Nuffield Health Oxford Hospital 37.5 hours per week £12.81 per hour Make a meaningful difference every day. We’re looking for a warm, proactive and service‑driven Ward Host to join our team at Nuffield Health Oxford Hospital In this role, you’ll help create a calm, welcoming environment for patients while ensuring they receive nutritious, well‑presented meals that support their recovery. If you take pride in great service, enjoy working with people, and thrive in a team setting, this is a role where you can genuinely brighten someone’s day. What you’ll be doing Preparing and serving patient meals in a hygienic, safe and organized manner Engaging with patients to ensure they feel comfortable, supported and well cared for Communicating clearly with the kitchen team to ensure all food orders are accurate and timely Keeping the ward pantry clean, tidy and compliant with all hygiene and safety standards Supporting the Ward Host Manager and Supervisor to meet service level agreements and health & safety requirements Completing all required audit and quality documentation Ensuring individual dietary needs are understood and catered for Carrying out ad‑hoc duties to support the smooth running of the service What great performance looks like Consistently strong PSS (Patient Satisfaction Survey) results High levels of client and patient satisfaction Achieving agreen Safeguard audit rating Maintaining a5‑star food hygiene rating What you’ll bring Essential Confident communication skills A friendly, customer‑focused approach Ability to work well as part of a team Good literacy and numeracy Understanding of hygiene, safety and relevant legislation Ability to follow detailed instructions accurately Desirable Food Hygiene Level 2 or above 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 well being resources Employee Assistance Programme (including financial/legal advice & personal support) Free health & well being app with 24/7 virtual GP access Discounts on high street brands for you and your family Salary finance tools and financial well being 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 fulfill 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 Origi .