Aria Care

Kitchen Assistant

The closing date is 30 September 2025

Job summary

This is a part-time kitchen assistant role at Walstead Place, a 41-bed residential care home in Lindfield, Haywards Heath. The role involves working flexible shift patterns, either 7-7, 7-2, or 2-7, and includes alternate weekends. The successful candidate will receive a competitive hourly rate of £12.21 and have access to a range of employee benefits.

Main duties of the job

As a Kitchen Assistant, you will be responsible for supporting the kitchen team in preparing and serving meals for the residents at Walstead Place. This includes tasks such as food preparation, cooking, cleaning, and maintaining a tidy and hygienic work environment. The ideal candidate will be a fast learner, passionate about hospitality, and able to work effectively as part of a team.

About us

Aria Healthcare is a provider of high-quality residential care services, with a focus on delivering a personalized and compassionate approach to care. The company is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer, and is committed to supporting the growth and development of its staff.

Details

Date posted

03 August 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£12.21 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1353822598

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Walstead

RH16 2QG


Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Home

  • Walstead Place - Scaynes Hill Road, Lindfield, Haywards Heath RH16 2QG
  • 41 bedded Residential care Home
  • CQC Rating – Good
  • Rated 9.5 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role

  • Kitchen Assistant
  • Part Time - 20 hours per week - Alternate Weekends required - flexible shift patterns of either 7-7, 7-2 or 2-7
  • £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

  • Walstead Place - Scaynes Hill Road, Lindfield, Haywards Heath RH16 2QG
  • 41 bedded Residential care Home
  • CQC Rating – Good
  • Rated 9.5 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role

  • Kitchen Assistant
  • Part Time - 20 hours per week - Alternate Weekends required - flexible shift patterns of either 7-7, 7-2 or 2-7
  • £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 previous experience in a kitchen or catering environment would be an advantage. The successful candidate should be able to demonstrate a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn and develop.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • No specific qualifications are required for this role, but previous experience in a kitchen or catering environment would be an advantage. The successful candidate should be able to demonstrate a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn and develop.

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

Walstead

RH16 2QG


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Aria Care

Address

Aria Healthcare

Walstead

RH16 2QG


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

03 August 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£12.21 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1353822598

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Walstead

RH16 2QG


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