Aria Care

Sous Chef

The closing date is 03 January 2026

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Job summary

The job advertisement is for a Sous Chef position at Bourne House Nursing Home, a 40-bed residential, nursing, and dementia care home in Surbiton, Surrey. The home has a 'Good' CQC rating and is highly rated on Carehome.co.uk. The Sous Chef role involves creating fresh, nutritious meals for the residents using the best available ingredients. The successful candidate will support the Head Chef, lead by example, and demonstrate creative flair in delivering high-level hospitality.

Main duties of the job

The Sous Chef will be responsible for assisting the Head Chef in the preparation and cooking of meals for the residents of the nursing home. They will be expected to use fresh, high-quality ingredients to create nutritious and appetizing dishes. The Sous Chef will also be responsible for mentoring and supporting the kitchen team, ensuring that they maintain high standards of food preparation and service. The role offers a competitive salary, various benefits, and the opportunity to work in a supportive and inclusive environment.

About us

OLYMPUS OPCO LTD is the company that operates Bourne House Nursing Home. The organisation is committed to providing high-quality care and support to its residents, and it values diversity and inclusion in its workforce. The nursing home has a 'Good' CQC rating and is highly rated by its residents and their families, indicating that it is a well-run and well-regarded care facility.

Details

Date posted

04 November 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£14.50 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1419398881

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 9.7 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role 

  • Sous Chef
  • 37 Hours Per Week
  • £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 9.7 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role 

  • Sous Chef
  • 37 Hours Per Week
  • £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 Sous Chef role requires a high level of culinary skills and experience in a similar healthcare or hospitality setting. The successful candidate should have a passion for creating fresh, nutritious meals and a commitment to delivering excellent customer service. Strong leadership and mentoring skills are also essential, as the Sous Chef will be responsible for supporting and developing the kitchen team.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • The Sous Chef role requires a high level of culinary skills and experience in a similar healthcare or hospitality setting. The successful candidate should have a passion for creating fresh, nutritious meals and a commitment to delivering excellent customer service. Strong leadership and mentoring skills are also essential, as the Sous Chef will be responsible for supporting and developing the kitchen team.

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

04 November 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£14.50 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1419398881

Job locations

OLYMPUS OPCO LTD

Surbiton

KT6 6QR


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