Aria Care

Sous Chef

The closing date is 03 January 2026

Job summary

The Sous Chef role at Ferfoot Care Home in Chippenham, Wiltshire offers an exciting opportunity to work in a well-rated 52-bed residential and dementia care home. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the Head Chef in creating fresh, nutritious meals for the residents using high-quality ingredients. This is a permanent position with a competitive hourly rate and attractive benefits, including a Blue Light Discount Card, holiday discounts, and long service awards.

Main duties of the job

As the Sous Chef, you will work closely with the Head Chef to plan and prepare delicious, nutritious meals for the residents. You will have the creative flair to showcase high-level hospitality, and the ability to lead by example and mentor the catering team. The role offers straight shifts with no evenings, providing a great work-life balance. You will receive a fully supported induction to ensure you have the necessary technical skills for working in a healthcare setting, as well as the opportunity to progress through the company's Chef Academy.

About us

Aria Healthcare is a leading provider of residential and dementia care homes in the UK. The company is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, where employees can learn from each other's cultures, beliefs, and experiences. Aria Care values empathy, respect, and a growth mindset, making it an ideal place for passionate and skilled Chefs to thrive.

Details

Date posted

04 November 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£13.50 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1419398880

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Chippenham

SN14 6HH


Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Home

  • Ferfoot Care Home, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN14 6HH
  • 52 Bed Residential & Dementia Home
  • CQC Rating – Good
  • Rated 9.8 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role 

  • Sous Chef
  • 40 Hours Per Week (Alternate Weekends)
  • £13.50 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

  • Ferfoot Care Home, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN14 6HH
  • 52 Bed Residential & Dementia Home
  • CQC Rating – Good
  • Rated 9.8 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role 

  • Sous Chef
  • 40 Hours Per Week (Alternate Weekends)
  • £13.50 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 successful candidate should have a strong background as a Sous Chef, with experience in creating fresh, high-quality meals for a healthcare or hospitality setting. A passion for using the best ingredients and showcasing your culinary skills is essential, as is the ability to work well in a team and mentor others.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • The successful candidate should have a strong background as a Sous Chef, with experience in creating fresh, high-quality meals for a healthcare or hospitality setting. A passion for using the best ingredients and showcasing your culinary skills is essential, as is the ability to work well in a team and mentor others.

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

Chippenham

SN14 6HH


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Aria Care

Address

Aria Healthcare

Chippenham

SN14 6HH


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

04 November 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£13.50 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1419398880

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Chippenham

SN14 6HH


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