Aria Care

Bank Sous Chef

The closing date is 06 September 2025

Job summary

Aria Healthcare is seeking a highly skilled Sous Chef to join their team at Huntercombe Hall Nursing Home in Henley on Thames. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating fresh, nutritious meals for the residents using the best available ingredients. This is a bank position, covering annual leave and sickness, with a competitive hourly rate of £15.50.

Main duties of the job

As a Bank Sous Chef, you will work closely with the Head Chef to lead the kitchen team, showcasing your creative flair and high-level hospitality skills. You will be responsible for preparing and serving nutritious, appetizing meals to the residents, ensuring their dietary needs are met. The role offers straight shifts with no evenings, and you will receive a comprehensive induction to the healthcare sector, as well as opportunities to mentor and develop the kitchen team.

About us

Aria Healthcare is a provider of nursing and residential care services, with a focus on delivering high-quality, person-centered care. The company operates several nursing homes across the UK, including Huntercombe Hall in Henley on Thames. Aria Healthcare is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment, where employees can thrive and contribute their unique skills and experiences.

Details

Date posted

09 July 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£15.50 an hour

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Flexible working

Reference number

1342009657

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Henley on Thames

RG9 5SE


Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Home

  • Huntercombe Hall Nursing Home, Henley on Thames, RG9 5SE
  • 42 Bedded Residential and Nursing Home
  • CQC Rating - Good
  • Rated 9.4 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role 

  • Bank Sous Chef
  • Covering annual leave and sickness
  • £15.50ph

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!

Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Home

  • Huntercombe Hall Nursing Home, Henley on Thames, RG9 5SE
  • 42 Bedded Residential and Nursing Home
  • CQC Rating - Good
  • Rated 9.4 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role 

  • Bank Sous Chef
  • Covering annual leave and sickness
  • £15.50ph

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

Essential

  • The ideal candidate will have previous experience as a Sous Chef or Chef de Partie, with a strong background in producing high-quality, nutritious meals. You should have a passion for food and a keen eye for detail, as well as excellent communication and leadership skills to work effectively with the kitchen team.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • The ideal candidate will have previous experience as a Sous Chef or Chef de Partie, with a strong background in producing high-quality, nutritious meals. You should have a passion for food and a keen eye for detail, as well as excellent communication and leadership skills to work effectively with the kitchen team.

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

Henley on Thames

RG9 5SE


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Aria Care

Address

Aria Healthcare

Henley on Thames

RG9 5SE


Employer's website

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Recruitment Team

Aria Healthcare

recruitment@ariacare.co.uk

Details

Date posted

09 July 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£15.50 an hour

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Flexible working

Reference number

1342009657

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Henley on Thames

RG9 5SE


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