Sous Chef

NHS; Ascot; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Ascot is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to create fresh, nutritious meals for residents. The role involves supporting the Head Chef and leading by example in a diverse, inclusive environment. Ideal candidates will have a strong culinary background and the ability to mentor others, with no evening shifts and opportunities for progression within the Chef Academy.

Benefits

Blue Light Discount Card

Wagestream

Holiday & days out discounts

Long service awards

Recognition programme

Qualifications

• Strong background in the culinary field.
• Passion for using fresh, high-quality ingredients.
• Technical skills required in healthcare catering.

Responsibilities

• Create fresh, nutritious meals for residents.
• Support the Head Chef and lead by example.
• Mentor the team and progress within the Chef Academy.

Skills

Culinary skills

Team mentoring

High-quality ingredient usage

Healthcare catering knowledge

Job description

Overview

Job title: Sous Chef

Location: Aria Healthcare, Sunningdale, SL5 9RL

Summary: The Sous Chef role involves creating fresh, nutritious meals for residents, supporting the Head Chef, leading by example, and showcasing creative flair to deliver high-level hospitality. The position offers straight shifts with no evenings, a fully supported induction, and an opportunity to mentor the team and progress within the Chef Academy.

Responsibilities

• Sous Chef
• 40 hours per week, working alternate weekends and no evenings
• £14.60 per hour

What will Aria Care Offer you?

• Blue Light Discount Card
• Wagestream
• Holiday & days out discounts
• Long service awards
• Recognition programme
• And much more!

About the role

We are looking for a highly skilled Sous Chef to create fresh, nutritious meals for residents using the best available ingredients. The role involves supporting the Head Chef, leading by example, and showcasing high-level hospitality. There are straight shifts with no evenings and a fully supported induction for healthcare skills, with an opportunity to mentor the team and progress within the Chef Academy.

We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer. 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

• The Sous Chef role requires a strong background in the culinary field, with a passion for using fresh, high-quality ingredients to create delicious and nutritious meals. Candidates should have the technical skills required in healthcare catering and the ability to mentor and support their team.

Disclosure and Safeguarding

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, Sunningdale, SL5 9RL

Employer's website: https://www.ariacare.co.uk/