Overview
Aria Healthcare is seeking a highly skilled Head Chef to create fresh, nutritious meals for residents of Garth House, a 39-bedded nursing, residential and dementia care home in Dorking, Surrey. The role is full-time, with alternate weekend work, and a pay rate of £17.90 per hour.
We offer a fully supported induction, opportunities to develop culinary skills through the Aria Care Chef Academy, and a focus on high-level hospitality led by an experienced Head Chef.
Details
* Job locations: Aria Healthcare, Garth House, Tower Hill Road, Dorking, RH4 2AY
* Contract: Permanent
* Working pattern: Full-time
* Salary: £17.30 to £17.90 an hour
* Date posted: 03 August 2025
About the Role
* Position: Head Chef
* Hours: Full-time with alternate weekends
* Pay rate: £17.90 per hour
What Aria Care Offers
* Blue Light Discount Card
* Wagestream
* Holiday and days out discounts
* Long service awards
* Recognition programme
* And more
Responsibilities
* Prepare and serve fresh, nutritious meals using high-quality ingredients
* Demonstrate culinary expertise and mentor the kitchen team
* Lead by example and provide creative, high-level hospitality
* Participate in a fully supported induction and contribute to staff development
Qualifications
* Extensive experience as a Head Chef, preferably in healthcare or hospitality
* Strong ability to create fresh, nutritious meals and lead a kitchen team
* Ability to mentor others and demonstrate a growth mindset
About the Employer / Equal Opportunity
Aria Care is committed to diversity and inclusion and to creating a supportive, rewarding work environment. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and will require a Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
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