Aria Care

Sous Chef

The closing date is 03 April 2026

Job summary

The role is for a Sous Chef at Walstead Place, a 41-bedded residential care home with a CQC rating of 'Good' and a 9.5 rating on Carehome.co.uk. The Sous Chef will work closely with the Head Chef to create fresh, nutritious meals for the residents using the best ingredients available. The role offers a competitive pay rate, with alternative weekends required, and various benefits such as a Blue Light Discount Card, holiday and days out discounts, and a recognition programme.

Main duties of the job

As a Sous Chef at Walstead Place, you will be responsible for supporting the Head Chef in creating and delivering high-quality, nutritious meals for the residents. You will have the opportunity to showcase your culinary skills and creativity, leading by example and mentoring the team. The role offers a fully supported induction, focusing on the technical skills required in healthcare, and an opportunity to progress within the company's Chef academy. Aria Care is a diverse and inclusive employer, and they value empathy, respect, and a growth mindset.

About us

Aria Healthcare is a reputable healthcare provider that operates several residential care homes, including Walstead Place. They are committed to delivering high-quality care and creating a positive work environment for their staff. The company values diversity and inclusion, and they offer a range of benefits to their employees.

Details

Date posted

02 February 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£13.50 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1458210783

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Walstead

RH16 2QG


Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Home

  • Walstead Place - Scaynes Hill Road, Lindfield, Haywards Heath RH16 2QG
  • 41 bedded Residential care Home
  • CQC Rating – Good
  • Rated 9.5 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role 

  • Sous Chef
  • Full time - 40 hours per week - 4 days per week working 7am-5pm 
  • Alternative weekends required
  • Competitive Pay Rate 

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

  • Walstead Place - Scaynes Hill Road, Lindfield, Haywards Heath RH16 2QG
  • 41 bedded Residential care Home
  • CQC Rating – Good
  • Rated 9.5 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role 

  • Sous Chef
  • Full time - 40 hours per week - 4 days per week working 7am-5pm 
  • Alternative weekends required
  • Competitive Pay Rate 

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 Sous Chef role requires a high level of culinary skills and experience in the healthcare or hospitality industry. Candidates should have a passion for creating fresh, nutritious meals and a commitment to delivering excellent customer service.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • The Sous Chef role requires a high level of culinary skills and experience in the healthcare or hospitality industry. Candidates should have a passion for creating fresh, nutritious meals and a commitment to delivering excellent 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

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

02 February 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£13.50 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1458210783

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Walstead

RH16 2QG


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