About us

Part of Compass Group UK&I, Medirest is the specialist healthcare operating company of Compass Group UK & Ireland, providing a full range of hotel services, including staff, patient and visitor catering, domestics, portering, security and reception, at over 130 NHS Trusts and private hospitals.

About the role

We're currently recruiting a Ward Host/Hostess to join Healthcare on a part time basis, contracted to 8 hours per week, working variable shifts.

You'll make a real difference to patients every day, serving nutritious meals and drinks with care, and bringing a friendly face to the ward.

What you'll do

• Providing menus, taking orders from patients and helping with dietary and allergen queries
• Preparing and serving refreshments and meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner
• Clearing down ward areas and washing up, so the kitchen is ready for the next service
• Liaising with ward staff to make sure patients' needs are met in good time
• Offering great customer service by always putting the patient first

What we offer

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package:

• Aviva Digicare - Free annual healthcare check
• Employee Assistance Programme - Mental health support, offering confidential advice and resources to help you navigate personal and professional challenges
• Perks at Work - Access to exclusive benefits and wellbeing resources
• Career training & development opportunities - Including Apprenticeships and Career Pathways
• Earn up to £500 when you refer a friend
• Comprehensive pension scheme and life assurance

About you

Our ideal Ward Host/Hostess will:

• Be aware of food hygiene standards
• Be passionate about patient care and communicate well with patients, visitors and healthcare staff
• Be able to work under pressure, on your own and as part of a team
• Be confident working in a hospital, aware that at times you'll meet patients who are very unwell or distressed
• Take pride in what you do and go the extra mile for our patients (you don't need to have worked as a Ward Host/Hostess before)
• Be happy to complete a Disclosure & Barring Service check, which we pay for

If you're ready to make a real difference to patients, visitors and hospital staff, apply to join Medirest today.

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Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!