Job summary
About the Home: Priory Court Care Home, Old Schools Lane, Ewell Village, Epsom, KT17 1TJ 89 Bedded , Residential, Nursing & Dementia Home CQC Rating Good Rated 9.8 on Carehome.co.uk About the role Sous Chef Full time - 40 hours per week - 4days per week working Wednesdays, Fridays Saturdays and Sundays Team are reviewing this and may change in coming months - so need flexiblity £15.75 per hour What will Care UK 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 i
Main duties of the job
We are searching for a highly skilled Sous Chef who is passionate about creating fresh, nutritious meals for our residents using the best fresh ingredients available. The ideal candidate will support the Head Chef, lead by example, and possess the creative flair to showcase high-level hospitality. This permanent position entails working full-time, comprising 40 hours per week over four days, specifically on Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. Flexibility is required as the schedule may change in the coming months. The role involves straight shifts with no evening work, enhancing work-life balance. Additionally, employees will benefit from a fully supported induction to refine their technical skills in healthcare and will have opportunities to mentor within our Chef academy. The company values diversity and inclusion, thrives on learning from various cultures, beliefs, and experiences, and offers ample incentives such as a Blue Light Discount Card, holiday and day out discounts, long service awards, and a recognition programme.
About us
OLYMPUS OPCO LTD operates Priory Court Care Home, located in Ewell Village, Epsom, which is a distinguished establishment providing Residential, Nursing, and Dementia care for its residents. This 89-bedded home prides itself on its 'Good' rating by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and boasts a 9.8 score on Carehome.co.uk, reflecting its commitment to high-quality care and resident satisfaction. As part of its dedication to excellence, the home seeks to employ skilled and passionate staff members who can contribute to the wellbeing of its residents. The care home believes in fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where different cultures, beliefs, and experiences are valued contributors to their unique team dynamic. Furthermore, OLYMPUS OPCO LTD offers a range of benefits to its employees, including a Blue Light Discount Card, discounts on holidays and days out, long service awards, and recognition programmes, all aimed at ensuring a supportive and rewarding workplace for those employed.
Details
- Date posted: 21 August 2026
- Pay scheme: Other
- Salary: £15.75 an hour
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Full-time
- Reference number: 1540143077
- Job locations: OLYMPUS OPCO LTD, Epsom, KT17 1TJ, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
About the Home:
- Priory Court Care Home, Old Schools Lane, Ewell Village, Epsom, KT17 1TJ
- 89 Bedded , Residential, Nursing & Dementia Home
- CQC Rating – Good
- Rated 9.8 on Carehome.co.uk
About the role
- Sous Chef
- Full time - 40 hours per week - 4days per week working Wednesdays, Fridays Saturdays and Sundays
- Team are reviewing this and may change in coming months - so need flexiblity
- £15.75 per hour
What will Care UK 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, Care UK is the perfect place for you.
It would be great to hear from you!
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Experience as a Sous Chef in a similar setting, culinary skills, ability to lead and mentor staff, flexible with shift patterns.
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This advert is for Sous Chef with Aria Care in OLYMPUS OPCO LTD, Epsom, KT17 1TJ, United Kingdom, United Kingdom. It is listed as a Estates and facilities role. The advertised salary is £15.75. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 20 Oct 2026.
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