Head Chef

Care UK; Ware; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Blue Light Discount Card

Holiday & days out discounts

Long service awards

Recognition programme

And much more!

Job summary

Aria Care in Ware is seeking a Head Chef to lead our kitchen operations, delivering nutritious meals for residents with fresh ingredients and high hospitality standards.

You will mentor the team, manage straight shifts with no evenings, and participate in a supported induction and Chef Academy progression. This permanent, full-time role offers a competitive hourly rate and opportunities for development.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example and mentor your kitchen team.
• Create fresh nutritious meals for residents using the best ingredients.
• Deliver straight shifts with no evenings.
• Participate in induction and mentor colleagues through the chef academy.

Job description

Head Chef

Company: Aria Care

Salary: £21 to £21 an hour

Hours: Full-time

Location: Ware, SG12 7FB

Job type: Permanent

Posting date: 29 Sept 2026

Closing date: 29 Oct 2026

About the role

• Head Chef
• 37.5 hours per week / Alternate weekend working
• £21.00 per hour

What will Care UK 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 Head 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 lead by example, mentor your team 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, Care UK is the perfect place for you.

It would be great to hear from you!

#s1-Gen

• Head Chef
• 37.5 hours per week / Alternate weekend working
• £21.00 per hour

What will Care UK 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 Head 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 lead by example, mentor your team 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, Care UK is the perfect place for you.

If you are empathetic, respectful and have a growth mindset, Care UK is the perfect place for you.