Aria Care

Kitchen Assistant

The closing date is 19 June 2026

Job summary

The role of a Kitchen Assistant at Aria Healthcare in Ware, Herefordshire involves supporting the kitchen team in providing high-quality meals and catering services to the residents of a 72-bed residential, nursing, dementia, and palliative care home. The home has a CQC rating of 'Good' and is highly rated by its residents, making it an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about hospitality and eager to contribute to the well-being of the home's occupants.

Main duties of the job

As a Kitchen Assistant, your responsibilities will include assisting in the preparation and cooking of meals, maintaining kitchen cleanliness and hygiene standards, and supporting the wider catering team. You will need to be a fast learner, work well under pressure, and demonstrate a strong commitment to providing exceptional customer service to the home's residents. The role offers full-time hours with alternate weekends, and the successful candidate will receive a range of benefits, including a Blue Light Discount Card, holiday and days out discounts, long service awards, and a recognition programme.

About us

Aria Healthcare is a provider of high-quality residential, nursing, and dementia care services in the UK. The company prides itself on its diverse and inclusive workforce, where employees from all backgrounds and experiences are encouraged to contribute and grow. Aria Healthcare is committed to delivering person-centred care that promotes the dignity and well-being of its residents.

Details

Date posted

20 April 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£12.21 to £12.71 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1492217105

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Ware

SG12 7FB


Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Home

  • Riverside Place, Ware, Herefordshire, SG12 7FB
  • 72 Bed, Residential, Nursing, Dementia and Palliative care Home
  • CQC Rating - Good
  • Rated 9.6 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role

  • Kitchen Assistant
  • Full Time hours required / Alternate weekends
  • £12.71 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

  • Riverside Place, Ware, Herefordshire, SG12 7FB
  • 72 Bed, Residential, Nursing, Dementia and Palliative care Home
  • CQC Rating - Good
  • Rated 9.6 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role

  • Kitchen Assistant
  • Full Time hours required / Alternate weekends
  • £12.71 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 experience in a similar role or a passion for hospitality and catering would be highly desirable.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • No specific qualifications are required, but experience in a similar role or a passion for hospitality and catering would be highly desirable.

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

Ware

SG12 7FB


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Aria Care

Address

Aria Healthcare

Ware

SG12 7FB


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

20 April 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£12.21 to £12.71 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1492217105

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Ware

SG12 7FB


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