Sous Chef
Aria Care
The closing date is 29 June 2025
Job summary
The job posting is for a Sous Chef position at Albany Lodge Nursing Home in Croydon, UK. The nursing home is a 100-bed residential, nursing, and dementia care facility that has been rated 9.7 out of 10 on Carehome.co.uk. The role involves creating fresh, nutritious meals for the residents, supporting the Head Chef, and mentoring the kitchen team.
Main duties of the job
The Sous Chef will be responsible for preparing and cooking high-quality, fresh meals for the residents of the nursing home. They will work closely with the Head Chef to ensure that the kitchen runs smoothly and that the residents receive the best possible dining experience. The Sous Chef will also have the opportunity to showcase their creative flair and hospitality skills.
About us
OLYMPUS OPCO LTD is the company behind Albany Lodge Nursing Home, a 100-bed residential, nursing, and dementia care facility located in Croydon, UK. The nursing home has been rated 9.7 out of 10 on Carehome.co.uk, indicating a high level of care and customer satisfaction.
Job description
Job responsibilities
About the Home:
- Albany Lodge Nursing Home, 201 St James’s Road, Croydon, CR0 2BZ
- 100 Bedded, Residential, Nursing & Dementia Home
- Rated 9.7 on Carehome.co.uk
About the Role
- Sous Chef
- 40 Hours per week, alternate weekends and no Evenings!
- £14.25 per hour
What will Aria Care Offer you?
- Blue Light Discount Card
- Wagestream
- Holiday & days out discounts
- Long service awards
- Recognition programme
- And much more!
We are looking for a highly skilled Sous chef to create fresh nutritious meals for our residents by way of using the best fresh ingredients available. We are looking for a passionate Chef that will support the Head Chef, lead by example and have the creative flair to showcase high level hospitality. The role consists of straight shifts & no evenings! There will be a fully supported induction showcasing the technical skills required in healthcare and an opportunity to mentor our teams to progress in our own Chef academy.
We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer and thrive on learning from each other’s cultures, beliefs, and experiences. If you are empathetic, respectful and have a growth mindset, Aria Care is the perfect place for you.
It would be great to hear from you!
Job description
Job responsibilities
About the Home:
- Albany Lodge Nursing Home, 201 St James’s Road, Croydon, CR0 2BZ
- 100 Bedded, Residential, Nursing & Dementia Home
- Rated 9.7 on Carehome.co.uk
About the Role
- Sous Chef
- 40 Hours per week, alternate weekends and no Evenings!
- £14.25 per hour
What will Aria Care Offer you?
- Blue Light Discount Card
- Wagestream
- Holiday & days out discounts
- Long service awards
- Recognition programme
- And much more!
We are looking for a highly skilled Sous chef to create fresh nutritious meals for our residents by way of using the best fresh ingredients available. We are looking for a passionate Chef that will support the Head Chef, lead by example and have the creative flair to showcase high level hospitality. The role consists of straight shifts & no evenings! There will be a fully supported induction showcasing the technical skills required in healthcare and an opportunity to mentor our teams to progress in our own Chef academy.
We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer and thrive on learning from each other’s cultures, beliefs, and experiences. If you are empathetic, respectful and have a growth mindset, Aria Care is the perfect place for you.
It would be great to hear from you!
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- The Sous Chef role requires a high level of culinary skills and experience in a healthcare or hospitality setting. The successful candidate should have a passion for creating fresh, nutritious meals and be able to work collaboratively with the kitchen team.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- The Sous Chef role requires a high level of culinary skills and experience in a healthcare or hospitality setting. The successful candidate should have a passion for creating fresh, nutritious meals and be able to work collaboratively with the kitchen team.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
