Aria Care

Regional Chef

The closing date is 14 February 2026

Job summary

Aria Healthcare is looking for an experienced Regional Head Chef to oversee the catering operations across their care homes in Scotland. The role involves creating fresh, nutritious meals for residents using the best ingredients, leading and mentoring a team of chefs, and showcasing high-level hospitality. The successful candidate will have a passion for food and the ability to thrive in a healthcare setting.

Main duties of the job

As the Regional Head Chef, you will be responsible for managing the catering operations across Aria Healthcare's care homes in Scotland. This includes creating delicious, nutritious meals for residents, leading and mentoring a team of chefs, and ensuring a high level of hospitality. You will have the opportunity to showcase your culinary skills and creativity, as well as develop your leadership and mentoring abilities. The role offers a supportive work environment, with a focus on professional development and employee well-being.

About us

Aria Healthcare is a leading provider of high-quality care services in Scotland. The company operates a network of care homes, each focused on delivering personalized care and support to its residents. Aria Healthcare is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, where employees can thrive and grow.

Details

Date posted

16 December 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£15 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1445353239

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Fishcross

FK10 3GN


Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Home

  • Marchglen Care Centre, Alloa, FK10 3GN.
  • 37 Bedded Learning Disability, Dementia & Nursing Home
  • Rated 8.7 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role 

  • Regional Head Chef
  • Experienced Head Chef to cover across our homes in Scotland Area
  • Part time 28 hours per week 
  • £15 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

  • Marchglen Care Centre, Alloa, FK10 3GN.
  • 37 Bedded Learning Disability, Dementia & Nursing Home
  • Rated 8.7 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role 

  • Regional Head Chef
  • Experienced Head Chef to cover across our homes in Scotland Area
  • Part time 28 hours per week 
  • £15 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 ideal candidate will have significant experience as a Head Chef, with a strong track record of leading and developing catering teams. They should have a passion for food and a commitment to using fresh, high-quality ingredients. Previous experience in a healthcare setting would be an advantage, but is not essential. The successful candidate will also possess excellent communication and leadership skills, as well as the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • The ideal candidate will have significant experience as a Head Chef, with a strong track record of leading and developing catering teams. They should have a passion for food and a commitment to using fresh, high-quality ingredients. Previous experience in a healthcare setting would be an advantage, but is not essential. The successful candidate will also possess excellent communication and leadership skills, as well as the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary 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

Fishcross

FK10 3GN


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Aria Care

Address

Aria Healthcare

Fishcross

FK10 3GN


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

16 December 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£15 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1445353239

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Fishcross

FK10 3GN


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