Aria Care

Sous Chef

The closing date is 13 March 2026

Job summary

Aria Healthcare is a 71-bedded Nursing, Dementia and Residential care Home in Bexhill on Sea, East Sussex. The home has a CQC rating of 'Good' and is rated 9.6 on Carehome.co.uk. The Sous Chef role is a part-time position of 20 hours per week, with the usual shifts being 7am-5pm, but requiring flexibility depending on business needs. The successful candidate will create fresh, nutritious meals for the residents using the best ingredients and will lead by example with their creative flair and passion for high-level hospitality.

Main duties of the job

The Sous Chef will be responsible for preparing and cooking fresh, nutritious meals for the residents of the care home. They will work closely with the Head Chef to ensure high-quality food is served, and will have the opportunity to showcase their creative skills and lead by example. The role requires flexibility in terms of shift patterns, with weekend work being necessary. The successful candidate will receive a comprehensive induction and the chance to mentor the team through the Chef academy.

About us

Aria Healthcare is a provider of Nursing, Dementia and Residential care services in the South East of England. The company is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, where employees can learn from each other's cultures, beliefs, and experiences. Aria Healthcare offers a range of employee benefits, including a Blue Light Discount Card, holiday and days out discounts, long service awards, and a recognition programme.

Details

Date posted

12 January 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£13.75 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1453810177

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Bexhill on Sea

TN40 2HJ


Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Home

  • Southlands Place, Bexhill on Sea, East Sussex, TN40 2HJ
  • 71 bedded Nursing, Dementia and Residential care Home
  • CQC Rating - Good
  • Rated 9.6 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role

  • Sous Chef
  • Part time - 20 hours per week - usual shifts will be 7am-5pm - however needs to be flexible depending on business requirements
  • Weekend work is required 
  • £13.75 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 highly skilled chefs 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 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

  • Southlands Place, Bexhill on Sea, East Sussex, TN40 2HJ
  • 71 bedded Nursing, Dementia and Residential care Home
  • CQC Rating - Good
  • Rated 9.6 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role

  • Sous Chef
  • Part time - 20 hours per week - usual shifts will be 7am-5pm - however needs to be flexible depending on business requirements
  • Weekend work is required 
  • £13.75 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 highly skilled chefs 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 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 Sous Chef role requires a highly skilled and experienced chef, with a proven track record of creating fresh, nutritious meals. The successful candidate should have a passion for using the best ingredients and showcasing high-level hospitality.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • The Sous Chef role requires a highly skilled and experienced chef, with a proven track record of creating fresh, nutritious meals. The successful candidate should have a passion for using the best ingredients and showcasing high-level hospitality.

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

Bexhill on Sea

TN40 2HJ


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Aria Care

Address

Aria Healthcare

Bexhill on Sea

TN40 2HJ


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 January 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£13.75 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1453810177

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Bexhill on Sea

TN40 2HJ


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