Host

Care Concern Group; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PVG paid

Pension

Uniform provided

5.6 weeks annual leave

Job summary

Woodlands Care Home in Aberdeen is recruiting for a Host to manage dining environments and deliver a warm, welcoming mealtime experience for residents and guests. You will work closely with the kitchen and care teams to ensure clean, well organised dining areas and smooth service.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, strong communication and teamwork, with PVG, pension benefits, provided uniform and 5.6 weeks annual leave. Previous customer service is beneficial but not essential.

Qualifications

• Friendly, approachable and professional manner.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Good attention to detail and cleanliness standards.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A positive and reliable approach.
• Previous customer service experience is beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day to day presentation and smooth running of dining areas.
• Support residents and visitors while maintaining high standards of cleanliness, safety and service.
• Prepare the dining environment and serve refreshments during mealtimes.
• Collaborate with kitchen and care teams to create a positive environment.

Skills

Friendliness

Communication

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Independence

Reliability

Job description

Our care home, nestled in the tranquil Craigiebuckler area of Aberdeen, offers distinguished care services tailored to a variety of needs, including Residential, Nursing, Dementia, Respite, and Palliative care. With a capacity for 81 residents, we provide a serene and supportive environment where personalized care meets exceptional living.

Host Contract

• £12.71 per hour
• Contracted to 33.25 hours per week
• Paid PVG, pension, uniform provided
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full time contract)

Role Overview

As Host, you will play a key role in creating a warm, welcoming and well organised dining experience. This is a front facing role where your attention to detail and friendly approach will help ensure every mealtime feels enjoyable, relaxed and well managed.

You will oversee the day to day presentation and smooth running of dining areas, supporting residents and visitors while maintaining high standards of cleanliness, safety and service. From preparing the dining environment to serving refreshments and supporting mealtimes, your role will contribute directly to comfort, routine and overall wellbeing.

Working closely with the kitchen and care teams, you will help create a positive and inclusive environment where individuals feel valued and supported.

What We Are Looking For

• A friendly, approachable and professional manner
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Good attention to detail and cleanliness standards
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• A positive and reliable approach
• Previous customer service experience is beneficial but not essential

About Us

Woodlands Care Home is part of Care Concern Group, a family owned, market leading care provider with a strong and growing presence across the United Kingdom. We are committed to delivering high quality care and developing supportive, rewarding workplaces where our teams can thrive.

Our five core values Trust|Respect|Passion|Kindness|Inclusivity are at the heart of everything we do, shaping the care we deliver and the environments we create. If you share these values and want to build or develop your career in care, we would love to hear from you.