Bank Chef in Sevenoaks inSevenoaks PUBLISHED THU 9 OCT 2025 Jump to job information section

Job summary
The job posting is for a Bank Chef position at Kippingtons Nursing Home, which is a 55-bed residential, nursing, and dementia care home in Sevenoaks, Kent. The home has a CQC rating of 'Good' and is highly rated on Carehome.co.uk. The role involves creating fresh, nutritious meals for the residents using the best available ingredients. The successful candidate will be a passionate and skilled chef with the ability to lead by example and showcase high-level hospitality.

Main duties of the job
As a Bank Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and cooking fresh, nutritious meals for the residents of Kippingtons Nursing Home. The role requires a high level of culinary skill and the ability to work with a wide range of dietary requirements and preferences. You will be expected to work closely with the nursing and care teams to ensure that the residents' needs are met, and to mentor and support the catering team. The position offers a competitive

Salary
of £14.65 per hour, as well as 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 the operator of Kippingtons Nursing Home. The company is committed to providing high-quality care and support to its residents, and places a strong emphasis on creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. Aria Healthcare is proud to offer a range of benefits and development opportunities to its employees, and is dedicated to creating a positive and rewarding work culture.

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Date posted
09 October 2025

Pay scheme
Other

Salary
£14.65 an hour

Contract
Bank

Working pattern
Flexible working

Reference number
14Job location
sAria HealthcareSevenoaksTN13 2PG

Job description

Job responsibilities
About the Home:Kippingtons Nursing Home, Grange Road, Oak Lane, Sevenoaks, TN13 2PG55 Bed Residential, Nursing & Dementia HomeCQC Rating – GoodRated 9.6 on Carehome.co.ukAbout the roleBank ChefBank Hours£14.65 per hourWhat will Aria Care Offer you?Blue Light Discount CardHoliday & days out discountsLong service awardsRecognition programmeAnd 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

Experience
s. 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!

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Person Specification

Qualifications
EssentialThe successful candidate will be a highly skilled and

Experience
d chef, with a passion for creating fresh, nutritious meals. They will have a strong understanding of the dietary requirements and preferences of older adults, and the ability to work collaboratively with the nursing and care teams. Previous

Experience
in a healthcare or catering setting would be an advantage.

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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

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