Aria Care

Head Chef

The closing date is 09 February 2026

Job summary

The job posting is for a Head Chef position at Ferfoot Care Home, a 52-bed residential and dementia care home in Chippenham, Wiltshire. The role involves creating fresh, nutritious meals for the residents by using the best available ingredients. The successful candidate will be a highly skilled and passionate chef with the ability to lead a team and showcase their creative flair in the kitchen.

Main duties of the job

As the Head Chef, you will be responsible for leading a team to prepare and serve high-quality, nutritious meals for the residents of the care home. This includes menu planning, inventory management, and ensuring compliance with food safety and hygiene standards. You will need to have a strong understanding of the dietary requirements of the elderly and those with dementia, and the ability to cater to their needs. The role also involves mentoring and developing the kitchen team, and contributing to the overall success of the care home.

About us

Aria Healthcare is a provider of quality care services, including residential and dementia care homes. They are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment, where employees can grow and develop their skills. Aria Healthcare offers a range of benefits to its employees, including a Blue Light Discount Card, holiday and days out discounts, and a recognition programme.

Details

Date posted

12 December 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£14.05 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1442565461

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 

  • Head Chef
  • Full-Time: 40 hours per week
  • Working alternate weekends required
  • £14.05 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 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

  • 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 

  • Head Chef
  • Full-Time: 40 hours per week
  • Working alternate weekends required
  • £14.05 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 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 should have extensive experience as a Head Chef or Senior Chef in a healthcare or hospitality setting, with a proven track record of creating delicious and nutritious meals. They should hold a relevant catering qualification, such as an NVQ or City & Guilds in Professional Cookery, and have a good understanding of food hygiene and safety regulations.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • The successful candidate should have extensive experience as a Head Chef or Senior Chef in a healthcare or hospitality setting, with a proven track record of creating delicious and nutritious meals. They should hold a relevant catering qualification, such as an NVQ or City & Guilds in Professional Cookery, and have a good understanding of food hygiene and safety regulations.

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

12 December 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£14.05 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1442565461

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Chippenham

SN14 6HH


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