow is currently recruiting General Assistants, Kitchen Porters and Front of ...

  • JN -092026-132877_1788256093
    • Up to £19.23 per hour
    • Hayes, London
    • Employment Type Unspecified

    Waste Collection Operative 📍 West London & Greater London (Based at UB3 3NB) 🕒 Monday to Friday - 40 hours per week 💼 Overtime available on Saturday Pay rate - £17.35 per hour About the Role We are currently seeking hardworking and reliable...

  • JN -092026-132876_1788256196
    • Up to £17.35 per hour
    • Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire
    • Employment Type Unspecified

    Waste Collection Operative 🕒 Monday to Friday - 40 hours per week 💼 Overtime available on Saturday Pay rate - £17.35 per hour About the Role We are currently seeking hardworking and reliable Waste Collection Operatives to join our team, working ...

  • JN -082026-132624_1787994013
    • £17.50 - £21 per hour
    • Telford, Shropshire
    • Employment Type Unspecified

    Chef Location: Stoke on Trent, Leek, Stafford, Newcastle Under Lyme, Congleton, Shrewbury, Telford, Nawich, Crewe Pay rates £17.50p/h to £21p/h - dependant of chef level, job roles, shifts and experience. enhanced rates on weekends, client dep...

  • JN -082026-132621_1787817603
    • £17.50 - £21 per hour
    • Crewe, Cheshire
    • Temporary

    Chef Environments: Schools, Nurseries, Trusts, Colleges, Care homes and Retirement Villages Location: Staffordshire Stoke on trent, Congleton, Leek, Kidsgrove Tunstall, Nantwich, Crewe, Stoke on trent, Buxton & surrounding areas Contract ty...

  • JN -082026-132779_1787822097
    • £12.71 - £13.71 per hour
    • Long Eaton, Derbyshire
    • Employment Type Unspecified

    Kitchen Assistant - Join the Blue Arrow Team - Flexible Work - Long Eaton Blue Arrow is proud to be one of the UK's leading recruitment specialists for hospitality and catering. We are currently looking for reliable and hardworking Kitchen Assista...

  • JN -082026-132784_1787823552
    • £15 - £16 per hour
    • Reading, Berkshire
    • Employment Type Unspecified

    Maintenance Support 📍 Reading, Berkshire 💷 Competitive Hourly Rate 🕒 Part-Time, Flexible (2 Days Per Week, 8:00am to 4:00pm) We're currently recruiting for a Maintenance Support professional to join a well-established care home in Reading. Th...

  • JN -082026-132801_1787832939
    • £12.71 - £13.00 per hour
    • Burton-On-Trent, Staffordshire
    • Employment Type Unspecified

    Catering Assistant Location: Burton upon Trent & Surrounding Areas Contract Type: Temporary, Ongoing & Ad Hoc Assignments Hourly Rate: £12.71ph - £13.00ph, depending on assignment, shift pattern and working environment Are you an experi...

  • JN -082026-132802_1787833287
    • £12.71 - £13.00 per hour
    • Uttoxeter, Staffordshire
    • Employment Type Unspecified

    Catering Assistant Location: Uttoxeter & Surrounding Areas Contract Type: Temporary, Ongoing & Flexible Assignments Hourly Rate: £12.71ph - £13.00ph, depending on experience, assignment type, shift pattern, and working environment Looki...

  • JN -082026-132818_1787843816
    • £12.71 - £13.71 per hour
    • Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire
    • Employment Type Unspecified

    Kitchen Assistant - Join the Blue Arrow Team - Flexible Work - Stoke-on-Trent Blue Arrow is proud to be one of the UK's leading recruitment specialists for hospitality and catering. We are currently looking for reliable and hardworking Kitchen Ass...

