Cook Work, Jobs in Dedham, Ess (with Salaries)

Chef (Bank)
Aurem Care —Colchester
- £14.28 an hour
- Part-time
- Hospitality
- Cooking
- Organisational skills
- Free parking
- Annual leave
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Cook
KFC —Colchester
- Up to £12.71 an hour
- Full-time
- Restaurant
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
5d
Food and Beverage - Commis Chef - Q02
Parkdean Resorts —Walton-on-the-Naze
- £14.23 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Cooking
- Resort
- Store discount
- Employee assistance programme
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Griddle Cook
The Fish Inn —Clacton-on-Sea
- Part-time
- Heavy lifting
- Maintenance
- Organisational skills
- Free parking
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11d
Cook/Chef
Woodlands Residential Home for Ladies —Colchester
- £12.90 - £14.00 an hour
- Part-time
- Hospitality
- Culinary experience
- Cooking
- Store discount
- Employee discount
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8d
Cook
KFC Ardleigh- Ipswich Road —Colchester
- Up to £12.71 an hour
- Full-time
- Employee discount
6d
Breakfast Chef
Stoke by Nayland Resort —Colchester
- Up to £16.77 an hour
- Hotel
- Communication skills
- Resort
- Free parking
- Employee assistance programme
Breakfast Chef/Commis Chef
Jenkins cafe —Colchester
- Full-time
- Serving
- Culinary experience
- Cooking
- Employee discount
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Chef/Cook
The New Times —Colchester
- £12.71 - £16.00 an hour
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Cooking
- In-person
- Free parking
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13d
Chefs - All Levels
Stoke by Nayland Resort —Colchester
- From £12.77 an hour
- Bar
- Cooking
- Hotel
- Free parking
- Employee assistance programme
Assistant Cook
Elior UK —Ipswich
- £14.27 an hour
- Part-time
- IT
- School
- Kitchen experience
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9d
Hotel Kitchen - Team Member
Premier Inn —Colchester
- Up to £13.06 an hour
- Full-time
- Cooking
- Hotel
- Employee discount
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Chef de Partie
Silver Birch Care Home —Ipswich
- Up to £15.50 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Cooking
- Organisational skills
- In-person
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Cook
Keys Children —Colchester
- £13,988 - £14,716 a year
- Part-time
- School
- Employee discount
- Referral programme
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17h
School Cook
Autism Anglia —Colchester
- £15,356.88 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Hospitality
- School
- Free parking
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2d
Kitchen Team Member
Mill Race Moto —Colchester
- £10.85 - £14.50 an hour
- Overtime
- Hospitality
- Bakery
- In-person
- Free parking
- Store discount
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1h
Grill Cook
SMASHED —Braintree
- £13 - £16 an hour
- Part-time
- In-person
- Kitchen experience
- Free parking
- Employee discount
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Back of House Team Member
JRK Restaurants —Colchester
- Part-time
- Fast casual restaurant
- Restaurant
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
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Chef
Pub & Social - BRA_202 —Mile End
- Part-time
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
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Chef at The Freston Boot
The Freston Boot Limited —Ipswich
- £13.50 - £16.00 an hour
- Part-time
- Culinary experience
- Cooking
- In-person
- Free parking
- Employee discount
Quick apply

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Chef (Bank)

Aurem Care -
Colchester

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Job details

Part-time
£14.28 an hour

Benefits

Free parking
Annual leave
Company pension
Employee assistance programme
Flexible schedule
Life insurance
On-site parking

Qualifications

Hospitality
Food management
Care home
Cooking
Catering
Organisational skills
Food Hygiene Certificate
Care plans
Food safety
Communication skills

Full job description

Job Ref: AUR1571

Branch: The Oaks Care Home

Location: The Oaks Care Home, Colchester

Contract type: Casual

Hours: Part Time

Hours per week: Bank hours - 0 hour contract

Posted date: 09/06/2026

Closing date: 09/08/2026

Make a Difference Through Great Food

Are you passionate about cooking and creating nutritious, delicious meals?

