Cook Work, Jobs in Herne Bay (with Salaries)

Cook
Optima Care —Westgate on Sea
- £12.71 an hour
- Full-time
- Cooking
- English
- Organisational skills
- Referral programme
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9d
Restaurant Chef
Port Lympne hotel & reserve —Lympne
- Up to £16 an hour
- Part-time
- Cooking
- Hotel
- In-person
- Free parking
- Store discount
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11d
Commis Chef
Marston's Pubs —Whitstable
- Cooking
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Chef de Partie/Junior Sous
Pepper Box Inn —Maidstone
- £28,000 - £33,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- Cooking
- English
- Organisational skills
- Annual leave
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9d
Chef De Partie - No Late nights
Thomas Franks Ltd —Dover
- £14.25 an hour
- Weekend availability
- English
- Café
- School
- Free parking
- Employee assistance programme
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CHEF Required
Opus Care Limited —Ashford
- £13.77 an hour
- Full-time
- Culinary experience
- In-person
- Restaurant
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Commis Chef/Kitchen Assistant
The Bowl Inn —Ashford
- From £12.71 an hour
- Part-time
- Culinary experience
- Cooking
- Food service experience
- Free parking
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Kitchen Team Member
Premier Inn —Ramsgate
- Up to £13.06 an hour
- Part-time
- Cooking
- Hotel
- Employee discount
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Chef
Shepherd Neame —Canterbury
- £12.80 - £13.00 an hour
- Full-time
- Culinary experience
- Cooking
- IT
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
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Nursery Cook
Early Years Alliance —Canterbury
- £18,404.47 a year
- Part-time
- First Aid Certification
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
Kitchen - Grill Chef
Table Table —Ashford
- Up to £14.16 an hour
- Part-time
- Restaurant
- Restaurant experience
- Employee discount
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Experienced Cook
Algar Fresh Food Shack Ltd —Deal
- £23,500 - £25,000 a year
- Full-time
- Cooking
- In-person
- Free parking
- Employee discount
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Cook
Associated Care Centres —Birchington
- £12.80 - £13.40 an hour
- Temporary
- Cooking
- In-person
- Free parking
- Flexible schedule
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Chef de Partie
HandPickedHotels —Maidstone
- From £15 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Culinary experience
- Cooking
- Hotel
- Free parking
- Employee assistance programme
Chef de Partie
The Bulls Head Margate —Margate
- £13.50 an hour
- Temporary
- Culinary experience
- Cooking
- In-person
- Employee discount
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7d
Commis Chef
BURLINGTON HOTEL, BW PREMIER COLLECTION —Folkestone
- £13 an hour
- Hotel
- In-person
- Communication skills
- Employee discount
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7d
Chef/Cook
Ashcroft Coast Holiday Park —Minster
- £12.71 an hour
- Part-time
- Cooking
- In-person
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Pizza Chef
The Pickled Fox —Margate
- £12.71 - £14.00 an hour
- Temporary
- Cooking
- English
- In-person
- Employee discount
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Chef - Part Time
Prezzo Italian —Canterbury
- £12.88 - £13.39 an hour
- Part-time
- Employee discount
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14d
Cook
whitfield care home Ltd —Whitfield
- £12.71 an hour
- Part-time
- Culinary experience
- Cooking
- In-person
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3d

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Cook

Optima Care -
Westgate on Sea

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Job details

Full-time
£12.71 an hour
9 days ago

Benefits

Discounted or free food
Company pension
Referral programme

Qualifications

Cooking
English
Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate
Organisational skills
Food Hygiene Certificate

Full job description

We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Cook to join our team and play a key role in delivering nutritious, high‑quality meals for individuals in our residential care services. Your work will directly enhance the wellbeing and daily experience of the people we support.

About the Role

You will be responsible for planning, preparing, and cooking well‑balanced meals that meet a wide range of dietary needs, preferences, and medical requirements. You’ll maintain a safe, hygienic kitchen environment and ensure meals are served on time and presented to a high standard.

Key Responsibilities

Plan and prepare meals that are nutritious, appetising, and tailored to individual dietary needs (e.g., allergies, diabetic, soft diets).
Work with the Registered Manager to create menus that meet residents’ nutritional requirements.
Maintain high kitchen hygiene and comply with all food safety regulations.
Adapt meals for vegetarian, vegan, gluten‑free, low‑sodium, and other specialist diets.
Monitor stock levels, ensure ingredients are fresh, and place orders when needed.
Present meals attractively to enhance the dining experience.
Support special events such as birthdays and holiday celebrations.
Store cleaning chemicals and utensils safely at all times.
Work collaboratively with care staff to ensure residents’ nutritional needs are fully met.
Comply with Environmental Health and other regulatory requirements.

Person Specification

Proven experience as a Chef or Cook, ideally in a care or supported living environment.
Strong understanding of food safety regulations and best practices.
Experience preparing meals for diverse dietary needs and medical conditions.
Level 2 Food Safety & Hygiene Certificate (required).
Allergy awareness and understanding of nutritional needs in care settings.
Strong organisational skills, including stock management.

Statutory Requirements

Health & Safety: Follow all organisational policies and take reasonable care of yourself and others.
Safeguarding: Understand and uphold safeguarding responsibilities; complete required training.
Equality & Diversity: Promote a respectful, inclusive environment for colleagues and residents.

Our Values

Put People First: Treat everyone with dignity, compassion, and respect.
Personalised Care: Deliver person‑centred support that helps individuals live their best life.
Strive for Excellence: Commit to high standards, continuous improvement, and quality.
One Team: Work collaboratively and supportively with colleagues across the service.
Act with Integrity: Be open, honest, ethical, and accountable.

Pay: £12.71 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension
Discounted or free food
Referral programme

Experience:

Cook: 1 year (required)

Language:

English (required)

Licence/Certification:

Food Hygiene Certificate level 2 (required)

Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

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