Aria Care

Sous Chef

The closing date is 01 June 2026

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Job summary

The job role of Sous Chef at Aria Healthcare in Kingston upon Thames involves creating fresh, nutritious meals for the residents of the 72-bedded Residential, Nursing, and Specialist Dementia Home. The successful candidate will be a highly skilled and passionate chef with a creative flair to showcase high-level hospitality. The role offers a supportive environment with opportunities for career progression and additional benefits.

Main duties of the job

As a Sous Chef at Aria Healthcare, you will be responsible for leading by example and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, fresh, and nutritious meals for the residents. You will have the opportunity to showcase your culinary skills and creativity, working in a supportive environment with a focus on employee development and progression. The role offers a good work-life balance with no evening shifts and alternate weekends off.

About us

Aria Healthcare is a provider of residential, nursing, and specialist dementia care services in the Kingston upon Thames area. The company is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment, where employees can thrive and learn from each other's cultures, beliefs, and experiences.

Details

Date posted

02 April 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£31,200 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1482827701

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Kingston upon Thames

KT2 7LX


Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Home

  • Galsworthy House, Kingston Upon Thames, KT2 7LX
  • 72 Bedded Residential, Nursing care & specialist Dementia Home
  • CQC Rating - Good
  • Rated 9.6 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role

  • Full-Time; 40 hours per week
  • Working alternate weekends & No Evenings
  • Day shifts
  • £31,200 per annum

What will Aria Care Offer you?

  • Blue Light Discount Card
  • Wagestream
  • 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

  • Galsworthy House, Kingston Upon Thames, KT2 7LX
  • 72 Bedded Residential, Nursing care & specialist Dementia Home
  • CQC Rating - Good
  • Rated 9.6 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role

  • Full-Time; 40 hours per week
  • Working alternate weekends & No Evenings
  • Day shifts
  • £31,200 per annum

What will Aria Care Offer you?

  • Blue Light Discount Card
  • Wagestream
  • 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 ideal candidate will have experience as a Sous Chef or in a similar role, with a passion for creating delicious and nutritious meals. Strong culinary skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a team are essential. Previous experience in a healthcare setting would be advantageous.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • The ideal candidate will have experience as a Sous Chef or in a similar role, with a passion for creating delicious and nutritious meals. Strong culinary skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a team are essential. Previous experience in a healthcare setting would be advantageous.

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

Kingston upon Thames

KT2 7LX


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Aria Care

Address

Aria Healthcare

Kingston upon Thames

KT2 7LX


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

£31,200 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1482827701

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Kingston upon Thames

KT2 7LX


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