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Aria Care

Sous Chef

The closing date is 15 February 2026

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Job summary

Aria Healthcare is a reputable healthcare provider operating a 61-bedded nursing and dementia home in Shipton-under-Wychwood, Oxfordshire. The home has a CQC rating of 'Good' and is highly rated by its residents and their families. The company is seeking a highly skilled Sous Chef to create fresh, nutritious meals for its residents, showcasing their culinary expertise and leading a team of passionate professionals.

Main duties of the job

As a Sous Chef at Aria Healthcare, you will be responsible for preparing and serving high-quality, nutritious meals for the residents. You will have the opportunity to showcase your creative flair and culinary skills, as well as mentor your team to progress through the company's Chef academy. The role offers a competitive salary of £13.50 per hour and a range of employee benefits, including a Blue Light Discount Card, Wagestream, holiday and days out discounts, and long service awards.

About us

Aria Healthcare is a reputable healthcare provider operating a 61-bedded nursing and dementia home in Shipton-under-Wychwood, Oxfordshire. The home has a CQC rating of 'Good' and is highly rated by its residents and their families. The company is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment, where employees can learn from each other's cultures, beliefs, and experiences.

Details

Date posted

19 December 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£13.50 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1445736906

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Chipping Norton

OX7 6DB


Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Home

  • Tall Trees, Burford Road, Shipton-under-Wychwood, Oxfordshire, OX7 6DB
  • 61 Bedded Nursing and Dementia Home
  • CQC Rating - Good
  • Rated 8.5 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role 

  • Sous Chef 
  • 40 Hours Per Week , Alternate weekends and No evenings! 
  • £13.50 per hour 

What will Aria Care Offer you?

  • Blue Light Discount Card 
  • Wagestream
  • 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 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

  • Tall Trees, Burford Road, Shipton-under-Wychwood, Oxfordshire, OX7 6DB
  • 61 Bedded Nursing and Dementia Home
  • CQC Rating - Good
  • Rated 8.5 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role 

  • Sous Chef 
  • 40 Hours Per Week , Alternate weekends and No evenings! 
  • £13.50 per hour 

What will Aria Care Offer you?

  • Blue Light Discount Card 
  • Wagestream
  • 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 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 for this Sous Chef role will have a proven track record in the catering industry, with a passion for creating fresh, nutritious meals. They should have excellent culinary skills, a strong attention to detail, and the ability to lead and mentor a team of professionals.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • The ideal candidate for this Sous Chef role will have a proven track record in the catering industry, with a passion for creating fresh, nutritious meals. They should have excellent culinary skills, a strong attention to detail, and the ability to lead and mentor a team of professionals.

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

Chipping Norton

OX7 6DB


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Aria Care

Address

Aria Healthcare

Chipping Norton

OX7 6DB


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

19 December 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£13.50 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1445736906

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Chipping Norton

OX7 6DB


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