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Aria Care

Bank Sous Chef

The closing date is 31 January 2026

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Job summary

Aria Healthcare is a reputable healthcare provider that operates a 41-bed residential and nursing home in Taunton, Somerset. The organization is seeking a highly skilled Sous Chef to create fresh, nutritious meals for their residents using the best available ingredients. The role offers straight shifts with no evenings, a competitive hourly rate, and a range of employee benefits.

Main duties of the job

As a Sous Chef at Aria Healthcare, you will work alongside the Head Chef to prepare and serve high-quality, nutritious meals for the residents. Your responsibilities will include menu planning, food preparation, and leading by example to ensure the kitchen operates efficiently. You will have the opportunity to showcase your culinary skills and creativity, as well as mentor the kitchen team to help them progress in their own Chef Academy.

About us

Aria Healthcare is a respected healthcare provider that operates a 41-bed residential and nursing home in Taunton, Somerset. The home has a CQC rating of 'Good' and is highly rated by residents and their families. Aria Healthcare is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment, where employees can grow and thrive.

Details

Date posted

03 December 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£13.97 an hour

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Flexible working

Reference number

1436969658

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Taunton

TA4 1AB


Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Home

  • Frethey House, Taunton, Somerset TA4 1AB
  • 41 Bed Residential & Nursing Home
  • CQC Rating - Good
  • Rated 9.5 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role 

  • Sous Chef
  • Bank shifts
  • 8am - 6pm shifts
  • £13.97 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

  • Frethey House, Taunton, Somerset TA4 1AB
  • 41 Bed Residential & Nursing Home
  • CQC Rating - Good
  • Rated 9.5 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role 

  • Sous Chef
  • Bank shifts
  • 8am - 6pm shifts
  • £13.97 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 will have substantial experience as a Sous Chef, with a strong background in creating fresh, nutritious meals for healthcare settings. You should have excellent culinary skills, a passion for using high-quality ingredients, and the ability to lead and mentor a team.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • The ideal candidate will have substantial experience as a Sous Chef, with a strong background in creating fresh, nutritious meals for healthcare settings. You should have excellent culinary skills, a passion for using high-quality ingredients, and the ability to lead and mentor a 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

Aria Healthcare

Taunton

TA4 1AB


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Aria Care

Address

Aria Healthcare

Taunton

TA4 1AB


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

03 December 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£13.97 an hour

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Flexible working

Reference number

1436969658

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Taunton

TA4 1AB


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