Head Chef

Job summary

The role of Head Chef at Aria Healthcare in Liss, Hampshire offers an exciting opportunity for a highly skilled and passionate chef to create fresh, nutritious meals for the residents of a 34-bedded Residential & Dementia Care Home. With a CQC rating of 'Good' and a 9.8 rating on Carehome.co.uk, this role promises a rewarding and supportive work 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 high-quality, diverse meals using the best fresh ingredients. You will have the creative flair to showcase your culinary expertise and provide a positive dining experience for the residents. The role includes a fully supported induction, showcasing the technical skills required in healthcare, and the opportunity to mentor your team within the organization's Chef Academy.

About us

Aria Healthcare is a reputable care provider that prides itself on being a diverse and inclusive employer. They offer a range of employee benefits, including a Blue Light Discount Card, holiday and day-out discounts, long service awards, and a recognition program.

Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Home

• East Hill Drive, Hillbrow Road, Liss, Hampshire, GU33 7RR
• 34 bedded Residential & Dementia Care Home
• CQC Rating – Good
• Rated 9.8 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role

• Head Chef
• Full-time 40 hours; working alternate weekends
• £16.65 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 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 ideal candidate will have extensive experience as a Head Chef, with a proven track record of leading a team and creating innovative, nutritious menus. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and mentoring skills are essential, as is a passion for delivering high-quality, person-centered care.

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

Liss

GU33 7RR

Employer's website

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