Sous Chef

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

Job summary

A residential care provider in Chipping Campden is seeking a skilled Sous Chef to prepare and cook fresh, nutritious meals for residents. The role supports the Head Chef and emphasizes high-level hospitality. Ideal candidates should possess strong culinary skills and a passion for food. The position offers straight shifts with no evening work and a supportive environment for growth with opportunities to mentor others.

Benefits

Blue Light Discount Card

Wagestream

Holiday & days out discounts

Long service awards

Recognition programme

Qualifications

• High level of culinary skills and experience in healthcare or hospitality industry.
• Passion for creating fresh, nutritious meals.
• Creative flair for high-level hospitality.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook fresh, nutritious meals for residents.
• Support the Head Chef and lead by example.
• Showcase high-quality hospitality through meals.

Skills

Culinary skills

Creativity

Empathy

Job description

Job Summary

The job posting is for a Sous Chef position at Aria Healthcare, a 45-bedded residential, dementia and nursing home located in Chipping Campden, Gloucestershire. The home has a CQC rating of 'Good' and is rated 9.1 on Carehome.co.uk. The Sous Chef role involves creating fresh, nutritious meals for the residents using the best available ingredients. The successful candidate will support the Head Chef, lead by example, and showcase their creative flair in delivering high-level hospitality.

Main duties of the job

The Sous Chef role at Aria Healthcare involves preparing and cooking fresh, nutritious meals for the residents of the 45-bedded residential, dementia and nursing home. The successful candidate will work alongside the Head Chef, leading by example and demonstrating their creative flair to deliver high-quality hospitality. The role offers straight shifts with no evening work, and there is a fully supported induction to showcase the technical skills required in a healthcare setting, as well as an opportunity to mentor the team through the Chef academy.

About us

Aria Healthcare is a provider of residential, dementia and nursing care services. The company is committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer, valuing the different cultures, beliefs, and experiences of its staff. Aria Healthcare strives to create an environment where employees can learn from each other and grow in their roles.

Details

Date posted: 31 October 2025

Pay scheme: Other

Salary: £13.50 an hour

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 1416199357

Job locations: Aria Healthcare, Chipping Campden, GL55 6DR

Job description

About the Home

• Mill House, Sheep Street, Chipping Campden, Gloucestershire, GL55 6DR
• 45 Bedded Residential, Dementia & Nursing Home
• CQC Rating – Good
• Rated 9.1 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role

• Sous Chef
• 40 hours per week, working alternate weekends & No evenings!
• £13.50 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!

We are looking for a highly skilled Sous 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 support the Head Chef, 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

The ideal candidate for the Sous Chef role at Aria Healthcare will have a high level of culinary skills and experience in the healthcare or hospitality industry. A passion for creating fresh, nutritious meals and a creative flair for showcasing high-level hospitality are also essential.

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, Chipping Campden, GL55 6DR

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