Aria Care

Sous Chef

The closing date is 01 June 2026

Job summary

The job role of a Sous Chef at Aria Healthcare's Scoonie House in Leven, Fife involves creating fresh, nutritious meals for the residents using the best available ingredients. The successful candidate will support the Head Chef, lead by example, and have the creative flair to showcase high-level hospitality. The role offers a range of benefits, including a Blue Light Discount Card, Wagestream, holiday and days out discounts, and long service awards.

Main duties of the job

As a Sous Chef at Aria Healthcare, you will be responsible for preparing and cooking fresh, nutritious meals for the residents of Scoonie House, a 36-bedded residential home. You will work closely with the Head Chef, leading by example and demonstrating your culinary skills and creativity. The role consists of straight shifts, with no evening work, and includes a fully supported induction to showcase the technical skills required in the healthcare industry. You will also have the opportunity to mentor the team and progress within the Chef academy.

About us

Aria Healthcare is a diverse and inclusive employer that values learning from each other's cultures, beliefs, and experiences. They are committed to providing a supportive environment for their employees and promoting a growth mindset.

Details

Date posted

03 April 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£13.75 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1482830364

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Leven

KY8 4DP


Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Home

  • Scoonie House, Windygates Road, Leven, Fife, KY8 4DP
  • 36 Bedded Residential Home
  • Rated 9.8 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role 

  • Sous Chef
  • Part Time Hours,  25.5 hours per week - working alternate weekends
  • £13.75 Pay Rate

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!

Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Home

  • Scoonie House, Windygates Road, Leven, Fife, KY8 4DP
  • 36 Bedded Residential Home
  • Rated 9.8 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role 

  • Sous Chef
  • Part Time Hours,  25.5 hours per week - working alternate weekends
  • £13.75 Pay Rate

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

Essential

  • The ideal candidate for this Sous Chef role should have a strong culinary background and the ability to work well in a team. A passion for creating high-quality meals and a commitment to providing excellent service to the residents are essential.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • The ideal candidate for this Sous Chef role should have a strong culinary background and the ability to work well in a team. A passion for creating high-quality meals and a commitment to providing excellent service to the residents are essential.

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

Leven

KY8 4DP


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Aria Care

Address

Aria Healthcare

Leven

KY8 4DP


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

03 April 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£13.75 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1482830364

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Leven

KY8 4DP


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