Aria Care

Sous Chef

The closing date is 27 March 2026

Job summary

The role of Sous Chef at Aria Healthcare in Nuneaton, Warwickshire is a full-time position responsible for creating fresh, nutritious meals for the residents of the 60-bed Residential, Dementia and Palliative Care Home. The successful candidate will support the Head Chef, lead by example, and have the creative flair to showcase high-level hospitality. The role offers a competitive hourly rate, benefits, and opportunities for career development.

Main duties of the job

As the Sous Chef, you will be responsible for assisting the Head Chef in the preparation and presentation of meals for the residents of the care home. You will be expected to have experience in the IDDSI framework and a passion for using fresh, high-quality ingredients to create delicious and nutritious meals. The role involves working 40 hours per week, with alternative weekends required, and the shifts are during the day (7am - 6pm) with no evenings. The successful candidate will receive a comprehensive induction and the opportunity to mentor and develop the team through the in-house Chef Academy.

About us

Aria Healthcare is a provider of high-quality residential, dementia, and palliative care services in Nuneaton, Warwickshire. The Gildawood Court home has a CQC rating of 'Good' and is highly rated by residents and their families, scoring 9.1 on Carehome.co.uk. The organisation is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, where employees can thrive and grow.

Details

Date posted

26 January 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£13.50 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1456786578

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Nuneaton

CV11 4PJ


Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Home

  • Gildawood Court, Nuneaton, Warwickshire, CV11 4PJ
  • 60 Bedded Residential, Dementia and Palliative Care Home
  • CQC Rating - Good
  • Rated 9.1 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role 

  • Sous Chef
  • Full Time - 40 hours per week - working hours are 7am - 6pm 
  • Alternative weekends required
  • IDDSI Framework experience 
  • £13.50 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 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 support the Head Chef, 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

  • Gildawood Court, Nuneaton, Warwickshire, CV11 4PJ
  • 60 Bedded Residential, Dementia and Palliative Care Home
  • CQC Rating - Good
  • Rated 9.1 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role 

  • Sous Chef
  • Full Time - 40 hours per week - working hours are 7am - 6pm 
  • Alternative weekends required
  • IDDSI Framework experience 
  • £13.50 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 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 support the Head Chef, 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 ideal candidate for the Sous Chef role will have significant experience in a similar position, preferably within a healthcare or hospitality setting. They should possess strong culinary skills, an eye for detail, and the ability to work well under pressure as part of a team. Experience in the IDDSI framework and a passion for creating fresh, nutritious meals are essential.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • The ideal candidate for the Sous Chef role will have significant experience in a similar position, preferably within a healthcare or hospitality setting. They should possess strong culinary skills, an eye for detail, and the ability to work well under pressure as part of a team. Experience in the IDDSI framework and a passion for creating fresh, nutritious meals are 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

Nuneaton

CV11 4PJ


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Aria Care

Address

Aria Healthcare

Nuneaton

CV11 4PJ


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

26 January 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£13.50 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1456786578

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Nuneaton

CV11 4PJ


Privacy notice

Aria Care's privacy notice (opens in a new tab)