Ward Host
Be part of something greater.
- Job reference: SDX/TP/2245345/157770
- Location: Haywards Heath
- Job type: Full Time - 30 hours per week
- Salary: £12.81 per hour
- Closing date: 04 June 2026
About the role
Ward Host – Nuffield Health Haywards Heath Hospital
Pay: £12.81 per hour
Hours: 30 hours per week
Shifts: 7am - 1pm and 1pm - 8pm
Site Benefits: On site Parking/Free meals when working more than 6 hours
We’re looking for a dedicated Ward Host to support high‑quality food services for patients and visitors.
What You’ll Do
- Prepare and deliver meals safely and hygienically.
- Take accurate food orders, including allergies and dietary needs.
- Assemble and present meal trays to a high standard.
- Deliver refreshments to patient rooms and offer assistance where needed.
- Maintain excellent kitchen hygiene, stock rotation, and documentation.
- Support the ward team with a friendly, calm, and professional approach.
- Follow all infection control and safety procedures.
What You’ll Bring
- Previous experience in a similar role
- Strong presentation and communication skills
- Excellent attention to detail and customer focus
- Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate
What We Offer
- Mental health & wellbeing resources
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Free health & wellbeing app with 24/7 virtual GP
- Discounts on high‑street brands
- Salary finance tools & financial wellbeing support
- Retirement savings plan & life insurance
- Full training, free uniform & PPE
- Learning and development opportunities
- Cycle to Work scheme & volunteering opportunities
- A supportive, inclusive team environment
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.
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KEY BENEFITS
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Advice and guidance
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Pension Plan
Save effectively for your future when you join the Sodexo Pension Plan. -
Wellbeing support
Unlimited access to online support for your mental health, 24/7. -
Generous leave
For holidays, care needs or major life events, we’ll help you rest and recharge. -
Discounts and savings
Enjoy great deals from leading retailers and use our Bike to Work scheme -
Virtual GP
24-hour access to video or phone consultations for you and your family.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
At our company, we believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Roles at Sodexo are designed to empower individuals from all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an environment that values equity and supports the growth of all employees, ensuring that everyone can contribute to and benefit from our collective success.
Social Impact
Ever since we started, we’ve had a clear purpose – to do some good in our communities through helping people. Today, that purpose is still a huge part of who we are. And every one of our colleagues helps that happen.
We’re committed to volunteering our time, resources, skills and knowledge – more than 50% of colleagues contribute to thousands of volunteer hours every year. And our Charitable Foundation has now donated over £9 million to charities and good causes across the country.
Haywards Heath, United Kingdom, RH16
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