Sous Chef

Integrated Care System; East Hampshire; On-site; GBP 1,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a passionate and skilled Sous Chef to create fresh, nutritious meals in a care home setting. The ideal candidate will support the Head Chef while showcasing culinary flair in a friendly, inclusive environment focused on high-level hospitality. With opportunities for professional growth and a creative kitchen culture, this role is designed for those who thrive in team-oriented settings.

Benefits

Blue Light Discount Card

Holiday & days out discounts

Long service awards

Recognition programme

Qualifications

• Significant experience in a similar position.
• Preferably within the healthcare or hospitality industry.
• Passion for delivering high-quality customer service.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve high-quality meals for residents.
• Work closely with the Head Chef to plan menus.
• Mentor kitchen team members.

Skills

Culinary skills

Customer service

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Relevant culinary qualification

Job description

The Sous Chef role at Aria Healthcare in Liss, Hampshire involves creating fresh, nutritious meals for the residents of a 34-bedded Residential and Dementia Care Home. The role requires a highly skilled and passionate chef who can support the Head Chef, lead by example, and showcase their creative flair to deliver high-level hospitality. The position offers a range of employee benefits, including a Blue Light Discount Card, holiday and days out discounts, long service awards, and a recognition programme.

Main duties of the job

As a Sous Chef at Aria Healthcare, you will be responsible for preparing and serving fresh, high-quality meals for the residents of the care home. This includes working closely with the Head Chef to plan menus, source the best ingredients, and ensure the kitchen runs smoothly. You will need to have strong culinary skills, the ability to work well under pressure, and a passion for delivering excellent customer service. The role offers a supportive environment with opportunities for professional development, including a chance to mentor the team and progress through the company's Chef Academy.

About us

Aria Healthcare is a provider of residential and dementia care services in the UK. The company operates a 34-bedded care home in Liss, Hampshire, which has received a 'Good' rating from the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and a 9.8 rating on Carehome.co.uk. Aria Healthcare is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, where employees can learn from each other's cultures, beliefs, and experiences.

Job responsibilities

About the Home

• East Hill Drive, Hillbrow Road, Liss, Hampshire, GU33 7RR
• 34 bedded Residential & Dementia Care Home
• CQC Rating – Good
• Rated 9.8on Carehome.co.uk

About the role

• Sous Chef
• Working 7.30am - 5.30pm
• £14.50 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 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 this Sous Chef role will have significant experience in a similar position, preferably within the healthcare or hospitality industry. They should possess strong culinary skills, the ability to work well under pressure, and a passion for delivering high-quality customer service. A relevant culinary qualification, such as a professional chef's diploma or NVQ, would be an advantage.

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.