Aria Care

Sous Chef

The closing date is 13 July 2025

Job summary

Aria Healthcare is a provider of residential, nursing, dementia and palliative care services in Sunningdale, Berkshire. They are seeking a highly skilled Sous Chef to create fresh, nutritious meals for their 88-bed care home. The role offers a competitive salary, a range of employee benefits, and the opportunity to work in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Main duties of the job

As the Sous Chef, you will be responsible for supporting the Head Chef in the preparation and delivery of high-quality meals for the residents. This includes menu planning, food preparation, and ensuring the kitchen operates efficiently and in compliance with food safety regulations. You will also have the opportunity to mentor and develop the catering team, showcasing your culinary expertise and passion for hospitality.

About us

Aria Healthcare is a leading provider of residential, nursing, dementia and palliative care services in Sunningdale, Berkshire. The company is committed to delivering exceptional care and creating a warm, welcoming environment for its residents. Aria Healthcare values diversity and inclusion, and encourages its employees to learn from each other's cultures, beliefs, and experiences.

Details

Date posted

16 May 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£14.60 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1303742699

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Sunningdale

SL5 9RL


Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Home

  • Dormy House, Ridgemount Road, Sunningdale, Berkshire, SL5 9RL
  • 88 Bedded Residential, Nursing, Dementia and Palliative Care Home
  • Rated 9.2 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role 

  • Sous Chef
  • Full Time - 40 hours per week - 4 to 5 shifts per week 
  • Shifts will be either 6.30am-2.30pm or 9.30am -6.30pm 
  • Alternate weekends required
  • Pay Rate

What will Aria Care Offer you?

  • Blue Light Discount Card 
  • 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

  • Dormy House, Ridgemount Road, Sunningdale, Berkshire, SL5 9RL
  • 88 Bedded Residential, Nursing, Dementia and Palliative Care Home
  • Rated 9.2 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role 

  • Sous Chef
  • Full Time - 40 hours per week - 4 to 5 shifts per week 
  • Shifts will be either 6.30am-2.30pm or 9.30am -6.30pm 
  • Alternate weekends required
  • Pay Rate

What will Aria Care Offer you?

  • Blue Light Discount Card 
  • 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

  • You should have a proven track record as a Sous Chef, with experience in a healthcare or hospitality setting. A qualification in catering or culinary arts would be highly desirable. Strong leadership skills, attention to detail, and a passion for creating delicious, nutritious meals are essential.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • You should have a proven track record as a Sous Chef, with experience in a healthcare or hospitality setting. A qualification in catering or culinary arts would be highly desirable. Strong leadership skills, attention to detail, and a passion for creating delicious, nutritious meals are essential.

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Aria Care

Address

Aria Healthcare

Sunningdale

SL5 9RL


Employer's website

https://www.ariacare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Aria Care

Address

Aria Healthcare

Sunningdale

SL5 9RL


Employer's website

https://www.ariacare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Recruitment Team

Aria Healthcare

recruitment@ariacare.co.uk

Details

Date posted

16 May 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£14.60 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1303742699

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Sunningdale

SL5 9RL


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