Patient dining assistant

Job Introduction

Job Description

Healthy outcomes start with positive patientexperiences.

• 26 Hours Per Week / Monday to Thursday / 07:00 - 14:00 
• £12.36 per hour + any enhancements 
• Blue light card, up to 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays, Sodexo discounts, Apprenticeship opportunities 
• Location is Hereford County Hospital 

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Job Introduction

This job puts good food on the table.

As a Patient DiningAssistant at Sodexo in Hereford County Hospital, you’ll play an important partin preparing and serving nutritious, comforting meals that support patientrecovery and wellbeing. You’ll also helpmaintain a clean, safe environment in the kitchen and dining areas. With a cheerfulattitude and great customer service, your presence can make a real differencein someone’s day. Join Sodexo and be partof something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose andthrive in your way. 

What you’ll do:

• Serve meals and beverages to patients, customers, and staff.
• Collect, clean, and return crockery, cutlery, and utensils.
• Safely operate and clean industrial catering equipment and kitchen areas.
• Decant, label, and rotate food items, ensuring proper stock management.
• Record temperatures and take corrective actions per company policies.
• Complete mandatory training and support additional duties as required.

What you bring:

• A passion for delivering tasty, nutritious food with care
• A friendly, professional attitude and respect for patients, visitors, and colleagues
• Basic food-handling knowledge and hygiene awareness
• The ability to stay on your feet and work efficiently during busy service periods
• Quick to learn new skills and follow instructions accurately.
• Committed to working safely and maintaining high personal hygiene standards.
• Strong customer service and effective communication skills.
• Able to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Basic literacy skills with the ability to use own initiative.
• Capable of handling cash and performing cashing-up procedures.

What we offer: 

Working at Sodexo isn’t just a job — it’s a chance tomake a difference every day. You'll be part of a supportive team, act withpurpose, and thrive in a role where your work matters. We also offer a range ofbenefits 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 andbring your energy, purpose, and passion to Sodexo.

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

About Sodexo 

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

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

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

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

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