Aria Care

Bank Sous Chef

The closing date is 01 May 2026

Job summary

The job is for a Bank Sous Chef at Kippingtons Nursing Home, a 55-bed residential, nursing, and dementia care home in Sevenoaks. The role involves creating fresh, nutritious meals for the residents using the best ingredients available. The successful candidate will support the Head Chef, lead by example, and have the creative flair to showcase high-level hospitality.

Main duties of the job

The Bank Sous Chef is responsible for assisting the Head Chef in preparing and delivering high-quality meals for the residents of the nursing home. The role involves using fresh, seasonal ingredients to create nutritious and appetizing dishes that cater to the diverse dietary needs of the residents. The Sous Chef will be expected to demonstrate strong culinary skills, leadership abilities, and a passion for delivering excellent customer service. The job offers a range of benefits, including a Blue Light Discount Card, holiday and day-out discounts, long-service awards, and a recognition program.

About us

Aria Healthcare is a provider of residential, nursing, and dementia care services in the UK. The company is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment, where employees can learn from each other's cultures, beliefs, and experiences. Aria Care values empathy, respect, and a growth mindset in its employees.

Details

Date posted

02 March 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£14.65 an hour

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Flexible working

Reference number

1468827466

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Sevenoaks

TN13 2PG


Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Home:

  • Kippingtons Nursing Home, Grange Road, Oak Lane, Sevenoaks, TN13 2PG
  • 55 Bed Residential, Nursing & Dementia Home
  • CQC Rating – Good
  • Rated 9.7 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role 

  • Bank Sous Chef
  • Bank Hours Required
  • £14.65 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:

  • Kippingtons Nursing Home, Grange Road, Oak Lane, Sevenoaks, TN13 2PG
  • 55 Bed Residential, Nursing & Dementia Home
  • CQC Rating – Good
  • Rated 9.7 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role 

  • Bank Sous Chef
  • Bank Hours Required
  • £14.65 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 will have previous experience as a Sous Chef in a healthcare or similar setting, with a strong understanding of the technical skills required for catering in a healthcare environment. The successful applicant will also have excellent communication and leadership skills, as well as the ability to work collaboratively with the Head Chef and the broader catering team.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • The ideal candidate will have previous experience as a Sous Chef in a healthcare or similar setting, with a strong understanding of the technical skills required for catering in a healthcare environment. The successful applicant will also have excellent communication and leadership skills, as well as the ability to work collaboratively with the Head Chef and the broader catering team.

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

Sevenoaks

TN13 2PG


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Aria Care

Address

Aria Healthcare

Sevenoaks

TN13 2PG


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 March 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£14.65 an hour

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Flexible working

Reference number

1468827466

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Sevenoaks

TN13 2PG


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