Aria Care

Sous Chef

The closing date is 21 November 2025

Job summary

The role of a Sous Chef at Bourne House Nursing Home involves creating fresh, nutritious meals for the residents by using the best available ingredients. The Sous Chef will support the Head Chef, lead by example, and have the creative flair to showcase high-level hospitality. The role offers a competitive hourly rate, various benefits, and the opportunity to work in a diverse and inclusive environment.

Main duties of the job

As a Sous Chef at Bourne House Nursing Home, you will be responsible for assisting the Head Chef in preparing and delivering high-quality, nutritious meals for the residents. You will be expected to have a passion for food, a creative flair, and the ability to work collaboratively with the kitchen team. The role consists of straight shifts with no evenings, and you will receive a fully supported induction to gain the necessary technical skills required in the healthcare setting. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to mentor the team and progress through the Chef academy.

About us

Bourne House Nursing Home is a 40-bedded, residential, nursing, and dementia care home located in Surbiton, Surrey. The home has a CQC rating of 'Good' and is highly rated on Carehome.co.uk. Aria Care, the parent company, is a diverse and inclusive employer that values learning from each other's cultures, beliefs, and experiences.

Details

Date posted

22 September 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£14.50 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1386349273

Job locations

OLYMPUS OPCO LTD

Surbiton

KT6 6QR


Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Home:

  • Bourne House Nursing Home, 45 Langley Avenue, Surbiton, Surrey, KT6 6QR
  • 40 Bedded, Residential, Nursing & Dementia Home
  • CQC Rating – Good
  • Rated 9.8 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role 

  • Sous Chef
  • 37 hours required-(Alternate Weekends)
  • £14.50 Per Hour

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:

  • Bourne House Nursing Home, 45 Langley Avenue, Surbiton, Surrey, KT6 6QR
  • 40 Bedded, Residential, Nursing & Dementia Home
  • CQC Rating – Good
  • Rated 9.8 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role 

  • Sous Chef
  • 37 hours required-(Alternate Weekends)
  • £14.50 Per Hour

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 ideal candidate for the Sous Chef role should have previous experience in a similar position, preferably within a healthcare or hospitality setting. Strong culinary skills, a passion for creating fresh, nutritious meals, and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment are essential.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • The ideal candidate for the Sous Chef role should have previous experience in a similar position, preferably within a healthcare or hospitality setting. Strong culinary skills, a passion for creating fresh, nutritious meals, and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment 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

OLYMPUS OPCO LTD

Surbiton

KT6 6QR


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Aria Care

Address

OLYMPUS OPCO LTD

Surbiton

KT6 6QR


Employer's website

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Recruitment Team

OLYMPUS OPCO LTD

recruitment@ariacare.co.uk

Details

Date posted

22 September 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£14.50 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1386349273

Job locations

OLYMPUS OPCO LTD

Surbiton

KT6 6QR


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