Aria Care

Bank Chef

The closing date is 06 March 2026

Job summary

Aria Healthcare is seeking a highly skilled Bank Chef to join their team at the Kippingtons Nursing Home in Sevenoaks. The role involves creating fresh, nutritious meals for the residents using the best ingredients available. The successful candidate will have a passion for food and the ability to lead by example, showcasing their creative flair and high-level hospitality skills.

Main duties of the job

As a Bank Chef at Aria Healthcare, you will be responsible for preparing and serving delicious, nutritious meals for the residents of the Kippingtons Nursing Home. The role requires a keen eye for detail, creativity, and a commitment to using the freshest ingredients. You will work closely with the team to ensure the residents receive exceptional dining experiences, and you will have the opportunity to mentor and develop the culinary skills of your colleagues. The position offers a competitive hourly rate of £14.65, and you will enjoy a range of benefits, including a Blue Light Discount Card, holiday and day-out discounts, long service awards, and a recognition program.

About us

Aria Healthcare is a leading provider of residential, nursing, and dementia care services in the UK. The company is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment, where employees can thrive and learn from each other's cultures, beliefs, and experiences. Aria Healthcare prides itself on delivering high-quality care and providing a supportive, empathetic, and respectful workplace for its staff.

Details

Date posted

05 January 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£14.65 an hour

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Flexible working

Reference number

1450985275

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Sevenoaks

TN13 2PG


Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Home:

  • Kippingtons Nursing Home, Grange Road, Oak Lane, Sevenoaks, TN13 2PG
  • 55 Bed Residential, Nursing & Dementia Home
  • CQC Rating – Good
  • Rated 9.6 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role

  • Bank Chef
  • Bank Hours
  • £14.65 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 highly skilled chefs 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 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!

Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Home:

  • Kippingtons Nursing Home, Grange Road, Oak Lane, Sevenoaks, TN13 2PG
  • 55 Bed Residential, Nursing & Dementia Home
  • CQC Rating – Good
  • Rated 9.6 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role

  • Bank Chef
  • Bank Hours
  • £14.65 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 highly skilled chefs 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 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

  • Applicants should have extensive experience in the catering or hospitality industry, with a strong background in preparing fresh, nutritious meals. A passion for food and a creative flair for presentation are essential, as is the ability to work well under pressure and lead by example. Previous experience in a healthcare setting would be an advantage, but is not a strict requirement.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Applicants should have extensive experience in the catering or hospitality industry, with a strong background in preparing fresh, nutritious meals. A passion for food and a creative flair for presentation are essential, as is the ability to work well under pressure and lead by example. Previous experience in a healthcare setting would be an advantage, but is not a strict requirement.

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

Sevenoaks

TN13 2PG


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Aria Care

Address

Aria Healthcare

Sevenoaks

TN13 2PG


Employer's website

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Recruitment Team

Aria Healthcare

recruitment@ariacare.co.uk

Details

Date posted

05 January 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£14.65 an hour

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Flexible working

Reference number

1450985275

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Sevenoaks

TN13 2PG


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