Aria Care

Head Chef

The closing date is 27 January 2026

Job summary

The job posting is for a Head Chef position at Aria Healthcare's 72-bedded residential, nursing care, and specialist dementia home in Kingston upon Thames. The role involves creating fresh, nutritious meals for the residents using the best ingredients available. The Head Chef will be required to lead by example, mentor the team, and demonstrate creative flair in providing high-level hospitality.

Main duties of the job

As the Head Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and serving fresh, nutritious meals for the residents of the care home. You will need to demonstrate exceptional culinary skills, creativity, and the ability to lead and mentor a team of catering staff. The role involves working alternate weekends, and you will be required to have strong communication and problem-solving skills to ensure the smooth running of the kitchen.

About us

Aria Healthcare is a healthcare provider that operates residential and nursing care homes across the UK. The company is committed to providing high-quality care and creating a positive, inclusive environment for both residents and staff.

Details

Date posted

28 November 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£39,281 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1433479182

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Kingston upon Thames

KT2 7LX


Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Home

  • Galsworthy House, Kingston Upon Thames, KT2 7LX
  • 72 Bedded Residential, Nursing care & specialist Dementia Home
  • CQC Rating - Good
  • Rated 9.7 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role 

  • Head Chef
  • Full-Time; 40 hours per week
  • Working alternate weekends required
  • £39,281 per annum

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

  • Galsworthy House, Kingston Upon Thames, KT2 7LX
  • 72 Bedded Residential, Nursing care & specialist Dementia Home
  • CQC Rating - Good
  • Rated 9.7 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role 

  • Head Chef
  • Full-Time; 40 hours per week
  • Working alternate weekends required
  • £39,281 per annum

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

  • Candidates should have extensive experience as a Head Chef or similar senior culinary role, along with a relevant qualification in catering or hospitality. Strong knowledge of nutrition, food hygiene, and dietary requirements is essential.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Candidates should have extensive experience as a Head Chef or similar senior culinary role, along with a relevant qualification in catering or hospitality. Strong knowledge of nutrition, food hygiene, and dietary requirements is 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

Aria Healthcare

Kingston upon Thames

KT2 7LX


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Aria Care

Address

Aria Healthcare

Kingston upon Thames

KT2 7LX


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

28 November 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£39,281 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1433479182

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Kingston upon Thames

KT2 7LX


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