  • JN -082026-132819_1787844059
    • £12.71 - £13.71 per hour
    • Stone, Staffordshire
    • Employment Type Unspecified

    Kitchen Assistant - Join the Blue Arrow Team - Flexible Work - Stone Blue Arrow is proud to be one of the UK's leading recruitment specialists for hospitality and catering. We are currently looking for reliable and hardworking Kitchen Assistants t...

  • JN -082026-132664_1787871602
    • £17.00 - £21 per hour
    • Mansfield, Nottinghamshire
    • Employment Type Unspecified

    Chef Environments - Schools, Nurseries, Care homes, Retirement villages Locations: Opportunities available across Nottingham, Mansfield, Sutton-in-Ashfield, Kirkby-in-Ashfield, Arnold, Newark, Derby and surrounding areas. We also cover Beeston, ...

  • JN -082026-132729_1787729082
    • Negotiable
    • Newbury, Berkshire
    • Employment Type Unspecified

    Looking for a better work-life balance without compromising on pay? Are you an experienced Chef de Partie seeking flexible shifts, competitive rates, and the opportunity to work in a variety of professional kitchens across Berkshire? Blue Arrow ...

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    • £17.00 - £21.00 per hour
    • Lichfield, Staffordshire
    • Employment Type Unspecified

    Chef Location: Lichfield & Surrounding Areas Contract Type: Temporary, Ongoing & Ad Hoc Assignments Hourly Rate: £17.00ph to £21.00ph dependant on experience, job role, shift pattern and environment Are you a talented Chef looking for f...

  • JN -082026-132734_1787735280
    • £17.00 - £21.00 per hour
    • Tamworth, Staffordshire
    • Employment Type Unspecified

    Sous Chef Location: Tamworth & Surrounding Areas Contract Type: Temporary, Ongoing & Ad Hoc Assignments Hourly Rate: £17.00ph - £21.00ph, depending on experience, role, shift pattern, and working environment Looking for flexible chef wo...

  • JN -082026-132735_1787735613
    • £17.00 - £21.00 per hour
    • Burton-On-Trent, Staffordshire
    • Employment Type Unspecified

    Sous Chef Location: Burton upon Trent & Surrounding Areas Contract Type: Temporary, Ongoing & Flexible Assignments Hourly Rate: £17.00ph - £21.00ph, depending on experience, client site, shift pattern, and kitchen environment Ready for ...

  • JN -082026-132744_1787740098
    • £17.00 - £21.00 per hour
    • Uttoxeter, Staffordshire
    • Employment Type Unspecified

    Sous Chef Location: Uttoxeter & Surrounding Areas Contract Type: Temporary, Ongoing & Flexible Assignments Hourly Rate: £17.00ph - £21.00ph, depending on experience, assignment, shift pattern, and kitchen setting Want the freedom to cho...

  • JN -082026-132702_1787662118
    • £17.00 - £30.00 per hour
    • St. Albans, Hertfordshire
    • Temporary

    Chef St Albans and surrounding areas in Hertfordshire, £17.00-£30.00 p/h Blue Arrow is recruiting for all levels of chefs to join our team, working at various client sites around St Albans, Hatfield, Harpenden, Hemel Hempstead and Watford. Our si...

  • JN -082026-132705_1787662712
    • Up to £12.71 per hour
    • Belper, Derbyshire
    • Employment Type Unspecified

    Catering Assistant Blue Arrow is proud to be working in partnership with reputable schools and care homes in the Matlock area. We are currently seeking reliable and enthusiastic Catering Assistants to support busy kitchen teams on a part-time, ong...

  • JN -082026-132706_1787663195
    • Up to £12.71 per hour
    • Ripley, Derbyshire
    • Employment Type Unspecified

    Catering Assistant Blue Arrow is proud to be working in partnership with reputable schools and care homes in the Ripley area. We are currently seeking reliable and enthusiastic Catering Assistants to support busy kitchen teams on a part-time, ongo...

