Ward Host

Job Introduction
As a **Ward Host **at Sodexo in **Nuffield Tunbridge Wells**, you will be an occasional joke teller and calming friend. You will put patients at ease with a big smile and big heart, providing great all-round service. This is a key role within our hospital team and your contributions will have a big impact on the well-being of patients. 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**:

- Assists with the preparation and serving patient food
- Conduct yourself professionally at all times, and be aware of patients’ dignity and privacy when it comes to their personal information
- Give assistance and help with any queries raised by patients and visitors
- Be a champion of health and safety and follow strict cleaning schedule

**What you bring**:

- Good customer service and communication skills
- Empathetic towards patients and visitors
- Respect and support for people’s equality and diversity

**What we offer**:
Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:

- Flexible and dynamic work environment
- Competitive compensation
- Access to ongoing training and development programs
- Countless opportunities to grow within the company
- Full training and full protective uniform supplied

**Please note, due to the nature of this role you must be aged 18 and over.**

About The Company
**Why choose Sodexo?**
You don’t just join Sodexo, you belong.

What do we mean when we say belong?

It’s simple. You create a company where everyone is respected and feels that their ideas count. You take care of the quality of life of your people. You make your workplace inclusive, encouraging people to bring their whole self to work every day. That’s our philosophy in a nutshell.

A career at Sodexo won’t tie you down, it actively encourages your progress. The diverse range of roles we offer is truly infinite. Whatever your skills, experience or passion, you’ll be encouraged and supported to have a fulfilling career.

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.

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

**Our benefits**:
As part of our commitment to improving the quality of life, health and wellbeing for our employees we provide discounts and benefits that you can tailor to suit your needs. In addition to the essentials like 20 days holidays (plus bank holidays) and pension contribution, we can help you take advantage of being part of Sodexo with benefits such as;
- Sodexo Discounts - discounts from over 1,200 top retailers with you earning WOW Points (cashback) as you shop
- Talk - a free wellbeing support helpline for you and your family
- Up to three paid days each year to volunteer
- Your Lucky Number Employee Lottery (this also supports the Sodexo Stop Hunger Foundation)
- Cycle to work
- Life assurance

Package Description
**Nuffield Tunbridge Wells is looking for a Ward Host**

Could this be you?
- **22.5 hours per week/7.5 hours per day**:

- **3 days per week**:

- **Working every other weekend 12:00 - 20:00**:

- **£9.50 per hour**:

- **Full uniform supplied**:

- **Full training provided**:

- **Frequent transport links**:

- **Use of site facilities**:

- **Free GP service**:

- **Bike to work scheme**:

- **Life assurance**:

- **Company pension scheme**:

- **Eye care vouchers**:

- **Employee assistance program with counselling and life advice supports**:

- **Family leave options**:

- **Shopping Discounts**:

- **Training, development, and progression opportunities**:

- **Refer a friend scheme (Talent Spotters)**:

- **Online Recognition Scheme (Reward Hub)