Assistant Chef

NHS; Leven; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is looking for a passionate Assistant Chef to join their team. This exciting role involves creating fresh, nutritious meals for residents, emphasizing quality and creativity. You will work closely with the Head Chef to develop menus that cater to diverse dietary needs, while also enjoying a supportive environment that encourages professional growth. With bank hours and a competitive hourly rate, this position offers a unique opportunity to showcase your culinary skills in a warm and welcoming setting. If you have a flair for hospitality and a commitment to excellence, this is the perfect place for you.

Benefits

Blue Light Discount Card

Holiday & Days Out Discounts

Long Service Awards

Recognition Programme

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an Assistant Chef or similar culinary role.
• Passion for fresh, locally sourced ingredients and creative presentation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of meals for residents.
• Ensure high standards of food safety and hygiene.
• Collaborate with the Head Chef on creative menus.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Food Safety and Hygiene

Menu Development

Creativity in Cooking

Education

Catering Qualifications

Job description

Job summary

Aria Healthcare is seeking a highly skilled Assistant Chef to join their team at Scoonie House, a 36-bedded residential home in Leven, Fife. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating fresh, nutritious meals for the residents using the best available ingredients. This is a permanent position with bank hours required, offering a competitive hourly rate of £12.21.

Main duties of the job

As an Assistant Chef at Aria Healthcare, your primary duties will include preparing and cooking a variety of meals, ensuring the highest standards of food safety and hygiene, and contributing to the overall culinary excellence of the home. You will work closely with the Head Chef to develop and implement creative menus that cater to the diverse dietary needs and preferences of the residents. The role offers a supportive induction, mentoring opportunities, and the chance to progress within the company's Chef Academy.

About us

Aria Healthcare is a leading provider of high-quality care services, with a focus on creating a warm, welcoming, and inclusive environment for their residents. The company is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce, and values empathy, respect, and a growth mindset in its employees.

Date posted

02 May 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£12.21 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1293771246

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Leven

KY8 4DP

Job description Job responsibilities

About the Home

• Scoonie House, Windygates Road, Leven, Fife, KY8 4DP
• 36 Bedded Residential Home
• Rated 9.7 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role

• Assistant Chef
• Bank Hours Required
• £12.21 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 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

• Scoonie House, Windygates Road, Leven, Fife, KY8 4DP
• 36 Bedded Residential Home
• Rated 9.7 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role

• Assistant Chef
• Bank Hours Required
• £12.21 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 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 previous experience as an Assistant Chef or similar culinary role, with a proven track record of delivering exceptional food and service. A passion for using fresh, locally sourced ingredients and a creative flair for presentation and flavor profiles are essential. Relevant qualifications in catering or hospitality would be advantageous.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential

• The ideal candidate will have previous experience as an Assistant Chef or similar culinary role, with a proven track record of delivering exceptional food and service. A passion for using fresh, locally sourced ingredients and a creative flair for presentation and flavor profiles are essential. Relevant qualifications in catering or hospitality 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

Leven

KY8 4DP

Employer's website

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

Employer details Employer name

Aria Care

Address

Aria Healthcare

Leven

KY8 4DP

Employer's website

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