Aria Care

Head Chef

The closing date is 29 July 2025

Job summary

The job role is for a Head Chef position at Bourne House Nursing Home, a 40-bed residential, nursing, and dementia care home in Surbiton, Surrey. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating fresh, nutritious meals for the residents using high-quality ingredients. The role offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to work in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Main duties of the job

As the Head Chef, you will be responsible for leading a team of catering staff to prepare and serve meals that cater to the diverse dietary needs of the residents. You will have the creative freedom to design menus that showcase your culinary skills and provide a high level of hospitality. The role offers a 40-hour work week, with no evening shifts and alternate weekends, providing a good work-life balance. You will receive a comprehensive induction and the opportunity to mentor your team through the company's Chef Academy program.

About us

OLYMPUS OPCO LTD is the parent company that operates Bourne House Nursing Home. The company is committed to providing high-quality care and a positive work environment for its employees. They pride themselves on being a diverse and inclusive employer, encouraging learning from each other's cultures, beliefs, and experiences.

Details

Date posted

01 June 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£16.60 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1312715715

Job locations

OLYMPUS OPCO LTD

Surbiton

KT6 6QR


Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Home:

  • Bourne House Nursing Home, 45 Langley Avenue, Surbiton, Surrey, KT6 6QR
  • 40 Bedded, Residential, Nursing & Dementia Home
  • CQC Rating – Good
  • Rated 10 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role 

  • Head Chef
  • 40 Hours per week, working alternate weekends & no evenings! 
  • £16.60 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 experienced 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, Aria Care is the perfect place for you.

It would be great to hear from you!

Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Home:

  • Bourne House Nursing Home, 45 Langley Avenue, Surbiton, Surrey, KT6 6QR
  • 40 Bedded, Residential, Nursing & Dementia Home
  • CQC Rating – Good
  • Rated 10 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role 

  • Head Chef
  • 40 Hours per week, working alternate weekends & no evenings! 
  • £16.60 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 experienced 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, Aria Care is the perfect place for you.

It would be great to hear from you!

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • The role requires a highly skilled and experienced Head Chef with a passion for creating fresh, nutritious meals. Candidates should have a strong background in the catering industry, with a proven track record of leading a team and delivering exceptional customer service.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • The role requires a highly skilled and experienced Head Chef with a passion for creating fresh, nutritious meals. Candidates should have a strong background in the catering industry, with a proven track record of leading a team and delivering exceptional customer service.

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

OLYMPUS OPCO LTD

Surbiton

KT6 6QR


Employer's website

https://www.ariacare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Aria Care

Address

OLYMPUS OPCO LTD

Surbiton

KT6 6QR


Employer's website

https://www.ariacare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Recruitment Team

OLYMPUS OPCO LTD

recruitment@ariacare.co.uk

Details

Date posted

01 June 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£16.60 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1312715715

Job locations

OLYMPUS OPCO LTD

Surbiton

KT6 6QR


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