Aria Care

Sous Chef

The closing date is 01 June 2026

Job summary

This is a Sous Chef role at Aria Healthcare's Brook House Care Home in Towcester, Northampton. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating fresh, nutritious meals for the residents using the best ingredients available. The role involves leading by example and showcasing high-level hospitality skills, with a focus on supporting the Head Chef and mentoring the team.

Main duties of the job

As the Sous Chef, you will be responsible for assisting the Head Chef in preparing and cooking meals for the residents of the 53-bed Residential and Dementia Care Home. You will need to have a passion for creating fresh, high-quality meals and the ability to work well in a team. The role involves working 38 hours per week, including every other weekend, with shift times from 8am to 6pm. Aria Healthcare offers a range of benefits, including a Blue Light Discount Card, holiday and days out discounts, long service awards, and a recognition programme.

About us

Aria Healthcare is a leading provider of residential and dementia care homes 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 Healthcare strives to provide the best possible care for its residents, and the Sous Chef role is critical in supporting this mission.

Details

Date posted

02 April 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£14.75 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1482827707

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Towcester

NN12 6HR


Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Home

  • Brook House Care Home, Towcester, Northampton, NN12 6HR
  • 53 Bedded Residential and Dementia Care Home
  • CQC Rating - Good
  • Rated 9.9 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role 

  • Sous Chef
  • 38hrs per week
  • Shift Times 8am-6pm (including working every other weekend)
  • £14.75ph

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

  • Brook House Care Home, Towcester, Northampton, NN12 6HR
  • 53 Bedded Residential and Dementia Care Home
  • CQC Rating - Good
  • Rated 9.9 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role 

  • Sous Chef
  • 38hrs per week
  • Shift Times 8am-6pm (including working every other weekend)
  • £14.75ph

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

  • Candidates should have experience as a Sous Chef or in a similar role, with a proven track record of creating high-quality meals. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential, as is the ability to work effectively in a team. Experience in a healthcare setting would be an advantage, but is not essential.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Candidates should have experience as a Sous Chef or in a similar role, with a proven track record of creating high-quality meals. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential, as is the ability to work effectively in a team. Experience in a healthcare setting would be an advantage, but is not 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

Towcester

NN12 6HR


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Aria Care

Address

Aria Healthcare

Towcester

NN12 6HR


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 April 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£14.75 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1482827707

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Towcester

NN12 6HR


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