Aria Care

Kitchen Assistant

The closing date is 06 March 2026

Job summary

This is a part-time Kitchen Assistant role at Claydon House, a 49-bed Residential, Dementia and Nursing Home in Lewes. The home has a 'Good' CQC rating and is highly rated on Carehome.co.uk. The successful candidate will work 29 hours per week, with shifts on Monday, Tuesday, and alternate weekends. The role offers competitive pay and various 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 assisting in the kitchen and supporting the catering team to ensure the smooth running of the home's food services. This may involve tasks such as food preparation, dish washing, and maintaining kitchen cleanliness and hygiene standards. The ideal candidate will be a fast learner with a passion for hospitality and a desire to grow in their career.

About us

Aria Healthcare is a provider of high-quality care services, including residential, dementia, and nursing homes. The company is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment where employees can thrive and develop their skills. Aria Healthcare values empathy, respect, and a growth mindset in its staff.

Details

Date posted

05 January 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£12.21 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1450985279

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Lewes

BN7 2QT


Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Home

  • Claydon House, 8 Wallands Crescent, Lewes, BN7 2QT
  • 49 bedded - Residential, Dementia and Nursing Home  
  • CQC Rating – Good
  • Rated 9.8 Carehome.co.uk

About the role

  • Kitchen Assistant
  • Part Time - 29 hours per week - Monday & Tuesday 8am-6.30pm, Alternate Weekends 12pm-7pm  
  • £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

  • Claydon House, 8 Wallands Crescent, Lewes, BN7 2QT
  • 49 bedded - Residential, Dementia and Nursing Home  
  • CQC Rating – Good
  • Rated 9.8 Carehome.co.uk

About the role

  • Kitchen Assistant
  • Part Time - 29 hours per week - Monday & Tuesday 8am-6.30pm, Alternate Weekends 12pm-7pm  
  • £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 for this role, but relevant experience in a kitchen or catering environment would be beneficial.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • No specific qualifications are required for this role, but relevant experience in a kitchen or catering environment would be beneficial.

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

Lewes

BN7 2QT


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Aria Care

Address

Aria Healthcare

Lewes

BN7 2QT


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

£12.21 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1450985279

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Lewes

BN7 2QT


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