Sous Chef

NHS; Lewes; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Aria Healthcare is hiring a skilled Sous Chef for their residential care home in Lewes. This part-time role focuses on preparing fresh, nutritious meals and supporting the Head Chef. Candidates with a background in healthcare catering and a passion for culinary arts are encouraged to apply. A nurturing environment and opportunities for professional growth await.

Benefits

Blue Light Discount Card

Wagestream

Holiday & days out discounts

Long service awards

Recognition programme

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef or equivalent.
• Passion for creating fresh, nutritious meals.
• Understanding of healthcare catering is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Create fresh nutritious meals for residents.
• Support the Head Chef and lead by example.
• Participate in a supportive induction to develop technical skills.

Skills

Catering Expertise

Creativity

Team Collaboration

Empathy

Job description

Aria Healthcare is seeking a highly skilled Sous Chef to join their team at Claydon House, a 49-bedded Residential, Dementia, and Nursing Home in Lewes. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating fresh, nutritious meals for the residents by utilizing the best available ingredients. This is a part-time role with straight shifts and no evenings, offering a competitive hourly rate of £12.85.

Main duties of the job

The Sous Chef will support the Head Chef, lead by example, and showcase their creative flair to deliver high-level hospitality. The role includes a fully supported induction to develop the technical skills required in healthcare and an opportunity to mentor the team through Aria Care's Chef academy. Aria Care is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer, and they encourage candidates with a growth mindset, empathy, and respect to apply.

About us

Aria Healthcare is a leading provider of high-quality residential, dementia, and nursing care services in the UK. The company is committed to creating a caring and supportive environment for their residents, with a focus on promoting their well-being and independence. Aria Healthcare operates several care homes across the country, each with a dedicated team of professionals who strive to deliver exceptional care and support to their residents.

Job responsibilities

About the Home

• 49 bedded - Residential, Dementia and NursingHome
• CQC Rating – Good
• Rated 9.8Carehome.co.uk

About the role

• Sous Chef, Straight Shifts & No Evenings!
• Part time 35 hours per week -
• Shift patterns are: 3 shifts 7am to 5pm and then one shift would be 5 hours to support the Head Chef
• £12.85 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 successful candidate should have previous experience as a Sous Chef or equivalent, with a passion for creating fresh, nutritious meals. A strong understanding of healthcare catering and the ability to work collaboratively with the wider team are also desirable. The role may require a DBS check.

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.