Aria Care

Head Chef

The closing date is 27 February 2026

Job summary

This is a Head Chef role at Galsworthy House, a 72-bedded residential, nursing care and specialist Dementia home in Kingston upon Thames. The role offers a competitive salary of £39,281 per annum and the opportunity to work in a well-rated and inclusive care home setting.

Main duties of the job

The Head Chef will be responsible for creating fresh, nutritious meals for the residents by using the best quality ingredients. The role requires a passionate and skilled chef who can lead by example, mentor the team, and showcase high-level hospitality. The schedule consists of straight shifts with no evenings, and there will be a fully supported induction to learn the technical skills required in healthcare. The successful candidate will also have the opportunity to mentor the team and progress through the organization's Chef academy.

About us

Aria Healthcare is a diverse and inclusive employer that values learning from each other's cultures, beliefs, and experiences. The organization offers a range of benefits, including a Blue Light Discount Card, holiday and days out discounts, long service awards, and a recognition program.

Details

Date posted

30 December 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£39,281 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1448661939

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

  • The ideal candidate will have extensive experience as a Head Chef, with a proven track record of creating high-quality meals in a healthcare or hospitality setting. Strong leadership, communication, and mentorship skills are also essential.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • The ideal candidate will have extensive experience as a Head Chef, with a proven track record of creating high-quality meals in a healthcare or hospitality setting. Strong leadership, communication, and mentorship skills are also 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

30 December 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£39,281 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1448661939

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Kingston upon Thames

KT2 7LX


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