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Aria Care

Head Chef

The closing date is 14 October 2025

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Job summary

The Head Chef role at Aria Healthcare in Walstead is a fantastic opportunity for a highly skilled and passionate chef to lead the kitchen team in creating fresh, nutritious meals for the residents. With a focus on using the best quality ingredients, the successful candidate will have the creative flair to showcase high-level hospitality and mentor the team to progress in the organization's Chef Academy.

Main duties of the job

As the Head Chef, you will be responsible for leading a team of chefs to prepare and serve delicious, healthy meals for the residents of Aria Healthcare. You will have the opportunity to showcase your culinary skills and develop new menu items using the best fresh ingredients available. The role offers a supported induction to the healthcare sector, as well as the chance to mentor and develop your team. Aria Healthcare is committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer, and this position would suit someone who is empathetic, respectful, and has a growth mindset.

About us

Aria Healthcare is a leading provider of healthcare services, dedicated to delivering high-quality care and support to individuals in need. The organization prides itself on its commitment to creating a positive and inclusive work environment, where employees can thrive and contribute to the well-being of the people they serve.

Details

Date posted

18 August 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£16 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1363223650

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Walstead

RH16 2QG


Job description

Job responsibilities

bout the role

  • Head Chef
  • 40 hours per week - Working alternate weekends & No Evenings 
  • £16.00 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 highly skilled chefs 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 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

bout the role

  • Head Chef
  • 40 hours per week - Working alternate weekends & No Evenings 
  • £16.00 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 highly skilled chefs 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 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 for this Head Chef role will have extensive experience in the catering industry, with a passion for creating fresh, nutritious meals. Strong leadership skills, creativity, and a keen eye for detail are essential, as is the ability to work collaboratively with a team. Relevant qualifications in culinary arts or hospitality management would be an advantage.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • The ideal candidate for this Head Chef role will have extensive experience in the catering industry, with a passion for creating fresh, nutritious meals. Strong leadership skills, creativity, and a keen eye for detail are essential, as is the ability to work collaboratively with a team. Relevant qualifications in culinary arts or hospitality management 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.

Employer details

Employer name

Aria Care

Address

Aria Healthcare

Walstead

RH16 2QG


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Aria Care

Address

Aria Healthcare

Walstead

RH16 2QG


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

18 August 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£16 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1363223650

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Walstead

RH16 2QG


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