Are You Ready to Turn Up the Heat?
At Canterbury House in the heart of Ipswich, we’re not just cooking meals—we’re crafting experiences. As our new Chef you’ll support our Chef Manager in delivering delicious, nutritious, and visually stunning dishes to our 61 residents every single day.
This isn’t your average kitchen role—it’s your chance to innovate, inspire, and make a real impact.
What’s On the Table?
Creativity Unleashed: Have Input in designing menus, experiment with fresh seasonal produce, and cater to unique dietary needs with flair.
Step up to the Plate: In the absence of the Chef Manager, keeping operations running as smooth as your signature sauces.
Work-Life Balance: 40-hour weeks over 4 days, with every other weekend off to relax and recharge.
Shifts: 7:30am - 5:30pm
Why Choose Us?
Sociable hours that work for you
Perks that matter: Big-brand discounts, a £250 refer-a-friend scheme, and Blue Light Card savings
A chance to shine: Compete in our annual Chef of the Year competition and take your skills to the next level
If you’re a passionate leader with a flair for flavour, this is your chance to make your mark. Apply now, and let’s create something extraordinary together!
What do some of our current Chef’s have to say? Check out our dedicated Catering page on our careers website to find out - https://www.anchor.org.uk/careers/where-you-fit/care/care-home-chef-and-catering-jobs-anchor (if you are viewing this on Indeed, please copy and paste the link)
Please note all applicants must already hold the legal right to work in the UK
Canterbury House in Hadleigh is home to well trained and helpful staff with rooms for up to 63 residents. At Anchor, we pride ourselves in providing 24-hour care and specialised services for elderly people, the beauty of our grounds, the quality of our catering and our engaging activities we deliver.
1. To work in an anchor inspires dementia award winning home
2. To work in a team striving towards a CQC outstanding rating
3. The opportunity of furthering your job prospects and thriving in the Anchor company
Anchor – a great place to work
Anchor is England’s largest not-for-profit providers of care and housing for older people. Our heartfelt ambition is to transform housing and care so everyone can have a home where they love living in later life.
We’re not-for-profit which means every penny we make or save is invested in the people who live with us, the places they live and the people who work here. That means a better standard of care and customer service, better wages, more investment in training and development and improved facilities.
A rewarding environment
From health and happiness to finance and your career, we’ll give you all the support you need.
Health & happiness
4. Gym, fitness and wellbeing discounts
5. Mental health support
6. Flexible working options
Finance
7. Pension plan – contribute between 4% and 8% and we’ll match it or better
8. Quick and easy pension transfer service
9. Savings and financial advice, loans, free life assurance
10. Discounts on shopping, holidays, phones, technology and more
Career
11. Ongoing personal and professional development programme
12. Leadership Pathways online learning resources
13. Career progression and promotion opportunities