Aria Care

Bank Sous Chef

The closing date is 18 November 2025

Job summary

The role of Bank Sous Chef at Huntercombe Hall Nursing Home in Henley on Thames involves covering annual leave and sickness for the kitchen team. The successful candidate will create fresh, nutritious meals for the residents using the best ingredients available. They will support the Head Chef, lead by example, and demonstrate creative flair to showcase high-level hospitality.

Main duties of the job

As the Bank Sous Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and cooking meals for the residents of Huntercombe Hall Nursing Home. You will work closely with the Head Chef to ensure the delivery of high-quality, fresh, and nutritious meals. The role requires a passion for food, creativity, and the ability to work well in a team. You will have the opportunity to mentor and support the kitchen team, as well as participate in the Chef Academy program.

About us

Aria Healthcare is a diverse and inclusive employer that values learning from each other's cultures, beliefs, and experiences. They are committed to providing a supportive environment for their employees and offer a range of benefits, including a Blue Light Discount Card, holiday and day out discounts, long service awards, and a recognition program.

Details

Date posted

19 September 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£15.55 an hour

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Flexible working

Reference number

1385211787

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Henley on Thames

RG9 5SE


Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Home

  • Huntercombe Hall Nursing Home, Henley on Thames, RG9 5SE
  • 42 Bedded Residential and Nursing Home
  • CQC Rating - Good
  • Rated 9.4 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role 

  • Bank Sous Chef
  • Covering Annual Leave and Sickness - 0hrs Contract
  • £15.55per hr

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

  • Huntercombe Hall Nursing Home, Henley on Thames, RG9 5SE
  • 42 Bedded Residential and Nursing Home
  • CQC Rating - Good
  • Rated 9.4 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role 

  • Bank Sous Chef
  • Covering Annual Leave and Sickness - 0hrs Contract
  • £15.55per hr

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

  • The successful candidate should have a strong background in catering, with experience working as a Sous Chef or in a similar role. They should possess excellent culinary skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to work efficiently under pressure. Relevant qualifications in catering or hospitality would be an advantage.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • The successful candidate should have a strong background in catering, with experience working as a Sous Chef or in a similar role. They should possess excellent culinary skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to work efficiently under pressure. Relevant qualifications in catering or hospitality would be an advantage.

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

Henley on Thames

RG9 5SE


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Aria Care

Address

Aria Healthcare

Henley on Thames

RG9 5SE


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

19 September 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£15.55 an hour

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Flexible working

Reference number

1385211787

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Henley on Thames

RG9 5SE


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