Aria Care

Kitchen Assistant

The closing date is 22 March 2026

Job summary

The role of a Kitchen Assistant at Aria Healthcare in Thames Ditton, Surrey involves supporting the kitchen team in preparing and serving meals for the residents of the 78-bedded residential and nursing home. The home has a 'Good' CQC rating and a 9.9 rating on Carehome.co.uk, indicating a high-quality care environment.

Main duties of the job

As a Kitchen Assistant, you will be responsible for assisting the kitchen team with various tasks such as food preparation, serving meals, maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards in the kitchen, and ensuring a smooth and efficient service. The role requires working alternate weekends and shift patterns that vary between early and afternoon shifts, typically between 7am and 8pm.

About us

Aria Healthcare is a reputable care provider that operates residential and nursing homes across the UK. The company is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment, where employees can grow and develop their skills in the hospitality industry. Aria Care offers a range of benefits, including a Blue Light Discount Card, holiday and days out discounts, long service awards, and a recognition programme.

Details

Date posted

21 January 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£12.21 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1455828956

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Thames Ditton

KT7 0TT


Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Home

  • Thames View, 58 High Street, Thames Ditton, Surrey KT7 0TT
  • 78 Bedded Residential and Nursing Home
  • CQC Rating Good
  • Rated 9.9 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role

  • Kitchen Assistant
  • Full-Time; 40 hours per week
  • Working alternate weekends required
  • Shifts patterns vary - early & afternoon shifts - Working between 7am - 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

  • Thames View, 58 High Street, Thames Ditton, Surrey KT7 0TT
  • 78 Bedded Residential and Nursing Home
  • CQC Rating Good
  • Rated 9.9 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role

  • Kitchen Assistant
  • Full-Time; 40 hours per week
  • Working alternate weekends required
  • Shifts patterns vary - early & afternoon shifts - Working between 7am - 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 for this role, but a passion for food, a fast-learning ability, and a growth mindset are essential. The employer is looking for individuals who are empathetic, respectful, and willing to learn and develop their skills in the hospitality industry.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • No specific qualifications are required for this role, but a passion for food, a fast-learning ability, and a growth mindset are essential. The employer is looking for individuals who are empathetic, respectful, and willing to learn and develop their skills in the hospitality industry.

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

Thames Ditton

KT7 0TT


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Aria Care

Address

Aria Healthcare

Thames Ditton

KT7 0TT


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

21 January 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£12.21 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1455828956

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Thames Ditton

KT7 0TT


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