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Ward Hostess/Host

Posted 13 days ago

  • Arkley, Greater London
  • Any
  • External
  • Expired - 3 months ago

£11.45 per hour, 32.5 hours per week

Are you looking for a new challenge? Do you have a passion for customer service? Would you like to contribute to the greater good of the healthcare field? If so, then we would love to hear from you!


A new opportunity has arisen for a Ward Host / Hostess to join the Medirest Family. We are looking for new members to join our highly dedicated Patient Dining team, who deliver outstanding catering services.



As a Ward Host / Hostess you would provide a warm and welcoming environment for patients, every day is different and by facilitating patient's nutrition and hydration needs, you can make a real difference!

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:



  • To help with the cost of living crisis, Compass will be providing a free meal or equivalent Subsidy while working


  • Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more

  • Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more

  • Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits

  • Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster

  • Regular emails filled with the best discounts and savings available

  • Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands

  • Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes

  • You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families

  • Contributory pension scheme

  • Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes

Here's an idea of what your shift pattern will be:

  • Mon: Full-time (Days)
  • Tues: Full-time (Days)
  • Weds: Full-time (Days)
  • Thurs: Full-time (Days)
  • Fri: Full-time (Days)
  • Sat:
  • Sun:

Key Responsibilities include:




  • Provide menus, take orders from patients and support with all dietary and allergen queries.

  • Prepare and deliver all refreshments and meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner service.

  • Clear down ward areas and wash up dirty dishes ensuring that the kitchen is fully prepared for next service.

  • Liaise with ward staff to ensure patients' needs are met in a timely manner.

  • Offer a great customer service by always putting the patient first.


  • Awareness of food & hygiene standards

  • Passionate about patient care, with the ability to communicate effectively with patients, visitors and healthcare staff.

  • Able to work under pressure, individually and as part of a team with a flexible approach to meet the needs of the business.

  • Confident working in a hospital environment and aware at times you will come in contact with patients that are particularly unwell or showing signs of distress.

  • It doesn't matter if you've never worked as a Ward Host / Hostess before. What does matter to us the most, is taking pride in what you do and a willingness to learn and go the extra mile for our patients.

  • This position is subject to a Disclosure & Barring Service check; costs are met by the employer.

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.

Job Reference: com/#####/72387001/52635636/ONE

Compass Group UK&I wants everyone in our business to feel able to be themselves at work and to have an equal opportunity to progress their career. We want to create a culture where we respect and embrace everyone's talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities. Where our colleagues feel valued, can reach their full potential, and thrive - Diversity is Our Strength!

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