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Head Chef

The closing date is 22 December 2025

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Job summary

The role of Head Chef at Kings Lodge Nursing Home involves creating fresh, nutritious meals for the residents using the best quality ingredients. The successful candidate will lead by example, mentor their team, and showcase their culinary expertise to provide high-level hospitality. The position offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to be part of a diverse and inclusive organization.

Main duties of the job

As the Head Chef, you will be responsible for planning and preparing delicious, well-balanced meals for the residents of Kings Lodge Nursing Home. You will work closely with the nursing and care teams to ensure the dietary needs of the residents are met, and you will be expected to demonstrate a high level of creativity and culinary skills. The role includes 40 hours per week, including alternate weekends, with a salary of £16.00 per hour.

About us

Kings Lodge Nursing Home is a 77-bed residential, nursing, and dementia care facility located in Chidham, Chichester. The home has a CQC rating of 'Good' and is rated 9.9 on Carehome.co.uk, reflecting the excellent care and services provided to its residents.

Details

Date posted

26 October 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£16 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1412168759

Job locations

OLYMPUS OPCO LTD

Bosham

PO18 8PN


Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Home:

  • Kings Lodge Nursing Home, Main Road, Chidham, Chichester, PO18 8PN
  • 77 Bedded, Residential, Nursing & Dementia Home
  • CQC Rating – Good
  • Rated 9.9 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role 

  • Head Chef
  • 40 Hours per week including alternate weekends 
  • £16.00 per hour
  • NVQ 2 required but NVQ 3 preferred
  • Food safety Level 3 desirable (However training can be provided)

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 Head 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 lead by example, mentor your team 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:

  • Kings Lodge Nursing Home, Main Road, Chidham, Chichester, PO18 8PN
  • 77 Bedded, Residential, Nursing & Dementia Home
  • CQC Rating – Good
  • Rated 9.9 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role 

  • Head Chef
  • 40 Hours per week including alternate weekends 
  • £16.00 per hour
  • NVQ 2 required but NVQ 3 preferred
  • Food safety Level 3 desirable (However training can be provided)

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 Head 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 lead by example, mentor your team 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 must have a minimum of an NVQ 2 qualification, but an NVQ 3 is preferred. A Food Safety Level 3 qualification is desirable, but training can be provided if necessary.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • The successful candidate must have a minimum of an NVQ 2 qualification, but an NVQ 3 is preferred. A Food Safety Level 3 qualification is desirable, but training can be provided if necessary.

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

Bosham

PO18 8PN


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Aria Care

Address

OLYMPUS OPCO LTD

Bosham

PO18 8PN


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

26 October 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£16 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1412168759

Job locations

OLYMPUS OPCO LTD

Bosham

PO18 8PN


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