Do you enjoy making a positive impact on people's lives through food and hospitality?

At Aurem Care, we understand that mealtimes are an important part of our residents' day. We're looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Cook to join our kitchen team and help provide high-quality meals that support the wellbeing and enjoyment of our residents.

About the Role

Working closely with the Head Chef, you will play a key role in delivering nutritious, well-balanced meals while maintaining the highest standards of food safety, hygiene, and service.

This is a rewarding role where you'll have the opportunity to engage with residents, understand their preferences, and contribute to creating a positive dining experience.

Key Responsibilities

Support the Head Chef in the day-to-day running of the kitchen.
Supervise and support kitchen assistants and trainees, identifying any training needs.
Prepare and cook nutritious meals to a high standard.
Prepare special dietary meals in accordance with residents' care plans and nutritional requirements.
Ensure excellent service delivery at all meal times.
Complete and maintain all HACCP documentation accurately.
Maintain high standards of food hygiene, cleanliness, and kitchen safety.
Monitor food quality, presentation, and portion control.
Assist with menu planning and development.
Report any equipment faults or maintenance issues promptly.
Manage stock rotation and assist with ordering and stock control.
Undertake the responsibilities of the Head Chef in their absence.
Carry out any reasonable duties required to support the smooth running of the home.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will:

Have previous cooking experience, ideally within a care, healthcare, hospitality, or catering environment.
Have knowledge of nutritional requirements and special diets.
Be confident with stock control, ordering, and food management procedures.
Have a good understanding of food safety and hygiene practices.
Possess strong communication and organisational skills.
Be able to prioritise tasks and work effectively under pressure.
Enjoy engaging with residents and supporting positive dining experiences.
Be able to work independently and as part of a team.
Hold a Food Hygiene qualification (desirable).

What We Offer

Working Hours

Bank contract, offering flexible working hours during weekdays and weekends

Benefits

Rate of Pay: £14.28 per hour
28 days annual leave including bank holidays (pro rata for part-time contracts)
Life insurance
Free DBS check (subject to TCs)
Free on-site parking
Company pension scheme
Wagestream – access earned wages before payday
Employee Assistance Programme providing healthcare and mental wellbeing support
Access to our e-learning platform, Hippo
Fully funded apprenticeship opportunities
Annual salary review
A supportive organisation where people are valued, respected, and empowered

Important Note

Aurem Care is not a sponsoring organisation. All applicants must already possess the right to work in the UK or be able to secure it independently.

Why Join Aurem Care?

Aurem Care is proud to have been recognised with the prestigious Top 20 Care Home Group award by carehome.co.uk, reflecting our commitment to delivering exceptional care and support across our homes.

We believe our care homes should be happy homes, where residents feel valued, comfortable, and cared for, and where colleagues enjoy being part of a supportive and rewarding team.

Our values are at the heart of everything we do:

Diversity | Integrity | Fun | Committed | Connecting

If these values resonate with you and you're ready to make a difference then apply now and become a vital part of the Aurem Care family!

The Oaks care home in Colchester provides expert, warm, person-centred care for up to 61 older people who require dementia, nursing or residential support.The Oaks has a beautifully decorated and homely feel. There’s always a full diary of fun social events and activities, thanks to our dedicated activities co-ordinators. Mealtimes are carefully planned with delicious, fresh food cooked on-site and our fully trained, friendly team of carers and nurses are on hand 24/7, whenever needed. The home is spacious and with a warm and welcoming atmosphere, bedrooms are beautifully decorated, while the coffee lounge, cinema lounge and open-plan dining room offer the perfect place for you to relax or socialise in. We have the added benefit of being surrounded by large gardens and well-manicured lawns, which were created by award winning gardener, author and lecturer, Beth Chatto.

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