Morning Breakfast Host: Patient Care on Wards (NHS)

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust; Slough; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training provided

Job summary

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is inviting applications for a Breakfast Host to support patients across our hospital wards. You will help patients choose their breakfast, serve meals safely and maintain ward kitchen hygiene.

The role offers variability in shift patterns with two daily blocks from 07:00 to 10:30, totaling 17.5 hours per week on a rota basis. Previous catering or healthcare experience is useful, and full training will be provided.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good timekeeping and numeracy.
• Willingness to learn and follow instructions.
• IT skills for basic documentation.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with selecting breakfast, considering dietary and religious needs.
• Serve hot and cold beverages and distribute meals promptly.
• Refresh patient water jugs each morning.
• Support patients who need help with eating and escalate concerns to nursing staff.
• Maintain a clean, organised ward kitchen and manage stock as needed.
• Complete catering monitoring and reporting documentation.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Timekeeping

Numeracy

IT Skills

Education

Foundation Certificate in Food Hygiene

Job description

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is inviting applications for a Breakfast Host to support patients across our hospital wards. You will help patients choose their breakfast, serve meals safely and maintain ward kitchen hygiene.

The role offers variability in shift patterns with two daily blocks from 07:00 to 10:30, totaling 17.5 hours per week on a rota basis. Previous catering or healthcare experience is useful, and full training will be provided.