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Sous Chef

The closing date is 03 April 2026

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Job summary

The role is for a Sous Chef position at the Rendlesham Care Centre, a 60-bedded Residential, Nursing & Dementia care Home with a CQC rating of 'Good' and a 9.5 rating on Carehome.co.uk. The Sous Chef will be responsible for creating fresh, nutritious meals for the residents, working closely with the Head Chef and leading the kitchen team. The role offers competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for personal and professional development.

Main duties of the job

The Sous Chef will be responsible for supporting the Head Chef in creating and delivering high-quality, nutritious meals for the residents. This includes menu planning, food preparation, kitchen management, and leading the kitchen team. The Sous Chef will need to have a passion for food, strong culinary skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a healthcare setting. The role offers a 40-hour work week with no evening shifts, providing a good work-life balance.

About us

Aria Healthcare is a well-established healthcare provider that operates care homes across the UK. They are committed to providing high-quality care and support to their residents, and value their employees' contributions. Aria Healthcare offers a range of benefits and development opportunities to its staff, fostering a positive and inclusive work environment.

Details

Date posted

02 February 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£16.30 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1458210772

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Rendlesham

IP12 2TP


Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Home

  • Rendlesham Care Centre, Rendlesham, IP12 2TP
  • 60 Bedded, Residential, Nursing & Dementia care Home
  • CQC Rating - Good
  • Rated 9.5 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role 

  • Sous Chef
  • 40 hours per week required
  • £16.30 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

  • Rendlesham Care Centre, Rendlesham, IP12 2TP
  • 60 Bedded, Residential, Nursing & Dementia care Home
  • CQC Rating - Good
  • Rated 9.5 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role 

  • Sous Chef
  • 40 hours per week required
  • £16.30 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

  • Applicants should have relevant culinary qualifications, experience working as a Sous Chef or in a similar role, and a good understanding of nutritional requirements in a healthcare setting. Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills are also essential.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Applicants should have relevant culinary qualifications, experience working as a Sous Chef or in a similar role, and a good understanding of nutritional requirements in a healthcare setting. Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving 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

Rendlesham

IP12 2TP


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Aria Care

Address

Aria Healthcare

Rendlesham

IP12 2TP


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

02 February 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£16.30 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1458210772

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Rendlesham

IP12 2TP


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