Patient dining Host

Job Introduction

Job Description

Healthy outcomes start with positive patient experiences.

• 22.5 hours per week. Monday - Sunday (3 out of 7 days)
• £12.31 per hour + any enhancements 
• Paid Holidays
• Location is Nuffield Health the Holly Hospital, High Road, Buckhurst Hill IG9 5HX 

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Job Introduction

Help Serve More Than Just Food—Serve Comfort, Care, and a Smile.

As a Patient Dining Host at Nuffield Health the Holly Hospital, High Road, Buckhurst Hill IG9 5HX , you’ll play an important role in delivering delicious meals and a positive experience to patients, staff, and visitors. Your cheerful attitude and friendly interactions can brighten someone’s day and bring comfort during challenging times.

At Sodexo, we believe food has the power to heal and uplift—and so do the people who serve it. Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

What You’ll Do:

• Probe, record, and complete all temperatures/paperwork daily; sign accordingly.

• Complete the daily cleaning schedule and sign off.

• Communicate professionally with the Chef on duty regarding food requirements to minimize waiting times and reduce wastage.

• Adhere to legislation, client, and company policies related to patient meal service.

• Clear down and clean all work areas before the end of the shift.

• Serve patients and visitors politely and efficiently.

• Report all dietary requirements to the Chef and ensure they are strictly followed.

• Maintain and refill coffee machines if required.

• Ensure patients have fresh drinking water available at all times unless otherwise instructed.

• Conduct meal services with attractive meal presentation and adhere to specific portion size requests.

What You Bring:

• A passion for great food and making a difference
• A friendly, respectful, and professional attitude
• Basic food-handling knowledge and hygiene awareness
• The ability to stay active and on your feet for extended periods

What we offer: 

Working at Sodexo isn’t just a job — it’s a chance to make a difference every day. You'll be part of a supportive team, act with purpose, and thrive in a role where your work matters. We also offer a range of benefits to support you and your loved ones:

• Mental health and wellbeing resources
• Employee Assistance Programme (including financial/legal advice & personal support)
• Free health & wellbeing app with 24/7 virtual GP access
• Discounts on high street brands for you and your family
• Salary finance tools and financial wellbeing resources
• Retirement savings plan and life insurance
• Full training and protective uniform provided.
• Opportunities to gain experience through learning and development.
• Cycle to Work scheme & volunteering opportunities.
• Flexible working and a dynamic team environment
• Competitive pay

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply now and bring your energy, purpose, and passion to Sodexo.

We may close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications — so don’t wait! 

About Sodexo 

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services. 

We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds, and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.

Click here to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.

Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.