  • JN -082026-132618_1787562006
    • £17 - £20 per hour
    • Alfreton, Derbyshire
    • Temporary

    Chefs Location: Derby & surrounding areas £17 to £20 per hour Pay rate depends on chef level, job roles, shifts and experience. At the beginning of each job assignment, pay rates will be discussed before you start your role. Shifts: Var...

  • JN -082026-132662_1787582622
    • £17 - £39 per hour
    • Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire
    • Full-Time

    Chefs Environment: Prison catering - chefs to work within prisons Location: Staffordshire, Burton Upon Trent, Litchfield, Uttoxeter, Telford, Stoke on Trent, Newcastle Under Lyme, Crewe, Congleton, Leek & surrounding areas Pay: From £19 pe...

Care Home Chef Opportunities in the UK

Care Home Chef jobs play a vital role in maintaining the health and well-being of residents in care facilities. These roles require a balance of culinary expertise, creativity, and an understanding of dietary needs, making them uniquely rewarding. Whether you’re an experienced chef or new to the catering industry, care home chef jobs offer opportunities to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a stable and fulfilling career.

The care home catering sector offers a range of opportunities for chefs and cooks passionate about creating nutritious and delicious meals. Working in a care home kitchen often involves preparing tailored menus, meeting specific dietary requirements, and fostering a sense of community through food. With roles available for all experience levels, from entry-level cooks to senior chefs, this sector provides an excellent pathway for growth. Explore roles that suit your skills and availability in this rewarding field.

Explore Care Home Chef Jobs by Role

Care Home Chef jobs vary in responsibilities and requirements, allowing individuals to choose positions that align with their experience and career aspirations.

Entry-Level Care Home Cook Roles

Entry-level care home cook roles are ideal for those starting their career in catering. Responsibilities include basic food preparation, assisting senior chefs, and ensuring kitchen cleanliness. These positions provide valuable hands-on experience and a pathway to more advanced roles.

Senior Care Home Chef Positions

Senior care home chef positions involve overseeing kitchen operations, managing a team, and designing menus that meet residents' dietary and nutritional needs. These roles demand leadership skills, culinary expertise, and the ability to create meals that cater to a variety of preferences and requirements.

Specialist Dietary Roles in Care Homes

Specialist dietary roles focus on preparing meals for residents with specific dietary restrictions, such as allergies, diabetes, or texture-modified diets. These roles require a deep understanding of nutrition and an ability to adapt recipes while maintaining flavour and quality.

Care Home Chef Jobs by Contract Type

Whether you’re seeking full-time stability, part-time flexibility, or temporary work, care home chef jobs offer a variety of contract options to match your lifestyle.

Full-Time Care Home Chef Jobs

Full-time positions provide the security of stable employment and the chance to fully immerse yourself in the role. These jobs often include benefits such as holiday pay, training opportunities, and career progression within the organisation.

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Part-Time and Flexible Care Home Cook Roles

Part-time and flexible roles are perfect for those balancing other commitments. These positions allow for a healthy work-life balance while still contributing to the care home environment through your culinary skills.

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Temporary and Seasonal Care Home Catering Jobs

Temporary and seasonal roles are ideal for chefs seeking short-term employment or wishing to explore the care home catering sector. These positions often arise during peak periods, offering valuable experience and potential routes to permanent employment.

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Care Home Chef Jobs FAQ

What Are Care Home Chef Jobs?

Care home chef jobs involve preparing meals for care home residents, ensuring they are nutritious, delicious, and tailored to meet specific dietary needs.

What Skills Do I Need to Work as a Care Home Chef?

Key skills include culinary expertise, time management, creativity, and a strong understanding of dietary requirements. Communication and teamwork are also essential in a care home setting.

How Much Can I Earn as a Care Home Chef?

Salaries typically range from £27,000 to £34,000 per year, depending on the role, location, and level of experience.

Are There Flexible Roles for Care Home Chefs?

Yes, many care homes offer part-time and flexible chef roles, allowing you to tailor your work schedule to your personal commitments.