Head Chef

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

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a passionate Head Chef to lead their kitchen team at a renowned care home. This role offers a unique opportunity to create fresh, nutritious meals while mentoring aspiring chefs in a supportive environment. With a focus on high-quality hospitality and culinary excellence, you will enjoy straight shifts with no evenings, allowing for a balanced work-life experience. Join a diverse and inclusive team that values creativity and empathy, making a meaningful impact in the lives of residents. If you have the skills and heart for this rewarding role, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

Blue Light Discount Card

Holiday & Days Out Discounts

Long Service Awards

Recognition Programme

Qualifications

• Highly skilled chef with a passion for creating fresh, nutritious meals.
• Strong culinary skills and a commitment to high-quality hospitality.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to prepare and serve well-balanced meals for residents.
• Mentor kitchen staff and showcase culinary talents.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Creativity

Hospitality

Job description

Job summary

Aria Healthcare is a leading provider of residential, dementia, and nursing care services in the UK. The organization operates several high-quality care homes, including Claydon House in Lewes, which has a CQC rating of 'Good' and a 9.8 rating on Carehome.co.uk. They are seeking a highly skilled Head Chef to create fresh, nutritious meals for their residents using the best ingredients available.

Main duties of the job

As the Head Chef, you will be responsible for leading a team of kitchen staff to prepare and serve delicious, well-balanced meals for the residents of Claydon House. You will have the creative freedom to showcase your culinary talents and provide a high level of hospitality. The role consists of straight shifts with no evenings, and you will receive a fully supported induction to learn the technical skills required in the healthcare setting. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to mentor your team and help them progress through the organization's Chef Academy.

About us

Aria Healthcare is a reputable provider of residential, dementia, and nursing care services in the UK. The organization 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, and they strive to provide a supportive and enriching work environment for their staff.

Details Date posted

07 May 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£16 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1297985732

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Lewes

BN7 2QT

Job description Job responsibilities

About the Home

• Claydon House, 8 Wallands Crescent, Lewes, BN7 2QT
• 49 bedded - Residential, Dementia and NursingHome
• CQC Rating – Good
• Rated 9.8Carehome.co.uk

About the role

• Head Chef
• Full time - 40 hours per week - alternate weekend required
• £16 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

• Claydon House, 8 Wallands Crescent, Lewes, BN7 2QT
• 49 bedded - Residential, Dementia and NursingHome
• CQC Rating – Good
• Rated 9.8Carehome.co.uk

About the role

• Head Chef
• Full time - 40 hours per week - alternate weekend required
• £16 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 for this role will be a highly skilled and experienced chef with a passion for creating fresh, nutritious meals. Strong culinary skills, creativity, and a commitment to providing high-quality hospitality are essential. Previous experience in a healthcare or institutional setting would be an advantage, but is not strictly required.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential

• The ideal candidate for this role will be a highly skilled and experienced chef with a passion for creating fresh, nutritious meals. Strong culinary skills, creativity, and a commitment to providing high-quality hospitality are essential. Previous experience in a healthcare or institutional setting would be an advantage, but is not strictly required.

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

Lewes

BN7 2QT

Employer's website

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

Employer details Employer name

Aria Care

Address

Aria Healthcare

Lewes

BN7 2QT

Employer's website

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