Aria Care

Kitchen Assistant

The closing date is 07 February 2026

Job summary

This is a great opportunity for a passionate and fast-learning individual to join the team as a Kitchen Assistant at the Acacia Care Centre in South Norwood, London. The role offers a competitive hourly rate of £12.25 and a range of employee benefits, including a Blue Light Discount Card, holiday and days out discounts, long service awards, and a recognition programme.

Main duties of the job

As a Kitchen Assistant, you will be responsible for supporting the kitchen team in the day-to-day operations of the care home. This will include tasks such as food preparation, cleaning, and ensuring the kitchen environment is maintained to high standards. The role requires a flexible approach, as you will be working 37 hours per week, including alternate weekends.

About us

Acacia Care Centre is a 62-bed residential, nursing, and dementia care home located in South Norwood, London. The home has a CQC rating of 'Good' and is rated 9.8 on Carehome.co.uk, reflecting the high-quality care and services it provides.

Details

Date posted

10 December 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£12.25 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1442011080

Job locations

OLYMPUS OPCO LTD

London

SE25 4AA


Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Home:

  • Acacia Care Centre, 32 Chalfont Road, South Norwood, London, SE25 4AA
  • 62 Bedded, Residential, Nursing & Dementia Home
  • CQC Rating – Good
  • Rated 9.8 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role

  • Kitchen Assistant
  • 37 Hours Per Week (Alternate weekends)
  • £12.25 PH

What will Aria Care Offer you?

  • Blue Light Discount Card
  • Holiday & days out discounts
  • Long service awards
  • Recognition programme
  • And much more!

Are you a passionate and a fast learner, looking for a place where you can grow in hospitality? We have a great opportunity for a Kitchen Assistant so why not get in touch!

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:

  • Acacia Care Centre, 32 Chalfont Road, South Norwood, London, SE25 4AA
  • 62 Bedded, Residential, Nursing & Dementia Home
  • CQC Rating – Good
  • Rated 9.8 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role

  • Kitchen Assistant
  • 37 Hours Per Week (Alternate weekends)
  • £12.25 PH

What will Aria Care Offer you?

  • Blue Light Discount Card
  • Holiday & days out discounts
  • Long service awards
  • Recognition programme
  • And much more!

Are you a passionate and a fast learner, looking for a place where you can grow in hospitality? We have a great opportunity for a Kitchen Assistant so why not get in touch!

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

  • No specific qualifications are required, but a passion for hospitality and a willingness to learn and grow in the role are essential.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • No specific qualifications are required, but a passion for hospitality and a willingness to learn and grow in the role 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

OLYMPUS OPCO LTD

London

SE25 4AA


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Aria Care

Address

OLYMPUS OPCO LTD

London

SE25 4AA


Employer's website

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Recruitment Team

OLYMPUS OPCO LTD

recruitment@ariacare.co.uk

Details

Date posted

10 December 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£12.25 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1442011080

Job locations

OLYMPUS OPCO LTD

London

SE25 4AA


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