Aria Care

Bank Kitchen Assistant

The closing date is 10 February 2026

Job summary

This is a Bank/0 hour contract position for a Kitchen Assistant at Acacia Lodge Care Home in Henley-on-Thames. The role involves assisting in the kitchen, with a focus on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings from 4-8pm. The care home has a CQC rating of 'Good' and is highly rated on Carehome.co.uk.

Main duties of the job

The Kitchen Assistant will be responsible for supporting the kitchen team in a range of tasks, including food preparation, cleaning, and maintaining a safe and hygienic working environment. The ideal candidate will be a passionate and fast learner, with a keen interest in the hospitality industry. The role offers a range of benefits, including a Blue Light Discount Card, holiday and days out discounts, long service awards, and a recognition programme.

About us

OLYMPUS OPCO LTD is the company that operates Acacia Lodge Care Home, a 55-bed residential, nursing, and dementia care home located in Henley-on-Thames. The care home is committed to providing high-quality care and has a strong focus on creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Details

Date posted

12 December 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£12.21 an hour

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Flexible working

Reference number

1443510480

Job locations

OLYMPUS OPCO LTD

Henley-on-Thames

RG9 1EY


Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Home:

  • Acacia Lodge Care Home, Quebec Road, Henley-on-Thames, RG9 1EY
  • 55 Bedded, Residential, Nursing and Dementia Home
  • CQC Rating – Good
  • Rated 9.7 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role

  • Kitchen Assistant
  • Bank/0 hour Contract,  Ideally Tuesday and Wednesday Evenings 4-8pm 
  • £12.21 per hour 

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 Lodge Care Home, Quebec Road, Henley-on-Thames, RG9 1EY
  • 55 Bedded, Residential, Nursing and Dementia Home
  • CQC Rating – Good
  • Rated 9.7 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role

  • Kitchen Assistant
  • Bank/0 hour Contract,  Ideally Tuesday and Wednesday Evenings 4-8pm 
  • £12.21 per hour 

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 the employer is looking for candidates with a passion for the hospitality industry and a fast learning ability.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • No specific qualifications are required, but the employer is looking for candidates with a passion for the hospitality industry and a fast learning ability.

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

Henley-on-Thames

RG9 1EY


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Aria Care

Address

OLYMPUS OPCO LTD

Henley-on-Thames

RG9 1EY


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

12 December 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£12.21 an hour

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Flexible working

Reference number

1443510480

Job locations

OLYMPUS OPCO LTD

Henley-on-Thames

RG9 1EY


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